Sweet & Savory New Orleans (trip)
Sweet & Savory New Orleans
- New Orleans Airport, New Orleans, LA, United States
- Culinary & Wine Travel
| from $995* per person | 4 Days | Year-round |
| Boutique accommodations | Exertion level: 2 | |
| Operator: Tour de Forks - Uncommon Epicurean Adventures | 12 people max | |
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Locations visited/nearby
Louisiana, United States, North America
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2 testimonials about the provider, Tour de Forks - Uncommon Epicurean Adventures:
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Reviewer: Chef Anita Lo
located in
New York,
NY
USA
"I'd recommend Tour de Forks to my own mother. I'd even require it for all serious foodies and food professionals if I could, so they all would experience the fresh new ideas of 'Mod Oz' (modern Australian cuisine: a cutting edge, urban cuisine influenced by nearby Asia), and the exceptional cheeses, wines, meat and produce from that continent.
You could do it on your own, but chances are, even if you have several good guide books, you're going to be disappointed with more than just a couple of meals, and you won't get the personalized, VIP treatment you get from having a few famous, local food professionals showing you around as you do on Tour de Forks. I wish every country I've visited had a Meera Freeman, a George Biron, and a Melissa Joachim to take me out to dinner. These are people whom chefs want to impress and who routinely get the best tables and the best service-these are the people you want at your dinner table. Not only are they your insider's ticket to the culinary cognoscenti circle, they are also passionate teachers who give illuminating demonstrations throughout the tour and take you to find the best jamon, the best lobster, and the best cheeses the country has to offer.
The tour, however, is not just about food. The accommodations are luxurious. You stay at only the most fabulous hotels. Some of the highlights didn't even have anything to do with food. If you go on your own, try not to miss a private plane ride over the "12 Apostles"-12 stunning rock formations off the south-eastern coast on the way to King Island, home to award winning cheeses, fabulous seafood and fantastic beach views. Also don't miss the wild kangaroos that hang out in the golf courses on the way to Sunnybrae, George Biron's home, farm and former restaurant in some of the most beautiful, unspoiled countryside left in the world. And don't forget to take a boat ride with local dolphins on your way back to Melbourne from wine tastings at local vineyards. Or, just sign up for the tour, relax, and let Meera, George and Melissa guide you through a trip to remember."
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Reviewer: Jackie Chasey
located in
New York,
NY
USA
My Tour de Forks culinary adventure was a foodie dream come true. Of course, the Tour de Forks team arranged every detail to please the most sophisticated, discriminating traveler-that was expected, although probably shouldn't have been taken for granted-but what was unique about this trip was the access to experiences you could never have traveling on your own unless you're a celebrity or restaurant royalty.
My fellow travelers were a diverse lot, interesting, accomplished and extremely congenial, and our small group felt like a bunch of friends enjoying each other's company and not like everyone's stereotype of a tour group. I'm sure this was due largely to our tour organizers and guide who did an amazing job of taking individual needs and preferences into account and dealing with every situation with humor and the utmost flexibility.
I will travel with Tour de Forks again, and I recommend it without reservation to anyone who loves food and wine and wants a luxurious, informative and uniquely pleasurable vacation experience.
Special information
- This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.
Itinerary
Day 1, MondayArrive New Orleans and check-in to the Royal Sonesta Hotel.
In the heart of the historic French Quarter the Royal Sonesta bows to the tradition of grand hotels. Located on world-famous Bourbon Street, it embodies old-world Southern charm.
Your afternoon is at leisure to explore the French Quarter. Two stops we recommend are the Louisiana General Store for Cajun spices and sauces and the Kitchen Witch to browse it's amazing collection of regional cookbooks.
Dinner will be on your own this evening. Consider a legend like Galatoire's, or Susan Spicer's modern cuisine at Bayona. Before or after dinner, enjoy jazz and cocktails at the hotel's Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse (Gift card provided, use as it suits you and the hotel concierge will help with reservations)
Day 2, Tuesday
Perhaps start your day with an early morning walk to the legendary Cafe du Monde for a breakfast of beignets and cafe au lait. Located on the upper end of the French Market, it is a New Orleans institution. Their beignets are a scrumptious just-out-of-the-fryer confections, and the coffee and people-watching are divine. (voucher provided for your use)
Mid-morning, New Orleans culinary icon Poppy Tooker will take you on a tour of the Crescent City Farmer's Market. Local chefs - celebrities in their own rights - are often seen at the markets buying for their restaurants. Poppy is the author of the acclaimed Crescent City Farmers Market Cookbook.
Lunch (a shrimp po'boy at Johnny's?) and the remainder of the afternoon are on your own.
Tonight you will learn the secrets of Louisiana cuisine with a cooking lesson - southern-style - at the New Orleans Cooking School Experience. The school, ensconced in an artfully renovated Victorian home includes a state of the art kitchen and a charming period dining salon where dinner with wine will be served.
Day 3, Wednesday
Your package includes a gift card for Stanley's one of the city's newer restaurants. They serve breakfast all day long - and a great lunch too.
Late afternoon, you'll join your fellow foodies for a special visit and program at the Southern Food & Beverage Museum. Exhibits include the history of Absinthe with a fascinating look at the elusive green fairy that was adored and credited as the muse of artists and poets.
Tonight's dinner will be at the award-winning Cochon. Their mission is to stay true to locally sourced ingredients and authentically prepared Southern and Cajun cuisine. Pork is king here! Libations include interesting bourbons, local beers, traditional southern cocktails - and moonshine.
Day 4, Thursday
Breakfast at the hotel. Individual departures to the airport.
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