A French Quarter Walking Tour Where the Past is Kept Alive in Our Restaurants

New Orleans is world renowned for its distinct cuisine. It also happens to be the most historically interesting city in the United States. This tour explains the history behind the food in describing how this unique city developed the country’s only true regional cuisine. Discover why still today New Orleans ranks as a major destination for serious food lovers everywhere.

Learn how our cuisine evolved from a number of historic influences including ethnic and geographic factors. Discover why New Orleans’ location as a port city had much to do with the development of its cooking and its appreciation of fine foods. Understand the meaning of the word Creole and its relationship to food; appreciate the distinction between Creole, Cajun, and even French cuisine.

Culinary History Tasting Tour