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Chicago Food Tasting & Cultural Walking Tour

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Seller: ChicagoFoods
(Chicago Food Planet, Inc.)

Seller Description:
Chicago Food Planet, Inc., offers unique food tasting and cultural walking tours through Chicago’s most delicious and historic neighborhoods. We provide a non-touristy, local experience so you feel like a native Chicagoan.

Our adventure truly began 7 years ago when we started exploring Chicago's neighborhoods, investigating alleyways, engaging with residents, sampling cuisine, and shopping local merchants in search of the true Chicago pulse.

Our goal is to tease your taste buds and entice your mind with the sights, flavors, and way of life in Chicago. Our friendly and passionate tour leaders are proud to share our knowledge and discoveries with you. We recommend taking our tour at the beginning of your stay so you can return and enjoy these wonderful neighborhoods at your leisure.

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Activity Description
Chicago Food Planet's Near North Chicago Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour starts in the heart of Downtown and explores the Near North neighborhoods of Gold Coast, Old Town, and Lincoln Park.

Discover Chicago's Cultural Gems While Tasting Delicious Food
On this guided, narrated walking tour, you'll learn about Chicago's rich history and treasured architecture while sampling authentic flavors from ethnic eateries and food shops. After the tour, explore Chicago with confidence and take advantage of our full spectrum of cuisine, entertainment, and cultural offerings on and off-the-beaten-path.

Your journey includes tastings from:

  • America's first 'Heart Healthy' pizzeria (est. 1978)
  • A spice & herb specialty shop (est. 1957)
  • A fudge specialty shop (est. 1963)
  • A gourmet foods and catering shop (est. 1977)
  • A Jewish deli (est. 1975)
  • A tea merchant (est. 1978)
  • An aged balsamic vinegar & olive oil store (est. 2007)
  • A chocolate lounge (est. 2005)
Experience Life and Diversity in Chicago
Join us as we offer a unique glimpse into offbeat venues, hidden parks, historic mansions, and majestic row houses while sharing insight on local entertainment and restaurants. As we traverse Chicago's tree-lined streets, we'll prove to you why journalists across the world deem Chicago "America's secret garden."

All Tastings Are Included In The Price
Enough food is served that for most participants, lunch afterwards is not needed. Seating is not provided as we conduct tastings on the go.

Meeting Location:
Gold Coast; near Michigan Ave. and Lake Michigan (Downtown Chicago, IL)
(Exact meeting location details will be provided immediately upon purchase of tickets.)