| Rating |
Date Attended |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? [v] |
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What a wonderful activity!
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| Wed, Jul 30, 08 11:00 AM |
BobKate |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| We thoroughly enjoyed the cultural and food tasting walking tour! Our guide, Emily, was very approachable and easy to talk to. She was knowledgeable about Chicago history as well as current Chicago culture. Not only did we taste some wonderful foods and delectable drinks and spices, we also learned something! She made our excursion quite pleasurable. As the mother of 3, I would suggest that no child under age 12 take this tour as the walking would become a source of conflict. My husband and I took this Chicago trip without children and I would highly recommend this tour if you are planning a Chicago vacation! |
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Outstanding!
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| Sun, Jul 27, 08 11:30 AM |
hot_tamale10 |
Female |
20-29 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| I went with my mother on this tour. We had an unbelievable time. Our guide, Jennifer was wonderful and so full of information. I can't say enough positive things about it. It was such a great way to se Chicago, which can be a very overwhelming city if you have never visited before. The tour and Jennifer made us feel more like locals than tourists and all the food tastings were great. I was a bit skeptical about doing the tour at first, but I am so glad I did. I would recommend this to everyone! |
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decent tour
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| Sat, Jul 26, 08 1:00 PM |
jrollin |
Male |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| This tour was pretty good. We would have liked more information about the neighborhoods, and one of the stops was not necessary (catering company), but overall this was a good overview of the Gold Coast, Old Town, and Lincoln Park areas. |
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Great day for a walk
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| Fri, Jul 25, 08 12:30 PM |
don4judy |
Male |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| Excellent, enthusiastic tour guide with wonderful places to stop and see in parts of Chicago we had never been too. We had terrific weather the day we walked which helps. Lots of fun with delicious treats to eat, we were full when we finished. |
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Wonderfully delicious
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| Thu, Jul 24, 08 11:00 AM |
Newsette42 |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| I didn't know what to expect on the tour and was pleasantly surprised. Our group consisted of 12 people from all areas and combinations. Our guide was enthusiastic and very knowledgeable of the area. The tastings at the various shops were interesting and different. My favorites were the Oil Shop and the pizza. We did walk quite a distance, but I didn't seem to mind because the group talked and shared, as well as the guide, about the area. I would recommend this tour with great enthusiasm and may even take it again with my husband or sister. |
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Entertaining & Informative
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| Mon, Jul 21, 08 11:00 AM |
lkeeton |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| My daughter and I really enjoyed the tour as a part of our stay in Chicago. We enjoyed seeing the different neighborhoods as we probably would not have ventured off to them by ourselves. Kent, our guide, was very entertaining and provided a lot of historical and fun facts about each location. The food was great too - especially the pizza and chocolate. |
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Highly Recommended!
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| Mon, Jul 21, 08 11:00 AM |
pbaron |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Other |
| This tour had it all. The group's guide was personable and knowledgable, the tastings varied and delicious (how can you go wrong with toffee, chocolate, and pizza!), and the neighborhoods' histories and architecture interesting. Be prepared though for a bit of a walk (20 to 25 minutes) before reaching last three tastings. Along the way, however, several stops highlighted interesting Chicago historical facts and buildings. Would highly recommend this whether an out-of-towner or Chicago native like my daughter who, though familiar with the neighborhoods, still learned a lot and discovered shops she'll definitely try again. |
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A good time with some great food!
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| Fri, Jul 18, 08 12:00 PM |
mcholak |
Male |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| My wife and I, along with her best friend, were looking for something to do that would be unique to Chicago. We love to try new foods, especially if the place we are visiting is known for something specific. We also like to see history and learn about new places. The walking food tour is a great way to accomplish both at the same time.
Our guide, Kent, was great. He knew a lot about the area and was able to interject some humor along the way. We really enjoyed ourselves and highly recommend that anyone who likes food, history, or both take this tour! |
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Excellent Tour Guide little value for money
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| Thu, Jul 17, 08 11:00 AM |
Teacher60 |
Female |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| Our tour guide Emily was fantastic! She provided a lot of detail and was cheerful, enthuisatic and helpful. The best leg of the journey was Baccino Pizza. The pizza was delicious and plentiful. Although all the estabilshments provided tastes of their specialities, I felt as though some of them provided the minimum. I would not recommend it. My suggestion would be to provide an appetizer, entree and dessert and maybe rework the price and tour sites.
Take Care, |
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Excellent!
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| Mon, Jul 14, 08 12:00 PM |
micheleaskew |
Female |
20-29 |
International Tourist(s) |
Other |
| Great tour that highlights places in Chicago you may never find on your own. The pace is perfect, the tour well designed and the experience impeccable. |
