Secret Food Tour in San Francisco

Your half-day adventure will include six stops where you will gain great insight about the local food, history, and culture. Your group is kept to no more than twelve people at a time offering an intimate and very personal experience, unlike the large-group regular tours offered. Your ears will be filled with the sounds of the busy city and your stomach will soon be teased with the wonderful flavors of different foods.

This walking tour is much more than just a foodie experience, learn about the immigrants that shaped the city's food scene and how San Francisco shaped them. Many foods that are commonly thought of as Mexican and Chinese were invented here. The Mission embodies an ever-changing melting pot of flavors and culture, with award winning recipes that tell a story of a revolutionary city shaped by significant social movements and international influences. Plus, there is a Secret Dish which you can only find out about on the day.

Begin in the heart of the Mission District, discover an incredibly lively and vibrant neighborhood with a rich cultural and architectural heritage. Have the wonderful opportunity to discover both the local Latino inspired dishes as well as the myriad of cultures that have made their imprint on the Mission today. You will enter a community that fosters stunning political street art, both on the main roads and weaving through the city neighborhoods. Venture to one of the best taquerias in the country, where people travel from all over the world come to taste the best of the best and sample the Mission-style burrito.

Next, make your way to an Italian bakery, a San Francisco institution for over 50 years, to pick up a sweet treat you can save for later. Learn the stories of the San Francisco's immigrants and gain a deep appreciation for their influence on the city. Taste the famous San Francisco clam chowder or sample a couple of fresh oysters.

Sample a delicious, melty pupusa, brought to us by immigrants from El Salvador. A pupusa is a thick flatbread made with cornmeal or rice flour, like the Venezuelan and Colombian arepa. It is usually stuffed with one or more ingredients. Afterwards, try a tasty snack that is the mystery Secret Dish of the day. And last, but not least, have some delicious ice cream created by a family-owned market and creamery near Dolores Park.

To wrap up your time and end your tour, a breathtaking view of the city is in store just steps away from the place San Francisco received its name.

Please Note: Some of the itinerary can be subject to change, based on the locations and availability on a given day.

Victoria's Eat Like a Canadian Tour

Bienvenue au Canada! Discover the flavours that define a nation on the immersive culinary walking tour through Victoria's historic downtown. From iconic dishes to regional ingredients, this experience showcases Canadian food culture through engaging storytelling, tastings, and local insights. Stroll from Fisherman's Wharf to the Inner Harbour as your expert local guide shares the stories behind each bite.

Along the way, enjoy seven curated tastings that highlight the diversity of Canadian cuisine. Sample traditional Indigenous bannock, local smoked seafood, poutine, Hawaiian pizza (yes, it was invented in Canada!), a Nanaimo bar, maple syrup, handcrafted chocolates from Canada's oldest chocolatier, and a classic Canadian cocktail.

Your culinary journey begins at Finest At Sea Fish Market, where you'll savour local specialties such as candied salmon and smoked tuna. Next door, experience Indigenous- inspired cuisine at Imagine Studio Cafe. From there, head to Fisherman's Wharf to enjoy Hawaiian pizza from a floating pizzeria while learning about its surprising Canadian origins. As you stroll along James Bay, your guide will go into the early history of Victoria including the influence of George Vancouver and the impact of the gold rush.

The tour will then proceed into the Inner Harbour among some of the most iconic buildings in the city including the Steamship Terminal Building, the Legislative Building, and the Empress Hotel. Along the way, enjoy a classic Candian cocktail, the Caesar, and learn why Canadians consume over 400 million of them each year. At the tasting room, sample Canada's most famous export, maple syrup, alongside the beloved Naaimo bar, a sweet West Coast classic and the perfect edible souvenir.

On a busy Government street, the tour will stop at two iconic Canadian businesses including Rogers' Chocolates, the oldest chocolate shop in Canada, and BeaverTails. Here, you will taste poutine, a Quebec dish that contains fries, cheese curds, and gravy, rich, indulgent, and unmistakably Canadian.

From coast-to-coast flavours to fascinating stories, this tour is a must for food lovers and curious travellers alike. Join us for an unforgettable taste of Canada in the heart of Victoria.