FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Calling all foodies! A local favorite is returning with new partners for 2023.
Fort Wayne Food Tours takes people to the see city’s iconic restaurants, architecture, and other historic destinations.
The tours are three and a half hours long and are a walking tour of downtown.
Representatives released the following:
The city’s first culinary and culture tour, which combines local food with historic, architectural, and artistic & cultural commentary, has secured its 2023 partners and tour dates. Tours will run on select Saturdays from late April through early October.
2023 dates are now live on the website. Tickets are $70 per person for the walking tour, which includes stops at 4 locally owned downtown restaurants. Returning from previous years: Don Hall’s Gashouse and The Hoppy Gnome. New for this year: Gnometown Brewing on The Landing and Country Heritage in the Ash Building. Tours begin and end at Don Hall’s Gashouse where guests may park.
Event details:
Fort Wayne Food Tours is a 3.5 hour historical, cultural and and culinary walking tour of downtown over a 1.25 mile loop.
• Come hungry and experience a casual way to try foods and flavors at four locally owned establishments.
• Get to know your fellow voyagers with no more than twelve in a tour.
• Enjoy the stories and little known historical facts from an enthusiastic local guide.
• Stroll past and hear the history and highlights behind some of the city’s architectural gems and newest art murals.
• Learn of the city’s rich cultural and business history, its current events, and plans for the future.
“We are excited to be back for 2023, and thankful to our returning and new partners. With the addition of Gnometown Brewing on The Landing, new experiences related to The Landing will be incorporated,” said Amber Bouthot, owner. “Country Heritage will bring a new aspect to our tours, as well: wine and chocolate pairings! We can’t wait to share our love for downtown and the growing public art installations with our tour guests. We are especially appreciative of our restaurant partners, and we can’t wait to support them this year.”
Private tours are available, as well as e-certificates. Additional information, FAQ’s, and tour booking can be found here
