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New Orleans Food Tour: Discover the Roots of Creole Cuisine

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of New Orleans on this 5 1/2-hour food tour that will take you through the historic Treme neighborhood, the lively French Quarter, and beyond. Discover the roots of Creole cuisine as you visit neighborhood restaurants, food shops, and more, meeting the talented people in the city’s kitchens who are upholding its delicious traditions. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the best bites the city has to offer, from the bustling French Market to hidden gems in the French Quarter. With a total duration of 360 minutes, this tour promises to be a culinary adventure like no other. Don't miss your chance to experience the rich flavors and fascinating history of New Orleans.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 6 hours
  • Suitable for 1-7 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Discover the roots of Creole cuisine
  • Visit neighborhood restaurants and food shops
  • Meet the people in the city's kitchens
  • Try the best bites in the French Market
  • Uncover hidden bites in the French Quarter
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch

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Introduction

Experience the vibrant flavors and rich history of New Orleans on the "Discover the Roots of Creole Cuisine" tour. This immersive 5 1/2-hour food tour takes you through Treme, the French Quarter, and beyond, where you'll delve into the origins of Creole cuisine. Led by knowledgeable guides, you'll visit neighborhood restaurants, food shops, and other culinary hotspots, getting an insider's perspective on the city's iconic dishes and the people who keep its culinary traditions alive.

What to Expect

During this tour, you can expect a sensory journey that will ignite your taste buds and ignite your curiosity about the diverse culinary heritage of New Orleans. Discover authentic flavors as you explore iconic neighborhoods like Treme and the French Quarter, and indulge in a variety of mouthwatering dishes along the way. From classic Creole delicacies to lesser-known local favorites, this culinary adventure will expose you to a wide range of dishes and ingredients that have shaped the city's unique cuisine.

Who is This For?

Whether you're a food lover, a history buff, or simply someone eager to explore the vibrant culture of New Orleans, this tour is perfect for you. Ideal for both locals and tourists, this experience caters to anyone looking to dive deep into the fascinating origins of Creole cuisine. From solo travelers to families and groups of friends, everyone can enjoy this enriching and mouthwatering journey through the heart of New Orleans.

Why Book This?

Embark on this unforgettable food tour to immerse yourself in the rich culinary traditions of New Orleans. Delight in a mix of flavors, cultures, and traditions that have shaped the city's cuisine over the centuries. From gumbo to jambalaya, beignets to po'boys, every dish tells a story. By joining this tour, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the city's vibrant food scene, taste incredible dishes made with love and expertise, and support local businesses that continue to preserve the culinary heritage of New Orleans.

Good to Know

Throughout the tour, you'll enjoy the company of passionate local guides who will share their knowledge and anecdotes about the city's food culture. In addition to the delicious food, you'll also have the opportunity to explore vibrant neighborhoods, savor the delightful sights and sounds of the French Quarter, and learn about the history and influences that have shaped Creole cuisine. Come with an appetite and an open mind, as this tour promises to reveal the secrets and flavors that make New Orleans a culinary capital.

Reviews

Travelers who have been on this tour rave about the immersive culinary experience and the wealth of knowledge shared by the guides. They appreciate the opportunity to try a variety of dishes from local eateries, and many express their newfound love for Creole cuisine. Reviewers also highlight the friendly and informative guides who make the tour entertaining and educational. Overall, guests are highly satisfied with this unique food tour and recommend it to anyone looking to explore the roots of Creole cuisine in New Orleans.

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  • You can book at any time before the event

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

French Market

Here we will find our next best bite

French Quarter

We will dig deep into the Quarter and find some great hidden bites

Reviews

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662rochelleb

What an incredible experience this food tour was! Kelly our guide was amazing sharing so much of her love for New Orleans culture and cuisine. We loved her connection to culture and places and people as we walked the backstreets of her childhood neighbourhood. We tried food that we have never even considered before and loved every mouthful. So many great stops. Highlight was the neighbourhood bar for Friday fish and chats with locals. Kelly in amazing, find her and tour with her - you won’t regret it.

923AnnieS

I had a GREAT tour with Kelly! She started the day with as much energy as she finished it with! She did a great job tailoring the tour to our curiosities and the group needs. She is music royalty and was gracious in sharing her family's story! The hidden gems she took us to were delicious and every place welcomed us! Thanks!

Erik_and_Cheryl

This is an Erik only review as Cheryl did not attend. I attended this even on April 17, 2024. We met by the French Market in the morning where we me our guide Kelly. She was amazing. She was knowledgeable, friendly funny and seemed everyone in New Orleans knows her. She took us to some amazing places. We sampled a ton of food. From memory we had frozen Irish coffee, muffaletta sandwich, shrimp and clam poor boy sandwich, gator bites, red beans and rice, fried chicken, grits, yams and other things I am forgetting. As we walked Kelly pointed out landmarks and told great storied. On this trip you will get stuffed full, so skip breakfast. I give this tour my highest recommendation. Thank you, Kelly!

sentimental_man

This was an excellent and fascinating tour through the streets of the French Quarter, Tremé and the Marigny, the history of New Orleans and, most of all, how the history and geography of the city has contributed to the development of the cuisine. There was a lot of information, plenty of delicious food (and some drink) and a few miles of walking on a pretty warm day but our guide, James, made it all seem effortless. His background a a chef gives him a deep knowledge and understanding of local food and the city’s restaurant scene. And he took us to places we could never have found on our own. And his tips on where to eat and drink in the city will help us greatly during the rest of our stay.

K261NGtarar

To say that we were impressed with the tour is an understatement. Our tour guide, Kelly, did a fantastic job of getting us out of the usual touristy spots to try a very wide variety of creole foods (and a few drinks!). Kelly's New Orleans knowledge, music-royalty lineage, and friends in the neighborhood restaurants really made this experience unique. She introduced us to new foods and showed us the strong cultural ties in the communities we visited. A+ job, Kelly!

itktravels

Had the best time with Kelly on our tour. Her life is amazing and gives great insight into the traditions and history of New Orleans. Every single food we had was incredible - frozen Irish coffee, red beans and rice, muffaletta, po'boy, local chips, fried chicken, mac n cheese, gator balls, cocktails. We have taken many Culinary Backstreets tours and they never disappoint. You will not regret spending your day eating and exploring through this amazing city!

jonwS3198RE

Kelly is a wonderful tour guide. Her deep knowledge of the history, culture and food of New Orleans is impressive. She made everyone feel welcome. I highly recommend her tour.

Dream50208085089

We did this tour with Kelly and had the absolute best time! She was born and raised in the Treme neighborhood and knows everything and everyone and gave us a fantastic food and history lesson. Highly recommend!!

PPPSSSSS

My wife, two friends and I joined a few others to follow the great and wonderful Kelly to her hand-picked food stands, restaurants, booze joints and markets. What a day brothers and sisters! I could tell you lots about the rich food experiences Kelly curated for us and her tales about her storied family and rich heritage. Instead I'll just say that we were all great friends by the end of the tour because we got to spend the day with the coolest person in New Orleans - the great and wonderful KELLEEEE!

leigho880

We love culinary backstreets tours and this one was no exception. James was a fantastic guide. He is so knowledgable about New Orleans and clearly loves the city. He really cared about making sure we had a good experience and we felt it was about as an “authentic” view into New Orleans food and culture that we could have possibly had in an afternoon. I highly recommend the tour and especially James who is first rate!
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