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Melbourne Foodie Culture
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11 featuresHalf Day or Less
Other tours by Foodie Trails
Footscray Trail
Explore Footscray on your journey through African, Asia, European and Indian foods. Footscray began its migrant settlement with Australian-born or people from the British Isle, After world war two it became home to refugees from Europe and America. Its ever-changing landscape is now home to migrants from Indo-China, the Middle East, Central America, and the Horn of Africa With this diversity in its residents, it is a paradise for food lovers looking to explore and be introduced to old and new flavors. Tour Starting Point: Outside Footscray Station on Irving Street. Things to keep in mind: this is a walking tour; The walk from the various venues is about 30-40 minutes in total with breaks at each stop, the longest walk no more than 15 minutes. It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes. It is not fast-paced and comfortable for most people. Rain, hail or shine, we will be walking the streets in almost every weather condition so please come prepared. Vegan options are available please let us know at the time of booking
Oakleigh Trail
Join in exploring some of the delicious eateries of Oakleigh, as they help you uncover the best places to enjoy authentic Greek food. Sample traditional baked goods made fresh daily on-site, taste deli produce and learn about the products that heavily feature in Mediterranean home kitchens, visit a cultural store to learn about religious customs and cultural traditions and lastly enjoy a delicious progressive meal and chat with the locals along the way. Get ready to enjoy Oakleigh hospitality at its absolute best. Inclusions: progressive lunch This is a walking tour; the walk from the various venues is about 30-40 minutes in total with breaks at each stop, the longest walk no more than 15 minutes. They recommend that you wear comfortable shoes. It is not fast-paced and comfortable for most people. Rain, hail or shine, you will be walking the streets in almost every weather condition so please come prepared. Vegan options are available please let us know at the time of booking.
Flavours of Melbourne Night Trail
Experience the vibrant energy of Melbourne after dark on an evening culinary adventure through the city's famous laneways and entertainment precincts. This progressive dinner tour combines outstanding food, local history, and insider access to the local nightlife scene. Meet an expert local guide in the heart of the city at Federation Square as the sun begins to set. Wander past illuminated sights and through the bustling streets of Chinatown, taking in the sights and scents of the city's nocturnal food culture. Enjoy a curated progressive meal spread across four distinct stops. Savour a blend of Modern Australian dishes and Asian fusion flavours, replacing the need for a standard sit-down dinner reservation. The evening highlights include a visit to a hidden speakeasy bar tucked behind a secret entrance, complete with an included drink. Conclude the trail with picture-perfect artisanal desserts before receiving local tips for continuing the night.
Flemington Trails
The suburb of Flemington today boasts a vibrant multicultural community from Scottish to Italian, Asian to African and much more in between. Located just seven kilometres from the CBD you can enjoy a coffee in an art deco building and taste your way through an Ethiopian wot, Indian curries, Malaysian hawker-style food and Somali tender spiced meats, best eaten with a banana. This cultural food walk will take you through the shops where local vendors will share stories and knowledge on their spices, artifacts and meat cuts, and if you bring a shopping bag, you never know what goodies you find to take home with you! Tour includes a progressive tasting through 4-5 eateries including stories about the history behind the foods and flavours of the shops. A wander through local spice shops, butchers, and grocery stores catering to various cultures to learn about the spices and ingredients from the different region Visit cultural shops and have a chance to learn about the arts and crafts of the region Meeting point- Outside Newmarket Station on Pin Oak Cresent Flemington. Duration – 3 hours. Weekday Tour starts: 5:00pm and concludes at 8:00pm. Weekend Tour starts: 11:30am and concludes at 2:30pm.
Moonee Ponds Trail
Located just 7km from Melbourne CBD, Moonee Ponds has some great streets to discover. Century-old churches, historic dwellings, and parks line the street. Fine restaurants and sports bars are also a common sight in the Moonee Ponds area. Puckle Street is always buzzing, it’s a shopping strip that appears to have something for everybody. With a selection of some of the best thrift shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes. From freshest Japanese to authentic Lebanese to European tapas, on this adventure, you get to meet the local business owners, share their stories and get to know the unique businesses of the area. The locals say “ if you don’t want to leave Moonee Ponds you don’t have to.” Included in your tour are: A progressive meal through 4 to 5 eateries including stories around the history behind the foods and flavours of the shops. A wander through local shops, businesses, eateries and specialty stores catering to various cultures to learn about the spices and ingredients from the different region Visit cultural shops and have a chance to learn about the arts and crafts of the region. Moone Ponds Station Duration 3 hours
Eltham Trails
It was surveyed as a village in 1840, near the junction of the Diamond Creek and the Yarra River and is home to a densely treed region dubbed ‘the green wedge’ or ‘Melbourne’s lungs. The main street and shopping area meld city sophistication with country charm. On our tour, you get to breathe in the freshness of the native flora and flora while you explore the history and flavours of the local bakers, butchers, coffee makers and restaurants. Relax and stroll through the boutiques, gift shops and book shops as you get to know the traders and learn their stories, some of whom have been there for over 25 years. Don’t forget a shopping bag, you never know what goodies you find to take home with you!
Where you'll be
400 Flinders Street
Melbourne Victoria 3000