Food Tasting Experience and Guided Walking Tour in Santa Barbara

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Service animals welcome

Travel is about immersing yourself in the local culture. One way to do that is through food. Join us for a delectable journey through Santa Barbara's vibrant food scene while soaking in its rich history and beautiful architecture. This two-hour Saturday morning adventure is perfect for food lovers and history buffs alike. Immerse yourself with the help of a local gifted storyteller passionate about living La Dolce Vita. At 3 unique local restaurants within the Historic Theatre District you'll enjoy a guided, curated food tasting.

Equal parts food tasting and equal parts easy walking, this tour strikes a perfect balance of guided activity and epicurean exploration. See parts of Downtown Santa Barbara that most visitors miss, as we saunter through some of the hidden paseos and learn about the history of key iconic sights in the Historic Theatre District. At the end of the tour, you will have learned how to successfully navigate the Santa Barbara foodie scene like a seasoned local.

What's included

  • Indulge in what many locals and visitors alike consider to be the best donut in town, a perfect finale to our culinary exploration.
  • Choose either Big Poppa: pastrami, egg, new school American cheese and cream cheese on a toasted half bagel, or Cheezy Eggs: eggs, new school American cheese, and cream cheese on a toasted half bagel.
  • Choose either Chocolate: croissant dough rolled around two large 41% dark chocolate bars or Almond: butter croissant filled with almond cream and toasted sliced almonds on top with a sweet icing.

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Gratuities

    Languages spoken by guide

    English (US)

    Additional information

    Wheelchair accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    1324 State St, State St 1324, Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
    We will meet at Renaud's Patisserie & Bistro located in the Arlington Plaza. The cross street is Arlington Ave. I will be wearing a white Taste and See SB branded shirt.
    End point
    Hook & Press Donuts, E Figueroa St 15, Santa Barbara Downtown, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
    Located in La Arcada Plaza.

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