French Quarter Culinary History and Tasting Tour

Overview

This walking and tasting tour of the French Quarter will immerse you in the history of New Orleans and how its unique cuisine evolved. We tour select historic restaurants and discuss their culinary contributions - including the two oldest (Antoine's and Tujague's, established in 1840 and 1856. respectively. You will learn to appreciate the differences between Cajun and Creole cuisine, and will hear of the varied ethnic influences that contribute to New Orleans Cuisine.

One of the great joys of travel is exploring the local culture with the benefit of local insight. Locally owned and operated we know the very best way for visitors to sample some of the finest cuisine New Orleans has to offer.

City: New Orleans

Wed 26 Feb

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Starting at $68.58

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Wed 26 Feb

Starting at $68.58

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What's Included

Professional licensed tour guides

All food samplings

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions (please dress for the occasion)
Moderate amount of walking, wear comfortable shoes
Be sure to let us know of any dietary restrictions you may have
While we try to accommodate for dietary needs, we cannot guarantee what the restaurants have available.
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (255)

Emily T

Jan 2015

What an excellent tour! Not only do you hear about the amazing culinary history of New Orleans; but the restaurant suggestions are top notch! David focused on all levels ($-$$$$) & types of food. Loved walking through the French Quarter w/him. He has such a passion for the city & wants you to feel like family. You will not regret this experience!

Skinnychef2014

Oct 2014

You will enjoy this amazing tour that takes you to the best place in the French Quarter where you get to see and "taste" the sights. Our tour guide was very well informed and well spoken, and all the tastings were amazing. For me it was enough food to keep me full for lunch, so come to the tour hungry.

Liisa B

Oct 2014

My husband and I recently discovered foodie tours and on a recent trip to New Orleans, we decided to take the Culinary History Tour of the French Quarter. The tour cost $75.00 per person, but included a 2-hour cooking demonstration at the New Orleans Cooking School as well as a nice tour of local restaurants. The cooking school demonstration was excellent, as the teacher showed us how to make jambalaya, gumbo, pralines, and bread pudding. She was a very enthusiastic and fun teacher and following her lesson, there was a plenty of food for all to share. Between the class and the tour, we had about an hour to look around some of the wonderful stores in the French Quarter. The food tour itself was pretty good. It started at Antoines, where I would have loved to have spent some time looking at the many photos of famous people who have visited the restaurant through the many years it has been in business, although I have to say, the cleanliness of the kitchen left me a little surpised, as it looked like the ceiling fans had not been cleaned since electricy was brought into the place. The tour continued at several restaurants, each giving us a sample of some sort, and concluded with a visit to Creole Delicacies, a wonderful little New Orleans cooking supply and gift shop with a very knowledgeable host that gave a great talk. Just about the only criticism I would have of this tour is that the guide had to leave our group a few times to "get the next stop ready for our arrival". Not sure why she couldn't just call ahead? The only advice I would give to potential foodie tour visitors is to do this on your first day in the city, so you know where you want to eat while you are there. We did the tour the day before we went home! This tour is well worth the money, as you will spend the better part of the day on it, and will have plenty to eat, making it not necessary to plan for lunch or dinner!