NOLA Food Tour: Culinary History & Tasting

Discover the rich culinary history of New Orleans with NOLA Carte Food Tours. Join Chef Keith Abel, food stylist for NCIS New Orleans, and learn about the city’s rock star chefs, cooking techniques, and iconic dishes like Gumbo, PoBoys, and Beignets. Indulge in a delicious journey through 300+ years of food culture.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Visitors will explore our 300-year-old city and its original “Faubourg” or neighborhood. They will learn about dining venues that have been around for over a century and delve into the nation’s pioneering fusion cuisine.

Points of Interest

  • French Quarter
What's Included
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Any beverages other than restaurant service water are excluded, will be at guests expense.
Additional Information

NOLA Carte Food Tours were founded by Chef Keith Abel, who served as the Food Stylist for all seven seasons of the popular CBS show, NCIS New Orleans. Participants will explore over 300 years of culinary history, discovering the “rock star” chefs of New Orleans and the origins of various cooking techniques and ingredients. In addition to these…

Location
630 St Peter
Saint Peter
We meet across the street from the Gumbo Shop which is our first stop!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Nicola_h
Feb 12, 2026
Keith is an amazing guide. Full of so much information. He is really friendly and readily answers any questions. - He knows what he's talking about. Full of information. His stories are amazing and great to listen to.
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Kbgalveston
Aug 19, 2021
Fun trip - Fun and perfect for my husband and I. Lots of good info and back stories on NO fooderies. Keith was very knowledgeable on the food scene.
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Trisha_h
May 1, 2021
Fun Food Tour! - Keith was a wonderful host! His stories and knowledge of the cuisine and history in New Orleans made for a very enjoyable day! Highly recommend!
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From $96
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).