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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

5 (1174)
New Orleans, US
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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

5 (1174)
New Orleans, US
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Discover the vibrant flavors and rich history of New Orleans on this food and history walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable guide, venture through the French Quarter as you visit iconic Creole restaurants, sandwich shops, hot sauce bars, and candy stores. Immerse yourself in the culinary heritage of Louisiana as you sample mouthwatering dishes like seafood gumbo, po-boys, muffulettas, and pralines. Learn about the origins of each cuisine and listen to passionate chefs discuss their influences. This afternoon tour offers an abundance of delicious food and historical insights, providing a truly immersive experience for travelers. Please note that venues may change based on availability, and the tour does not offer gluten-free, dairy-free, pork-free, or vegetarian options. However, the organizers can accommodate food allergies upon prior notification. Embark on this 180-minute adventure and indulge your senses in the irresistible flavors of New Orleans.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Sample diverse foods representing Louisiana's culinary heritage
  • Learn about the historical origins of each cuisine
  • Visit up to five locations to taste different dishes
  • Discover the unique geography and linguistic origins of local dishes
  • Enjoy a leisurely food tour in the vibrant French Quarter
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities for servers at establishments
  • 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.

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Introduction

Indulge in a delectable journey through the flavorsome streets of New Orleans on the exciting New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour. Led by a knowledgeable and passionate guide, this tour takes you to iconic Creole restaurants, neighborhood sandwich shops, hot sauce bars, and artisanal candy stores. Immerse yourself in Louisiana's rich culinary heritage as you sample a variety of mouthwatering dishes such as seafood gumbo, po-boys, muffulettas, and pralines.

What to expect?

During this 180-minute tour, you can expect to immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary scene of New Orleans. Your taste buds will be delighted with diverse flavors as you savor each bite. This experience offers you a unique opportunity to not only taste the incredible food but also learn about the historical origins of each cuisine. Listen to the passionate chefs as they share their influences and culinary expertise.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for food lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone looking to explore the rich culture of New Orleans. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this experience offers something for everyone. From solo travelers to groups of friends or couples, all are welcome to embark on this flavorful adventure.

Why book this?

Embark on this tour to immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of one of America's most iconic food destinations. With a knowledgeable guide leading the way, you'll discover hidden culinary gems and gain insight into the history of Louisiana's diverse cuisine. From the rich and hearty gumbo to the iconic po-boys, each bite will transport you to a world of rich flavors and cultural influences. Book this tour to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the vibrant food culture of New Orleans.

Good to know

Please note that all venues are subject to change based on availability. This tour features a set menu and does not offer gluten-free, dairy-free, pork-free, or vegetarian options. However, if you have any food allergies, please inform us during the check-out process. Be prepared for a leisurely-paced walking tour covering about one and a half miles (2.4 km) in the French Quarter.

Reviews

Previous participants have raved about this tour, praising the knowledgeable and passionate guides who provide fascinating historical and culinary insights. Travelers have expressed their satisfaction with the diverse range of food samples, ensuring a fulfilling and satisfying experience. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey through the flavors of New Orleans!

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Your Itinerary

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 étouffée 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.

Admission Included

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.

Admission Included

Royal Street

(Pass by)

Take in the sites and sounds of festive Royal Street as we move on to our next stop.

Bourbon Street

(Pass by)

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.

Reviews

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5 (1174)

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This Tour is absolutely worth the time and money! Our Guide, Beth, was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. Her explanations of the history of the foods as the pertained to the history of the area made the whole experience Top-Notch. The food was iconic and delicious and the restaurants and shops we visited were great fun. It was a very relaxed experience and we highly recommend it. One tip for you, eat lightly before you go and don't plan a big dinner after...we were STUFFED at the end😂.

dlcoyote

The food tour was so much fun! Beth was a great guide- very knowledgeable and also funny!the food was amazing and met nice folks. I highly recommend!

pstgerma

Mike was amazing as a host. The food tour gave us the opportunity to experience several New Orleans food specialties and explained the history behind the creations. The food was exceptional! They were likely selected by excellent past experiences. Mike was also a great resource of food and beverage establishments in New Orleans, providing information on the best places to go, and some that are overrated, and why.

dmlisland

We had a great time on the tour! Our guide, Mike, was full of information. The food at all the restaurants we stopped at was very good. All that worked at those establishments were also very accommodating and friendly. We would highly recommend this tour and if we're in NO again, I'm sure we will sign up for another tour with Doctor Gumbo Tours.

Deborah_G

Mike was our amazing tour guide on our culinary journey. He gave us lots of information and a historical lay of the land in a humorous way that made a big and memorable impact! All the food stops were tasty and a good reflection of the foods New Orleans has to offer!

Paulaubrey

My wife and I spent a great afternoon in the company of our great host Beth, sampling some wonderful food and learning about the history of New Orleans and local food. Totally recommend.

Rachel_B

Very fun tour and a lot of good food! We basically hit almost everything we came to NOLA to eat. Beth was our guide and she was amazing! Very engaging and informative about the history of the city and, of course, the food.

Kristina_G

Mike had great knowledge of the city, and made it so much fun, and all the food was amazing!! Highly recommend doing this tour and request Mike!!!!

Nichole_H

I would leave this with 10 stars if I could. The food was amazing! It was so great to learn about the different cuisine specific to New Orleans, while sampling some incredible tasting food. The best part of the tour was our guide Mike! He was so passionate about the city of New Orleans. His knowledge of the history of the city, surrounding area and the people was incredible! This is one of the most memorable excursions I have been on. Thank you, Mike, for helping create this memory for our family!

Patty_L

Excellent choice of restaurants. Mike was so fun and had so much to share about New Orleans-history and food! Highly recommend!
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2024-05-04 09:19
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