I received the gift of John's excellent Peachtree Food Tour from my parents for my 23rd birthday. I live in Midtown and had for about 6 months upon receiving the tour. Additionally, I grew up in the Atlanta metro-area so, touristy-tours were not something I was looking to do in my free time. John's tour is not that.
Imagine you had a foodie uncle with a colorful past and bright personality. And he took you out for the day to his favorite restaurants. That is what John's tour feels like. He refers to Midtown as "[his] neighborhood," his wife as "[his] sweet Jeri," and his tour patrons as his friends.
The food John selected on the tour was delicious and surprising to say the least. He even took us to one of my favorite places in town and surprised me with his menu selection. This man has done his "research."
All in all, a great experience and wonderful way to spend a Saturday. He does not rush his guests, he doesn't overwork you by making you walk miles at a time, yet you cover a lot of ground, he makes everyone feel welcome, and chooses an excellent menu. What more could you ask for in a food tour?
Response from Host
Feb 2016
Ha! A "foodie uncle"! I'll wear that name tag! I try to never lose sight of the fact that my guests are in my neighborhood...eating in some of my favorite restaurants...listening to my (mostly true!) stories as we all stroll down Peachtree Street. Then, when my guest, you! actually lives in my Midtown, the challenge is on! What does Courtney know, but more importantly, what does she not know. It certainly was a treat to introduce you to all kinds of places and food that all had a "newness" to you after seeing it (and tasting it) like I do.
Thank you, Courtney, for the kind words...and for bringing M. along as your guest.I had a sense that she really enjoyed the afternoon! I'll keep my eyes out for you while sweet Jeri and I are out doing "research"...and you know that we're all about the "research"! :)