5 Fun Places to Take a Food Tour

I always like to try new foods when we travel, but had never taken an official Food Tour until last fall, when my husband and I took a 3 hour tour in historic Frederick, Maryland.  It’s a great way to combine a love of food and history, while sampling food from new restaurants. Here are 5 highly rated food tours around the country.

1. Market Street Food Tour, Frederick, Maryland.  As you stroll down Market Street, sampling food at 6 different local favorites, your local guide Sarah will also provide a bit of local flavor, sharing fascinating stories and historical tidbits.  Where else can you end your tour with artisan chocolate and blueberry birch beer!
2. Taste Twin Cities Food and Drink Tours, Minneapolis, Minnesota. With 8 food tours to choose from, there is something for everyone. During the Minneapolis River Walk Tour, you will stroll through the Mill District and along the oldest street in Minneapolis.  Tastes may include European breads and the famous local favorite, the  Cheese Curds. 
3. Forktown Food Tours, Portland, Oregon. Currently ranked the #1 Activity in Portland on Trip Advisor, you can’t go wrong with a choice of 4 tours to meet your culinary interests.  Visit some of the best loved restaurants in Portland, or sample food from the local food carts.  
4. Santa Cruz & Capitola Food Tours in California.  Take a walk through 3 downtown Santa Cruz  historic districts while sampling items like homemade ice cream and farm to table cuisine.  Ortake a seaside stroll through nearby Capitola, where you will sample scones along with Island Fusion Cuisine.  
5. Chicago Food Planet Food  in Chicago, Illinois. This company offers 4 tours to choose from, each at a different starting point in the city. Get ready to sample Chicago’s famous deep dish pizza on the Gold Coast & Old Town Tour or try the top rated Chicago style hot dog on the Bucktown and Wicker Park Tour. No matter what you choose, you will have the opportunity to experience Chicago in a whole new way.  

Be sure to check the websites for discounts and hours of operation, and also sites such as Groupon and Living Social, which often offer discounts and special offers. I’m confident there is a food tour in your favorite city.  Let me know if you have a favorite!