Your culinary tour of New Orleans starts where it all began — the banks of the Mississippi River. From here, you’ll witness the lifeblood of this region. To wake up your taste buds, we’ll indulge in New Orleans’ most iconic breakfast pastry, the beignet. Just make sure you watch the direction of the wind or else you might find yourself covered in powdered, sugary goodness!  Next we will head to The French Market, the site of America’s oldest public market. We’ll be sure to stop for a local bite and get to know some of the colorful personalities who call this city home.  From the French Market, you’ll embark on the picturesque streets of the French Quarter where your guide will take you to some of their favorite palate-pleasing spots. You’ll sample both a classic New Orleans dish, as well as a delicacy that you’ve probably never seen outside Cajun country. With a fertile eco-system within the bayou and a history of spice trading, you’ll begin to realize why everything here tastes so good.  On this tour, you’ll have the chance to try a dish that sparks controversy amongst chefs and cooks in New Orleans: gumbo. Learn how hundreds of years of history has shaped this recipe and how it can vary from restaurant to restaurant.  Finally, we will try a sweet treat made from locally grown sugarcane and the region’s abundant pecans. You’ll leave with a better understanding of NOLA cuisine.