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New Orleans Cooking Class and Cocktail Walking Tour

4.5 (82)
New Orleans, US
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New Orleans Cooking Class and Cocktail Walking Tour

4.5 (82)
New Orleans, US
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Experience the vibrant flavors and rich cultural history of New Orleans with the ultimate food and cocktail tour! Begin your journey with a hands-on cooking demonstration led by a professional chef at the New Orleans School of Cooking. Learn the secrets behind classic Louisiana dishes like jambalaya and gumbo while enjoying generous samples and complimentary beverages. Then, embark on a fascinating cocktail walking tour through the French Quarter, where you'll discover the origins of famous drinks like the Sazerac and Southern Comfort. Immerse yourself in the enchanting architecture and captivating stories of this historic neighborhood, stopping at renowned bars along the way to indulge in the city's most celebrated cocktails. This unique experience combines culinary education, sightseeing, and unforgettable flavors, making it a must-do for any food and drink enthusiast visiting New Orleans. Join the tour and savor the magic of the Big Easy.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 4 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Learn about Louisiana cuisine from a professional chef
  • Sample classic dishes like jambalaya and gumbo
  • Explore the historic streets of the French Quarter
  • Discover the origins of famous cocktails like the Sazerac
  • Enjoy soul-stirring jazz at a renowned jazz pub
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • New Orleans cooking demonstration class
  • Recipes, custom spice packet, and a discount at the General Store
  • Guided Cocktail Walking Tour
  • Generous food samplings, coffee, iced tea and beer at the Cooking School
  • Drink Special Coupon
  • Gratuities
  • Additional alcoholic beverages are available for purchase

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Introduction

Immerse yourself in the captivating flavors and rich cultural history of New Orleans with the New Orleans Cooking Class & Cocktail Walking Tour. This unique experience combines a hands-on cooking class with a delightful cocktail tour through the historic French Quarter. Led by a professional chef and expert guide, this tour is an opportunity to learn about the basics of Louisiana cuisine, sample classic dishes, and indulge in the city's most celebrated cocktails.

What to expect?

During the cooking class, you can expect a 2-hour demonstration by a skilled chef who will prepare mouthwatering specialties like jambalaya, gumbo, and pralines. Not only will you get to watch the magic unfold, but you'll also learn the secrets and history behind these iconic dishes. Indulge in generous samples and complimentary drinks while gaining insights into the spices and flavors essential to Cajun and Creole cuisine. Don't forget to take home a recipe booklet to recreate these delicious dishes in your own kitchen. Once the cooking class is done, get ready to explore the vibrant streets of the French Quarter on a cocktail tour with an expert guide. Discover the fascinating stories behind the bars and cocktails that originated in this iconic neighborhood. You'll learn about the birth of Southern Comfort and the classic Sazerac cocktail, all while enjoying the unique atmosphere and architectural wonders of the French Quarter.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for food enthusiasts, cocktail connoisseurs, and anyone eager to discover the authentic flavors and cultural heritage of New Orleans. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time visitor, this experience offers a delightful blend of culinary education and immersive exploration. The tour is designed to cater to individuals, couples, and groups of friends looking to spice up their New Orleans visit with an unforgettable culinary adventure.

Why book this?

Where else can you learn the art of traditional New Orleans cooking from a professional chef and then embark on a guided tour of the city's iconic bars and cocktails? This tour provides a unique opportunity to delve deep into the heart of New Orleans' culinary culture. From the vibrant flavors of jambalaya and gumbo to the history behind famous cocktails, this experience offers a rich tapestry of tastes and stories that will leave you craving more. The combination of a cooking class and cocktail tour ensures a well-rounded and immersive experience that will make your visit to New Orleans truly unforgettable.

Good to know

Participants of the cooking class do not cook themselves during the demonstration, allowing you to fully focus on learning and enjoying the experience. Generous samples of the dishes served during the class are accompanied by complimentary coffee, iced tea, and beer. Take the provided recipe booklet with you to recreate these incredible New Orleans flavors at home. The cocktail tour includes three drinks and takes you through the historic French Quarter, showcasing both its charming architecture and its legendary bars. End the tour on a high note by experiencing the soul-stirring sounds of jazz at Fritzel's, a renowned jazz pub.

Reviews

Customers who have taken the New Orleans Cooking Class & Cocktail Walking Tour rave about the immersive experience and the passion of the guides. They appreciate the in-depth knowledge shared during the cooking class and the opportunity to taste and savor the delicious dishes. The cocktail tour is described as a fascinating journey through the history of New Orleans' most famous drinks, with stops at iconic bars that showcase the city's unique character. Overall, participants are thrilled with the combination of culinary education and cultural exploration, making this tour a must-do for anyone visiting 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

New Orleans School of Cooking

Start your food and cocktail tour with a 2-hour cooking demo at the New Orleans School of Cooking. A professional chef prepares classic specialties such as jambalaya, gumbo and pralines while you watch and learn. The class is served with a side of local history that goes into the spices that are essential to Cajun and Creole flavors. The modern-day cuisine of New Orleans opens a window onto the city’s rich cultural history, with its roots in the traditions of French, Spanish, Native American and African cooking. When the class demonstration finishes, snack on generous samples of the dishes, accompanied by complimentary coffee, iced tea and beer. Be sure to take the provided recipe booklet to try making the dishes at home! Please note: Participants do not cook during the culinary demo.

Admission Not Included

French Quarter

After your introduction to Cajun and Creole cuisine, stroll through the historic streets of the French Quarter on a cocktail tour with an expert guide. Learn about the origins of Southern Comfort, invented in New Orleans in 1874. The classic Sazerac cocktail goes back even further to 1850! Examine the Spanish and French-inspired colonial architecture as your guide shares fascinating stories about the world-famous neighborhood, including the bars and cocktails created here. After a fun and fascinating 4-hour cooking class and cocktail tour, return to your starting point in the early evening to end your tour.

Peychaud's

Relax in the former residence of Antoine Peychaud, the Creole apothecary who prescribed and dispensed his patented herbal Peychaud’s Bitters, which would later become the key ingredient in the Sazerac, America’s first cocktail and the official cocktail of New Orleans.

St. Louis Cathedral

At the intersection of two cobblestone alleys in the shadows of the St. Louis Cathedral, is a legendary pirate hangout. There you’ll meet the “green fairy” known as Absinthe, the mystical herbal elixir that induced intoxicating creativity in many authors, artists, poets and musicians.

Fritzel's European Jazz Bar

There’s nothing like soul-stirring jazz to raise your spirits. Your tour ends on a high note at Fritzel's, not your typical dive bar. This jazz pub features the who’s who of New Orleans jazz, drawing jazz aficionados from around the world. You're welcome to stay for the show, then walk to dinner at one of many fine French Quarter restaurants nearby.

Reviews

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4.5 (82)

LaTanya_B

Our cooking instructor Dianne was awesome & our tour guide Tim was knowledgeable. Both were very pleasant people who made our experience most enjoyable! Would highly recommend!😁

Roya_A

I would wait and book directly with the cooking school. The cocktail tour guide never showed up which was a little disappointing. However, the food was delicious and Dianne was a wonderful soul/chef.

Karla M

This was a fun experience. The food was absolutely delicious!!! I am glad we did it. The cooking demonstration was great. Also the cocktail tour was fun! Tim showed around need the French Quarter with history, laughter and great drinks.

gary_d

Tim was our guide and he was a blast. Very knowledgeable, and able to keep everyone entertained despite the cold weather. Loved learning the history behind the sites we visited and how he tied it all together.

Ann_P

Tom, our chef was excellent. He was both knowledgeable and entertaining. The food was great, thank you. Tim was an outstanding cocktail guide with very wide knowledge and great people skills

Tiffany_F

Vivian, our chef, was great. She was very engaging and welcoming! Vivian interweaved stories about her life and NOLA history into the demonstration which personalized the experience. Plus, the food was yummy! Also, all the other staff members were very pleasant and contributed to the overall positive experience. Roni, our cocktail tour guide, was very knowledgable and conversational. He welcomed questions and shared history in a very relatable way. Plus, the included drinks were STRONG and we got to expedience several bars we didn’t plan on our list!

Sean_G

Wonderful time, Chef Michael was so knowledgeable with the history of cooking and the area! Perfect!

John_C

We were either laughing or eating incredible food the entire time. Extremely engaging, well worth it.

Colleen_M

Diane’s cooking class was great and the food was delicious. It was a great way to be introduced to Creole/Cajun cuisine. Robert was an excellent guide for the cocktail tour, and had some really good information on the history of the cocktails we enjoyed.

Chuck_C

The cooking class/demonstration was very fun and served as a great three-course meal (late lunch) consisting of Gumbo, Jambalaya, and Pralines. The Chef was not just educational (giving us the history/etc.) but also very entertaining. This was followed by a walking tour of some of the key cocktails/bars in New Orleans (where they claim the "cocktail" was invented thanks to Peychaud's bitters) and our tour guide Robert was SUPER entertaining (you can't miss him with his whimsical moustache) and extremely knowledgeable!
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2024-04-30 08:26