Culinary Walking Tour with a Food Critic in Melbourne

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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3 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English
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Explore Melbourne with a seasoned food critic. Discover hidden gems and savor artisanal bites across the city. Join us for a 3-hour journey infused with history and culinary delights.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Melbourne is consistently one of the most liveable cities in the world. Why? The food.


As a food photographer and writer living in Melbourne for over 20 years, I contributed to the New York Times, Gourmet Traveller, Good Food Guide, Broadsheet, and self-published a cookbook during COVID.


On this 3-hour walk, let me show you how to eat like a local.


We begin by meeting in the city and end at the Queen Victoria Market. Sandwiched (ahem) in between will be bite-size samples of the city's best coffees, bakeries, chocolate, fried chicken, ice creams, and more. As we walk, I’ll share stories about the city’s food culture and my experiences as a food critic; and point out iconic landmarks along the way.


If you're new to the city, it's an opportunity to make like-minded friends. "People who love to eat, are always the best people."


Thank you, Julia Child.


If you're a local, here are more reasons to love this city.

What You Get

Snacks
Little taster snacks will be provided depending on availability. Extra cash to purchase more food is always encouraged.
Lunch

Good To Know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

1

Queen Victoria Market

We start here. QVM is my favourite place as a home cook. You will see fresh produce, deli product, the best fruits and my favourite speciality bookshop.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

The Public Purse

We end here, with an ice cream in our hands.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Queen Victoria Market, Queen Street, Melbourne City Victoria, Australia, AU, 3000

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We meet at Queen Victoria Market at 9.30am for introduction. You'll have a chance to purchase some cinnamon scrolls, coffee, hot chocolate, coffee, the infamous hot jam donuts. My sole purpose is to show you a food lover's bookshop.
End Point

The Public Purse, Melbourne City Victoria, Australia, AU, 3000

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Corner of Elizabeth and Bourke, the heart of Melbourne CBD. We end with ice cream nearby but everyone is free to roam for lunch.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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