What are food tours?

Food tours are guided tours of a specific area or city, typically focused on the local cuisine and culture.

They often include visits to local markets, restaurants, and other food-related locations, as well as tastings of local dishes. Food tours are a great way to explore a city and learn about its food culture.

It’s no secret that food is one of the things in life that brings people together - much like travel.

Combine the two and you have the ultimate experience for those hungry to broaden their cultural palate, both literally and metaphorically.

The beauty of traveling to new destinations is meeting new people and experiencing new flavours, with food an integral part of distinguishing different cultures and religions through traditions that have been passed down through the generations.

Food tours connect and unite people through these intimate experiences.

Whether it be a Bangkok Backstreet Food Tasting Tour sampling Thai delicacies such as crispy pork, grilled clams or even an 80-year-old Thai curry recipe, or, this Kangaroo Island Food and Wine Trail in sunny South Australia where you can enjoy the region’s famous wines and fresh produce across 8 incredible hours - there’s a food tour perfect for anyone and every appetite.

Whether it be a Bangkok Backstreet Food Tasting Tour sampling Thai delicacies such as crispy pork, grilled clams or even an 80-year-old Thai curry recipe, or, this Kangaroo Island Food and Wine Trail in sunny South Australia where you can enjoy the region’s famous wines and fresh produce across 8 incredible hours - there’s a food tour perfect for anyone and every appetite.

Why do people go on food tours?

One of the best things about traveling and going on a holiday to a new destination is the food you get to enjoy while you’re there.

From what we eat to where we eat, who prepares it and how it’s prepared to who we then share these culinary experiences with, food and flavour have this ability to connect us to special moments in our lives.

Imagine grazing your way through the streets of Japan on a Sushi Class in Tokyo, or trawling through the markets alongside locals on this Cancun Street Food & Local Market Day Tour, food has this ability to both inspire and delight us.

Sharing a meal or a culinary experience has this innate ability to strengthen the bonds between individuals, communities, and even countries - which is ultimately why so many people choose to experience a food tour during their travels.

Featured Food Tour - 8 Day Sicily Food Tour

In fact, this 8 Day Unexplored Sicily Gastronomic Tour is just one example of a food tour that has been specifically curated for the foodies out there!

That’s right - some people are so passionate about what’s on their plate that they’re willing to dedicate multiple days to a food tour…and who can blame them when there are deals this good?

The gateway between Europe and Africa, Sicily is a meeting place for Mediterranean civilizations and the quintessence of Greek culture, Roman heritage, Byzantine art, Arab traditions, Norman architecture, French aesthetics, German Gothic, Spanish character, Neapolitan color and more.

Aside from its outstanding wines, the cuisine of Sicily is a real explosion, a triumph of taste, easily impressive for ordinary travelers and sophisticated Michelin guide experts who regularly award local restaurants with treasured stars.

An amalgamation of cultural influences and flavors, this exciting one-week gastronomic adventure gives you the chance to live like a local in an exquisite 18th-century villa for the whole stay, with a Michelin star chief teaching you authentic Sicilian recipes in a fun and lively cooking class.

Enjoy the breathtaking views over Monti Iblei hills, intriguing excursions in UNESCO heritage cities, authentic experiences, and delightful meals in the best local restaurants…what more could you want!?

What do you do on a food tour?

Food tours are designed for you to ultimately experience something new; whether it be a new flavour, new people or new cultures, what you do on a food tour is usually up to the individual and what it is they want to take-away!

Take this Osaka Tea Ceremony and Kimono Experience for example. Perfect for those looking to fully immerse themselves in a culinary and cultural experience, the essence of a Japanese tea ceremony is to pursue the "inner beauty that comes out when hosting others" through the process of wearing kimono, enjoying matcha and tasting authentic Japanese desserts that match the tea.

Over the course of 90 minutes, get a taste of this unique experience with the ceremony are held in a classical Japanese-style room, with the full support of an experienced tea ceremony host who will teach you about appropriate behaviour and tool usage, making it the perfect opportunity to experience and understand Japanese culture with delicious tea and sweets!

Alternatively, some people are just looking for a unique, one off dining experience where they don’t have to think about what to cook…but rather just enjoy a meal and destination!

On this Sydney Harbour High Tea Cruise, guests can enjoy a modern-Australian twist on an English tradition.

Each high tea celebration starts with an Australian glass of pink bubbly, followed by your choice of fine tea (there's plenty to choose from). Once the tiered-platters arrive, topped with sweet and savoury delicacies, this tour becomes distinctly local, with iconic Sydney treats including Blinis topped with prawns, whole chocolate coated strawberries, mini savoury pastries and more.

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How do I book my first food tour?

Easy! Take a look at our delicious range of Food Tours on offer and either book directly via the product page or, contact one of our friendly team HERE and we’ll help secure the booking for you!

Let's eat!

One of the best things about traveling is the food. Enjoy traditional dishes, cheap & tasty street food or treat yourself to a fancy restaurant - just let your taste buds guide you! We've picked some of the most delicious food tours around, like our Coffee Tour in Melbourne, a Foodie Tour on the Las Vegas Strip and our Culinary Adventure in Vietnam. Bon appetite!.

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Explore Culinary Delights in Food Tours

Explore Culinary Delights in Food Tours