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Date Attended [v] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Not as good as you think
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| Sun, Dec 27, 09 10:30 AM |
annicabarnes |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
| We took the Old Pasadena Food Tour on the 27th Dec. We had read so many good reviews of it being the top thing to do in LA. So why not try it. It is sort of good. We skipped breakfast when we where under the impression that it's going to be so much food that we don't need a lunch, Wrong, if you are a normal eater you do need to eat afterwards. I think we were unlucky with the guide. Can't remember his name but we had expected a food lover that passionately would talk about food. The most he said to us was...' I like Indian food too' Not impressive. He did try to make converstion but it was heavy and he felt very uninspired by us. The best part was to actually try different kind of foods and get a bit of history. The worst part was to have to stand if front of closed restaurants and hear the guide talk about the food inside. Being from overseas (England) and leaving the day after if was very boring. The icecream place (Tutti Gelati) that was supposed to be so highly rated served a very bland chocolate and orange tasting. Good quality ice-cream is silky smooth, this one was grainy. I would change this place if I was the Melting Pot Tour.
A most disapointed part was also that no one came out from the restaurants to say hello (exept from one place, Equator), We didn't feel welcome at all. More in the way for other customers. The cake at the Aux Delices Bakery was nothing to speak about and it was very difficult to cut. The guide said that they always have trouble with it....so change the cake so we can have a nicely presented bite.
The food it self was very good at all places but was nothing magical. We loved the Tibet Nepal and the Father Nature tasting but that is of course very individual. The tour took 3 hours, that was 1 1/2 hours to long for visitors with not so much time on there hands like us. Saying that, with another guide it would problably be much better. And please let the guests try the whole range from the chocolate shop. Why couldn't we try the ones on the right hand side? Where they not so good or were they to expensive for us try???? The question lingers in the air.
Anni and Chris |
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lots of food, fun, and exercise- no guilt eating!
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| Sun, Dec 27, 09 10:30 AM |
ccarlson55 |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| The guide was very informative and friendly while keeping us moving so that we saw a lot of places. He knew about all the ins and outs, tiny alleys and local, family owned stores and restaurants. That made the trip very interesting. We've lived in SoCal our whole lives but weren't that familiar with Old Pasadena. We'll definitely go back there to eat and shop, especially at the places we sampled. Three hours of walking made us feel great, not guilty about all the food we were consuming! |
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awesome food tour
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| Sat, Dec 19, 09 10:30 AM |
minaowang |
Female |
Under 20 |
International Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| I went this food tour with my friends and I highly recommend it. The food we tasted are just awesome. Meals, drinks and even icecreams are provided. They are all very good. The tour guide explains things really clearly and is very nice.
I highly recommend this food tour if you're not very familiar with local evvironment or dining. |
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Enjoyable and informative
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| Sat, Dec 12, 09 10:30 AM |
rtmedina |
Female |
30-39 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| I really enjoyed the amount of historical information the tour guide provided on old town pasadena, and appreciated getting information about so many of the dining and drinking establishments. the amount and variety of food was just right. i think that the dessert presentation at aux delices was poor--the bakery should have provided small portions for each guest, rather than having the tour guide cut up the already small desserts. other than that, we moved at a nice clip and had a very positive experience (even with the rain!). |
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Fun and informative
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| Sat, Dec 12, 09 10:30 AM |
catosaurus |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| Mike, our tour guide, was well-informed on the history of Old Pasadena, and led us through alleys and down side streets that we had never noticed before (even though we'd visited the neighborhood many times in the past). The food establishments on the tour were varied, delicious and worth returning to -- and very generous with the samples of their signature dishes. Overall, it was a real bargain at $49 per person. |
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Loved It
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| Sun, Dec 6, 09 10:30 AM |
bena213 |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Couple on a Date |
| My husband and I had a wonderful time. Food was fantastic, tour was fascinating and the guide was fun and enjoyable. We've recommended the tour to our friends |
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Outstanding edible tour
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| Sat, Dec 5, 09 10:30 AM |
34Food |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
Local |
Other |
| We were highly impressed not only with the quality and variety of the food experiences we had on the Old Town Pasadena tour, but also with the depth of insight and knowledge our guide had about the history, architecture and cultural background of Old Pasadena. He was personable, sensitive to the groups' needs, and engaging. We highly recommend this tour! In fact, we are giving it as a Christmas gift to friends! |
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A must do in So Cal.
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| Sun, Nov 29, 09 10:30 AM |
angeladavis0 |
Female |
20-29 |
Local |
Family With Children |
| The tour was great! Not only the food but the historical knowledge that was given was awesome! Food is so yummy. All buisness owners where very friendly and gracious.
I can't wait to try the LA tour:) |
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AMAZING!
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| Sun, Nov 15, 09 10:30 AM |
ladef68 |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Couple on a Date |
| My husband and I LOVED this tour! We didn't want it to end. Starting from the beginning... the directions were very good and parking was a breeze. My husband is a lover of architecture and he really enjoyed hearing about the different buildings throughout the tour.
We are total FOODIES and there was much flavor to be had.
The first stop introduced us to a new favorite - the tortas! We wished for the Indian cuisine in between the mexican and our next stop, which was yummy falafel! Next it was Asian Fusion, which had dim-sum as well as mouth watering meats. Our sweet tooth was up for a treat with a delicious Opera cake at the next place.
Our palates were tested at "Beyond the Olive". We enjoy oil and vinegar on our salads and this place really set the bar for us. After the tour, we went back to make a purchase - yum!
We hope the next tour includes some beer at Lucky Baldwin's with reportedly over 60 beers on tap. Despite this, our thirst was quenched at the Bird Pick. We never realized how wonderfully different teas can smell and taste - great for the mouth and the nose.
Speaking of nose... The Soap Kitchen was great. After the tour, we went back and picked up several gifts for friends and family.
Our tour ended on a sweet tooth, at a three-generations, family owned Chocolate Boutique.... we are still savoring the morsels at home.
There were several other places, where we sampled the food and/or the treats, each with a family history.
OVERALL - FANTASTIC AND WORTH THE PRICE. |
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A fun and tasty way to spend the morning!
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| Sat, Nov 14, 09 10:30 AM |
malisos |
Female |
20-29 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| I was very impressed with this tour. Our guide, Michael, was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and pleasant. Not only did he impart dining-related information, he also included a great deal of historical and architectural facts.
And of course, the food was fantastic as well! I was introduced to many places I look forward to visiting in the future. |
