
New Orleans Food Tour
Delight your senses and give in to your cravings enjoying the tastes of New Orleans on this walking food tour of the city's French Quarter. You'll sample typical local delicacies like beignets. Tour Details.
- 3 hours
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Delight your senses and give in to your cravings enjoying the tastes of New Orleans on this walking food tour of the city's French Quarter. You'll sample typical local delicacies like beignets.
Tour Details
Meet your tour guide at Jackson Square, on the banks of the Mississippi River. This area is known for its rich culinary history influenced by various cultures. Your guide will share stories about New Orleans' culinary traditions, highlighting the impact of imports and local ingredients.
During the tour, we'll make a total of 4 stops to try 5 varieties of delicious dishes. You will begin with the famed beignet, a fried dough treat covered in powdered sugar, commonly eaten for breakfast.
Your next stop will be the French Market, the oldest public market in the U.S., now featuring a variety of fresh ingredients and both traditional and innovative culinary options.
As you explore the streets of the French Quarter, you'll taste various fresh seafood and learn about the spices integral to the local cuisine, including the well-known Tabasco sauce from Louisiana.
One of the highlights will be tasting gumbo, a stew that reflects the Cajun culture and combines influences from French, African, and Native American culinary traditions.
To conclude, you will enjoy a traditional dessert made with sugar cane and nuts, celebrating two locally-grown products.
Prices
Included
- English–speaking guide
- 5 tastings
Tips
- Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.