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Seller: Culinary
(New Orleans Culinary History Tours)
Seller Description:
New Orleans Culinary History Tours offers the only culinary history and food tasting tours of the French Quarter.
The proprietor holds an M.A. in History and teaches in the history department of Xavier University. Her area is U.S. ethnicity and immigration and culinary history. The proprietor and all guides are licensed tour guides.
The company has been covered by numerous newspapers and magazines, including: the Times Picayune, Baton Rouge Advocate, Atlanta Journal Constitution, Beaumont Enterprise, Minneapolis Star Tribune, Charlotte Observer, Wine Buzz, Essence, Southern Living, and Cooking LIght.
New Orleans Culinary History Tours is a member of the New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau, Southern Foodways Alliance, and Southern Food and Beverage Museum.
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Activity Information:
Activity Description
The Tasting Tour is Back! Celebrate our Rebirth with food and drink New Orleans' style!
This walking and tasting tour of the French Quarter will immerse you in the history of New Orleans and how its unique cuisine evolved. We tour select historic restaurants and discuss their culinary contributions - including the two oldest (Antoine's and Tujague's, established in 1840 and 1856, respectively).
Visitors will learn to appreciate the differences between Creole and Cajun cuisine, and will hear of the varied ethnic influences that contribute to New Orleans cuisine.
The samples listed are a general guide, but are subject to change from tour to tour, but typically include:
- Seafood Gumbo
- Red Beans & Rice
- Beef Brisket with Creole Sauce
- Pralines
- Mini-Muffulettas
- New Orleans Rum Cake
In addition to the tastings, the tour also passes such notable landmarks as St. Louis Cathedral and Jackson Square in the historic French Quarter, home to beautiful architecture and fascinating history.
Come join us as we walk, talk and taste our way through the rich culinary history of New Orleans.
What Is Not Included?
Beverages and cocktails are not provided but are available for purchase.
Meeting Location:
In the heart of the French Quarter (New Orleans, LA)
(Exact meeting location details will be provided immediately upon purchase of tickets.)
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