| Rating |
Date Attended |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? [v] |
Group Type? |
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Perfect day!
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| Sat, Sep 1, 07 11:00 AM |
Kathyjanci |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Unspecified |
| Just got back from the Chicago Food Tasting & Walking Tour and had a fabulous time! Being from Chicago, but not from the toured area, I found it wonderful having a highly qualified, knowledgeable, personable guide (aka Nikki!) to lead me through this beautiful area of Chicago (being able to walk through the neighborhoods was definitely a plus for me). Not only did we learn some historical facts surrounding the toured area, but we got to sample some delectable edibles! The information gathered at The Spice Shop, Old World Oil Shop, etc. will certainly be put to good use in my kitchen.
I hope they add more neighborhoods in the future; I would definitely sign up! |
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excellent
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| Wed, Aug 29, 07 11:00 AM |
marygiacomon |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Other |
| I have enthusiastically recommended this tour to my friends. It is a perfect birthday/anniversary etc gift. A fun AND educational experience. We were fortunate in that the weather was ideal and the guide excellent. A great way to spend the better part of a day. |
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need to shop
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| Wed, Aug 29, 07 11:00 AM |
barbwireice |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Other |
| I am a local downtown Chicago and can go back to the stores. Most people in our group were not local and would of liked to shop at the stores. Maybe fewer stops or closer shops so time to shop. Very nice tour and guide. We had 9 in our tour which I thought ideal. Maybe raise price and have fewer people then time to shop. |
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too much chocolate and spices
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| Sun, Aug 26, 07 2:00 PM |
JANEDEBOLT |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| We loved the walking part of the tour and the location, but we feel that the tasting part was short. If we had allowed it to be lunch, we would have starved...Spices, oil and vinegar, and chocolate are not what we expected, tho interesting. A bit more explanation of the areas would be good too. It covered a wonderful section of Chicago and that was great!
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We had a great time.
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| Fri, Aug 24, 07 11:30 AM |
unemployed |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| This is one of the best things we've done. We got exercise and had great food. It was wonderful to do a walking tour of Chicago - you see so much. Also, our guide was the best. He was funny and he really knew the area and the specialties in the shops and restaurants.
My only complaint would be that we had no opportunity to buy anything. We will probaby go back to our favorite places. I've recommended this tour to everyone I've talked to. |
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INTERESTING
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| Thu, Aug 23, 07 11:00 AM |
RKRANDEL |
Female |
70+ |
Local |
Other |
| FOUND THE TRIP INTERESTING.
GUIDE WAS WELL INFORMED AND PERSONABLE.
THOUGHT IT WAS LONGER THAN THE TWO MILES EXPECTED AND ALSO THE FACT IT LASTED MORE THAN THREE HOURS. |
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A do not miss!
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| Wed, Aug 22, 07 11:00 AM |
barbjerit |
Female |
60-69 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| The tour was great. Lots of good information and a opportunity to become better aquainted with great Chicago neighbohoods and a variety of quailty stores. |
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Become a Chicago insider!
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| Fri, Aug 17, 07 11:00 AM |
sullivancara |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Unspecified |
| I went on the tour with my mother - it was her birthday present. I am 35 years old, she is 72. We both thoroughly enjoyed the day! Being lifetime Chicago-area locals, it opened up a new world to us! Discover secret (and not-so-secret) gems of the city! It's an enjoyable outing no matter what your age or origin. Nicky (our guide) was enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. The tour was well organized. We highly recommend it. |
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Loved it!
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| Tue, Aug 7, 07 11:00 AM |
jvandyke |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| I am local, so I wasn't sure if this tour would be interesting for me. I had a ball. I got to go to some places that I had never been to before - and will now definitely go back to. Be sure to bring your walking shoes! It is a long walk, especially on a hot day. However, I would do it again. |
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Fantastic!
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| Mon, Aug 6, 07 1:30 PM |
SEJenkins |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| What a delightful afternoon! Now I've another great tour to recommend to locals and our out of town guests! I consider myself the lucky one because I'll have opportunities to return again and again to these neighborhood specialty shops for their delightful offerings!
Our guide was welcoming and knowledgable...about both the food and the local area. The food tastings were unique and delicious. My favorite of the day was the shop specializing in olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Food portions were generous. We ended the tour with our stomachs full and glad that we had walked off some of those pizza and chocolate calories
This is definitely a tour for persons able to maintain a fairly brisk walking pace...wear your comfortable shoes!
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