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Toulouse Food & History Tour with a Chef (in English)

By Toulouse Gourmet Tours
4.9 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is €110 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Ever embarked on a food tour where your guide doesn't just lead but also cooks for you? Dive into the heart of Toulouse with Alejandro, a trained chef, as he takes you on a culinary journey through the historic areas of Carmes and Saint-Etienne. This intimate, small-group walk is punctuated with seven stops, each weaving a tale from Toulouse's rich past, from the Roman era to the Middle Ages. But history isn't just told here—it's tasted. With every storey, savour a traditional recipe, ingredient, or product that embodies the essence of Southwestern French Cuisine.

And the cherry on top? Alejandro doesn't just share these flavours; he whips them up right before your eyes on his hipster cargo bike at select stops. By tour's end, you'll have not only explored the ancient city of Tolosa but also indulged in its foundational gastronomic delights. Ready for a taste of history? Book now and let your taste buds travel through time!

Activity location

  • Rue Maletache
    • Rue Maletache
    • 31000, Toulouse, Occitanie, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Pizza Lopez CARMES
    • 2 Place des Carmes
    • 31000, Toulouse, Occitanie, France

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Toulouse Food & History Tour with a Chef (in English)
  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m3h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
€110.00 x 1 Adult€110.00

Total
Price is €110.00
Until Mon, 29 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedAlcoholic Drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBottled water

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We'll be eating on our feet, as there is NO SEATING in the tour - so wear comfortable clothing and shoes and be prepared to stand/walk the whole time
  • Please alert us at least 24 hours in advance if you have food allergies or don't drink alcohol
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travellers
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Rue Maletache
  • 30m
Discover the origins of the big fire of 1463 in Toulouse, which started at a boulangerie, while sampling a sweet bite from the town's oldest pâtisserie.
Rue du Languedoc
  • 30m
Learn about the ancient regional language of Toulouse, spoken by medieval troubadours since the 11th century, while savouring the city's most iconic baked good.
Place du Salin
  • 30m
Step into the past at the southern gate of Roman Tolosa and the Royal Saltworks. Discuss salt's medieval significance and savour the star of the regional charcuterie: AOP Jambon Noire de Bigorre.
Marche des Carmes
  • 30m
Dive into the evolution of a Carmelite convent turned car park, and at a premier covered market, delight in two raw-milk artisanal cheeses perfectly paired with a mindblowing local wine.
Place de la Trinite
  • 30m
Immerse in tales of heresy, inquisition, and religious crimes through the Calas Gate, which witnessed the tragic execution of an innocent man. Here, savour the regional star recipe: la véritable saucisse de Toulouse.
Hotel d'Assezat
  • 30m
Delve into Toulouse's renaissance history, discovering how the exports of bleu de pastel pigment showered the city in wealth. Conclude with a taste of the iconic cultural emblem: the Violette de Toulouse.
Saint Stephen's Cathedral
  • 30m
Reflect on the Martyrdom of Saint-Sernin and how his legacy profoundly shaped Toulouse's destiny. Culminate your journey with the city's most decadent dessert from an emblematic pâtisserie.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESRue Maletache
    • Rue Maletache
    • 31000, Toulouse, Occitanie, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPizza Lopez CARMES
    • 2 Place des Carmes
    • 31000, Toulouse, Occitanie, France

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