Food, Wine & Nightlife in Louisiana

Discover the fusion of flavors that makes up New Orleans's celebrated cuisine on a walking food tour of the French Quarter. Trace the influences of French, Spanish, African, and Native American culture on local recipes, and learn to tell the difference between Cajun and Creole dishes. As you visit some of the oldest restaurants in the city, get expert foodie tips on where to dine during your stay so you never have a bad meal in the Big Easy.

The New Orleans Hard Rock Cafe brings classic cuisine to the Big Easy with a prix-fixe menu that highlights the city's musical heritage. Choose a 2- or 3-course menu with your preferred musical theme. No matter what meal you choose, your appetite will be quenched at this transcontinental cultural icon.

Enrich your visit to New Orleans with a half-day cooking class. Learn to prepare authentic Louisiana cuisine with a professional chef and a small group of like-minded foodies. After completing your lesson, sit down to enjoy the meal and receive a complimentary wine and local beer, a souvenir apron, and a collection of recipes included in the cost of the course.

Get a taste of authentic New Orleans cuisine as you also learn about the city's culture on this 3-hour small-group tour of the Carrollton Riverbend neighborhood. Sample local specialties such as catfish and crawfish as you make your way with a guide through some of New Orleans' most interesting areas.

Perfect for food and culture enthusiasts, this 3-hour tasting tour in New Orleans' French Quarter allows you to visit two of the oldest restaurants in the city. Learn about Creole and Cajun cuisine and taste both as you walk through the lively neighborhood. All food tastings included.

Get the full Louisiana dining experience with a fun and educational New Orleans cooking class. Take a seat amongst other foodies in a converted 19th century molasses warehouse and get ready to learn - and eat! Meet a lively local chef and learn the fundamentals of preparing classic Creole dishes such as gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines. Then dig into delicious samples complemented by local beer or a sweet ice tea.

No trip to New Orleans is complete without sampling authentic Creole fare and experiencing live jazz. Enjoy both at the Court of Two Sisters Restaurant Jazz Brunch "“ the only such brunch in town! Enjoy made"to"order omelets, eggs Benedict and specialty salads, or Creole dishes such as shrimp etouffee or veal grilles and gravy. Enjoy a complimentary glass of house wine, Champagne, or a mimosa as you admire the stunning courtyard.

Discover New Orleans "˜spirited' side on a fun and informative cocktail tour! You'll rub shoulders with local imbibers at historic bars and restaurants and have the option to sip on classic concoctions like the Sazerac and Pimm's Cup. Immerse yourself in 2.5 hours of storytelling from your guide and savvy mixologists, and learn the famous "“ and sometimes scandalous "“ histories of drink and drinking culture in New Orleans.

From grits to gumbo, food in New Orleans is packed with flavor. This food walking tour of the French Quarter takes you to time-tested, hole-in-the-wall establishments that you're likely to overlook on your own. Try authentic Cajun and Creole cooking, and learn about New Orleans history and culture between bites.

Go for the gastronomic gusto on a food"filled walking tour of New Orleans! Journey with a savvy local guide to popular Creole eateries, markets and artisanal shops to sample diverse foods that define Louisiana's culinary landscape. Stopping at up to seven locations, you'll savor such classic bites as seafood gumbo, Creole brisket, poboys and pralines. Along the way, meet local chefs and learn about New Orleans' rich culinary history.

Drink your way through New Orleans past on a 2-hour, pub crawl history tour with a local guide. Enjoy a relaxed pace with plenty of time for drinks, and take in the French Quarter's most important historic sites. Learn about the city's legendary characters as you visit Jackson Square and the St. Louis Cathedral; see a historic convent, then visit the home of a suspected 19th-century serial killer and socialite. Kick off your night right with a fun, small-group tour that brings New Orleans heritage to life.

Get more from the city by exploring New Orleans' food culture with a guide. Stop by some the French Quarter's most famous restaurants for some of the area's most delicious food. Enjoy tastings that could include seafood gumbo, creole brisket, and beignets. You'll also learn fun facts from your guide as you walk along the city streets.

Eat like a local on this 4"hour insider food tour of New Orleans' Garden District and St Charles Avenue! In a small"group, accompany your food"savvy guide to eateries, pubs and artisanal shops to sample foods that define Louisiana's eating and drinking landscape. Visiting at least four locations, you'll savor hearty bites such as pork belly sliders, Irish bayou gumbo and pralines, and sip on classic cocktails and local craft beer.

Get the full New Orleans tasting experience with a 3-hour French Quarter cocktail and foodie tour! Discover the pillars of New Orleans' restaurant scene with visits to renowned establishments such as Seafood Treasure for grilled oysters and Cafe du Monde for a warm beignet (or three!). Learn about local food and drink history from your savvy guide, and sip on some of New Orleans most celebrated drinks.