Indulge in the rich culinary heritage of New Orleans on this authentic food tour. From classic Creole restaurants to hot sauce bars, experience the diverse flavors of Louisiana through dishes like gumbo, po-boys, and pralines.
- French Quarter - Meet your guide in the French Quarter in the afternoon and begin your food tour of New Orleans at 3rd Block Depot (formerly SoBou), one of two restaurants owned by the legendary, award-winning Commander’s Palace family. Sit down and relax as you are treated to Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo.
Listen to a narrative history of Louisiana cuisine, starting with the culinary contributions of local American Indian tribes and leading to the arrival of the Europeans and West Africans who created its Creole flavors. You’ll hear about the unique geography of southern Louisiana, as well as the linguistic origins of dozens of local dishes, from beignets and ‘touff’e9e to gumbo and jambalaya.
- Pepper Palace - If you’d like, purchase a drink at the full bar before moving on to a stop at the Pepper Palace Hot Sauce Bar, where you can sample dozens of different hot sauces, BBQ sauces, dry rubs, seasonings and more while learning about the spicy, Cajun-style cuisine of rural Louisiana.
- Leah’s Pralines - Third stop is Leah’s Pralines, a candy shop established in 1933. After learning its history, taste a Creole praline and sample the bacon pecan brittle.
- Royal Street - Take in the sites and sounds of festive Royal Street as we move on to our next stop.
- Bourbon Street - Pass briefly along New Orleans’ most famous street on our way to NOLA Poboys.
- NOLA Poboys - Next, bite into two New Orleans inventions: the muffuletta and the po-boy. Both are served at the funky dive NOLA Po-boys, a local joint with an immense menu. Discuss the 19th and 20th century history of the New Orleans’ immigrants as you sample the fried catfish poboy on freshly baked New Orleans–style French bread before moving on to the slightly warmed muffuletta: an Italian-style sandwich of ham, salami, mortadella, provolone cheese, mozzarella cheese and New Orleans-style olive salad. As if that wasn’t enough, we also indulge in savory Boudin Balls with Creole Remoulade sauce!
- Jackson Square - Your final stop is the Creole Cookery for Red Beans & Rice, followed by our dessert course: Bananas Foster Bread Pudding.
- French Quarter - The walking tour covers about one and a half miles (2.4 km) throughout the French Quarter, at a leisurely pace.
- Includes lunch
- Gratuities for servers included
- Beverages other than water
- Gratuity for guide (optional)
- This tour does NOT have a gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and especially PORK-FREE option
- Please notify us of any food allergies (NOT aversions) during check-out. No PORK-FREE option.
Take part in this culinary journey through New Orleans, covering every tantalizing taste the city has to offer. Guided by a connoisseur of the city’s history, amble from traditional Creole eateries and local sandwich joints to fiery sauce hubs and boutique sweet shops. Tour five different locations to experience a variety of dishes that showcase Louisiana’s rich culinary diversity, such as seafood gumbo, po-boys, muffulettas, and pralines. Discover the historical roots of each dish, and when available, listen to the chefs discuss their inspirations. This afternoon tour ensures you are satiated with delicious food.
Take note: venue selection is subject to change due to availability. This tour operates on a predetermined menu and does not cater to gluten-free, dairy-free, pork-free or vegetarian diets. However, please inform us of any food allergies (not dislikes) while checking out.
- We do NOT offer a gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan/vegetarian, and especially PORK-FREE option.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- There is no charge for infants in strollers
- All venues subject to change based on availability
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
