Four of us took the 2:30 savor healdsburg food tour on a recent Saturday in September and really enjoyed it. Like other food tours we have taken in Scottsdale, Chicago and Paris, you will want to come hungry and wear comfy shoes.
What's great about a food tour is that you spend a couple of hours (or 3 in our case) exploring a city and getting exposed to some of the little place that you might not find on your own. Someone else has done all the research and all you have to do is show up and have fun. This tour, like others we've been on seeks out really local spots and you will get to taste some of what makes each spot remarkable. You will also be very full.
Our first stop was a place called Shed were we had a refreshing beverage, a slice of the gourmet pizza of the day and a large platter with cheese, humus and stone ground crackers. Next it was off to Campo Fino where we had a couple of small meatball in a hearty red sauce, bread and a glass of zin. Next was a full-fledged wine tasting where we enjoyed 8 wines. After that a great Tapas place called Bravas where we sat in the shade on a great outdoor patio and were treated to our choice of sangria along with a couple of house specialties. After that, we ended at a tiny bakery, moustache, and we were allowed to each choose something from their case. Needless to say most in the group got dessert "to go"
The other part that makes these tours fun is the people you meet. The total group was 8, 4 of us from Minneapolis, a couple from Seattle, and a young couple from the Bay Area. With seemingly great weather always in Northern California, this is a nice way to get a little fresh air and take in some great food.
The owner and host, Tammy does a great job explaining the stories behind all the spots and ensuring all have a good time.