The Origins of Sacramento Food and Cultural Walking Tour explores the very beginnings of Sacramento,from Sutter's colony Nueva Helvecia to the Fabulous Forties, with tastings of the best dishes the immigrants brought with them. You'll learn about how the many diverse groups forged our great city and created its agricultural dominance. Participants enjoy a 3.25 hour, 2.5 mile flat walking route past historical national landmarks, gorgeous mission style churches and famed architecture throughout period neighborhoods. Liberally sprinkled among these sites are mom and pop eateries that echo the region's diversity.
Our Origins of Sacramento Food Tour finds us meandering through two very historical but popular neighborhoods; Midtown's Sutters District and East Sacramento's Fabulous Forties. Stroll under tree-lined streets while you explore hidden gem eateries. Meet the talented and passionate chefs while sampling their creations a foodie's dream come true! Local Roots Food Tours limits each group to 16 individuals to keep the experience small and intimate; each tour is narrated by our trained guides. Our stops try to accommodate for vegetarians and food allergies; however, food aversions such as Vegan and Gluten Free are harder to accommodate for every stop. No special accommodations will be made for participants who just don't like the type of food being offered - please see type of food samplings above for an idea of what will be offered. Private group tours are available by reservation.
Typical tastings on our tour:
Amaretto Custard French Toast with local almonds
Freshly baked white chocolate and raspberry scone
Tequila infused cocktail with fresh strawberry/mango
Fresh catched talapia taco with tomatilla salsa
Baby spinach, artichokes, chicken & feta cheese pizza
Refreshing Pilsner Urquell from Czech Republic
Stuffed Date w/ goat cheese and pancetta
Pan seared scallop with sweet potato puree
Flaky crusted apple strudel w/fresh vanilla bean cream
Note: Please provide a local hotel or cell phone contact number on your reservation. The tours are held rain or shine. You should dress appropriately for the day's weather conditions. Cameras and video cameras are allowed. We ask everyone to turn their cell phones on vibrate prior to tour starting in respect of other tour participants wanting limited distractions. We require a minimum of 4 participants per tour. We will contact individuals prior to tour date if they are the single ticket holder for a particular tour.
Origins of Sacramento Walking Food Tour
By Local Roots Food Tours (other events)
92 Dates Through Dec 22, 2012
Restrictions
The terrain on our Origins of Sacramento Food Tour is all flat with many shade trees. We do cover approximately 2.75 miles in distance in a 3.25 hour time frame. We do ask you keep up with the group during our entire 3.0 mile walk. You know your fitness level better than us. If you want to bring a child with you, please note that they are welcome but you know better than us if your child will be able to handle the distance walking as well as standing and listening without being disruptive to the rest of the tour group. Our tour route is wheelchair accessible. Strollers are welcome. Our stops try to accommodate for vegetarians and food allergies; however, food aversions such as Vegan and Gluten Free are harder to accommodate for every stop. No special accommodations will be made for participants who just don't like the type of food being offered - please see type of food samplings above for an idea of what will be offered.