Kensington Market International Toronto Food Tour
- Overview
- What to Expect
- Where to Meet
- FAQ
Kensington Market International Food Tour – Highlights
Discovery and Amazing food:
- 6 stops to enjoy food tastings, sips and bites – includes cultural stops, vendor demonstrations and much more!
- Enjoy Kensington’s quintessential foods, Bagel, Jamaican specialties
- Discover the hidden corners and back alleys of Kensington Market as you learn about the area, its history, its culture and, of course, its food!
- Eating the best foods usually comes with a price of long lines and waits — not with us! Skip the lines and enjoy a VIP access food tour.
Tasting Locations
- Nu Bagel : Taste Middle East – Have a bite into a smoked trout sandwich in a bagel which was rated one of the best sandwiches in Toronto.
- Golden Patty: Taste the Caribbean – Enjoy a Jamaican patty in coco bread
- Jumbo Empanadas: Taste South America – An indigenous encounter with a delicious Humita
- Pow Wow Café : Taste North America – Traditional Native (Indigenous) Frybread, Bannock
- Taste Asia – Authentic Tibetan momos (dumplings), a traditional delicacy of Tibet.
- Fika Café: Taste Europe – A Swedish favourite for those with a sweet tooth.
GUARANTEED DEPARTURES: Book with confidence that all scheduled tours are guaranteed with no minimum bookings required. Discover the flavours of the world on this walking food tour in the hippest, unique and historic neighbourhood in Toronto. The tour includes:
What to expect from the Kensington Market International Toronto Food Tour ?
One-of-a-Kind Food Tasting — On our 3-hour guided tour of Kensington Market, we visit six unique tasting locations. Each one ensures that you will enjoy unique and exciting flavours. We sample a variety of food into the heart of Kensington market. The food is vibrant and exciting just like the people, bolstered by the richness of cross-cultural connections. You’ll have enough to eat for a hearty and satisfying lunch with dishes that include Empanadas, bagels, traditional native food and a Caribbean specialty. All food tastings are included in the ticket price.
Why take the Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour?
Cultural experience — As you take in the eclectic streets of these neighbourhoods, you’ll get the chance to experience life as a native Torontonian. Our knowledgeable tour guides highlight the fascinating history of this rich cultural hub, so you can really appreciate the city’s diversity. We discuss the history of the subsequent waves of immigration to the area. Crossing over into Kensington Market, you won’t be able to help but notice traces of people who built this community from the ground up. Eclectic architecture, explosive street art and more will be revealed as we take you behind the scenes. The tour also takes you to explore the back alleys and hidden gems of this multi-faceted neighbourhood. Our enthusiastic local guides share their knowledge and recommendations, infusing these stories with personal anecdotes. We can guarantee it will be the most interesting stroll you’ve taken in a while!
Discover
- Taste Montreal’s gourmet cuisine and regional dishes
- Take in the vibrant local culture and its rich history
Connect
- Get to know your group better as you walk and talk
- Bond through a meaningful shared experience
Unwind
- Don’t worry – we’ll take care of all the details
- Enjoy pre-ordered food & drink pairings without the hassle
Who Should Take the Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour?
The Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour is perfect for groups of 10 to 100+ people looking to share a meaningful and memorable experience whether you’re from out of town or call Montreal home. It’s a great, laidback way to build camaraderie among your team, or to celebrate a success or occasion. If you’re hosting an office party, corporate event, team building activity, family reunion, bachelor/ette party or any other gathering, the Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour is sure to make it feel special. However, due to the nature of the tour, participants must be 18+, and unfortunately it is not wheelchair accessible.
WHO
Adults 18+ of all fitness levels, although this tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.
CAPACITY
10 – 100+ guests.
GROUPS AND PRIVATE TOURS
This is tour is currently only offered as a private tour. Please fill out the form on our private tour page.
WEATHER
The tour runs rain or shine, or extreme snow! However, we strongly recommend wearing appropriate clothes for the winter season.
GROUP AND PRIVATE TOURS
Offered on request and depending on availability. Just fill out the form in our private and group tours page.
WEATHER
The tour runs rain or shine, or extreme snow! However, we strongly recommend wearing appropriate clothes for the winter season.
SPECIAL FOOD REQUESTS
The Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour is NOT vegan friendly. We offer vegetarian, or gluten-free options.
ENOUGH FOOD?
The Old Montreal Evening Food & Drink Tour offers enough food to satisfy a dinnertime appetite!
SALES DEADLINE
Tickets must be purchased 2 weeks in advance.
PARKING
We do not recommend parking on the street, as the maximum is 2 hours, and our tour lasts 3 hours. There are paid parking lots nearby at 735 William Street, 687 St. Paul St. West and 720 St. Maurice St.