Grande tour gastronomico canadese - Mercato di San Lorenzo + la distilleria
Descrizione
Che sapore ha il Canada? Oltre due ore e mezza senza fretta, rispondiamo a questo, contatore per contatore, in due dei quartieri più famosi di Toronto: il Distillery District, un villaggio pedonale di architettura vittoriana restaurata, e St. Lawrence Market — primo nella lista del National Geographic dei Top 10 mercati alimentari del mondo. Aspettatevi i classici raccontati come si deve — pancetta di farina, crostate di burro, poutine fatte bene — accanto a bocconcini salati, un cocktail d'autore senza alcol e dolci finali : degustazioni abbastanza generose da eguagliare un pasto completo. Tra di loro, il tuo Culinary Storyteller spiega come una città distilleria è diventata una città del cibo e perché questo mercato ha nutrito Toronto per 200 anni. Siamo Chopsticks + Forks — Canada's # 1 Food & Drink Experience su TripAdvisor (2022), descritto in Conde Nast Traveller e National Geographic, partner esclusivo del tour gastronomico di Four Seasons Hotel Toronto e Viking Cruises. Piccoli gruppi, sempre guidati da un veterano Culinary Storyteller. Entrate. Bentornato a casa.
Opzioni del tour
Itinerario
Un sito storico nazionale e una delle trasformazioni più orgogliose di Toronto: una volta la distilleria Gooderham & Worts di epoca vittoriana, oggi un villaggio pedonale di vicoli di ciottoli, gallerie e cucine artigianali - spesso chiamata la più grande collezione di architettura industriale vittoriana del Nord America. È qui che inizia la nostra passeggiata, alla Sweetie Pie Bakery su Tank House Lane. Nel corso della nostra ora qui, le recenti degustazioni hanno incluso due bocconi salati, un cocktail senza alcol e un dolce per cui vale la pena risparmiare spazio. Tra una degustazione e l'altra, il vostro Culinary Storyteller racconta la storia che gli edifici non possono : come il whisky ha costruito questo angolo della città, perché è rimasto in silenzio e come il cibo l'ha riportato in vita. Le macchine fotografiche sono benvenute — le corsie fotografano splendidamente in ogni stagione.
Duecento anni di cibo a Toronto, oltre 120 venditori sotto lo stesso tetto — e primo nella lista del National Geographic dei Top 10 mercati alimentari del mondo, davanti al Borough Market di Londra. St. Lawrence Market non è un'attrazione turistica che vende cibo; è un mercato di lavoro che è diventato un'attrazione essendo eccellente per due secoli. La nostra ora qui si sposta da una bancarella all'altra per il modo in cui i clienti abituali fanno la spesa : le recenti degustazioni hanno incluso un panino con pancetta di fagioli — la firma del mercato — pesce fresco e un secondo dolcetto per finire. Il tuo Culinary Storyteller conosce le famiglie dietro i banconi, che è la differenza tra mangiare al mercato ed essere introdotto ad esso. Il tour termina qui, nel bel mezzo del mercato — apposta. Gli ospiti soggiornano regolarmente per fare shopping, armati della nostra shortlist di cosa portare a casa. Una passeggiata gratta a malapena la superficie di come mangia Toronto.
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Cosa è incluso
Valutazioni dei viaggiatori
Informazioni importanti
- I neonati e i bambini piccoli possono essere portati in carrozzina o passeggino
- Sono disponibili trasporti pubblici nelle vicinanze
- I viaggiatori devono avere una buona forma fisica
- I nostri amici cucinano le loro ricette di famiglia come hanno sempre fatto, quindi non possiamo accogliere allergie al glutine, ai latticini o alle noci e non offriamo un'opzione vegana. Sono disponibili versioni vegetariane e pescatarie — basta comunicarcelo quando prenoti.
Recensioni(119)
William led us through some interesting areas of old Toronto, with fascinating historical facts and insights. The food was great, even the pineapple pizza and poutine, which I didn’t think I’d like.
Don’t eat breakfast before you go on this tour!! So much information, so much food, so much fun!! You won’t regret this one!!
William was an awesome tour guide and was very informative about the Canadian history and various foods. The food was excellent and very good portions. Definitely recommend this tour, time and money well spent.
Anthony, thank you — "time and money well spent" is the exact bar we set, so hearing it back in your words means a lot. Leaving guests full is a point of pride around here: proper portions, no polite little samples. And yes, William can trace a plate back a hundred years without breaking stride — Canadian history goes down easier with peameal in hand. Your recommendation is the best thanks there is. Send your friends; we'll feed them properly. — Jusep, Founder, Chopsticks+Forks
There is so much good food! And we enjoyed learning about the history of the city from our guide, William! Both areas visited were very interesting. We’ll definitely visit them again!
Amy, this is our favourite kind of ending — guests going back on their own. That's the whole idea: once William hands you the stories, St. Lawrence Market and the Distillery District stop being attractions and start being your neighbourhoods. Say hi to the vendors when you return — and when you've eaten your way through those two, Kensington Market is waiting with five continents more. — Jusep, Founder, Chopsticks+Forks
William was a great guide. Food was good, and especially enjoyed him giving the history of the districts visited.
Thank you for this, and for spending the day with us! The history is William's favourite part — he can't pass a corner of St. Lawrence Market or the Distillery District without telling its story, and we wouldn't have it any other way. Glad the food kept pace with the storytelling. When you're next hungry, our Kensington Market International Food Tour takes you to five continents in one walk — William's friends there set a high bar.
We had so much delicious new foods on this tour we skipped dinner. Our guide William was a delightful guide and storyteller and very attentive to our dietary needs. Travelers should know there is a 20 minute walk between the Distillery District and the St. Lawrence Market.
Joseph, skipping dinner is the highest star rating we know — thank you! William will be pleased his stories landed and that your dietary needs were handled with care; that attentiveness is a point of pride with him. And thanks for the practical note on the walk between the Distillery and St. Lawrence: we like to think of it as the appetite reset between courses, but it's a fair heads-up for fellow travellers. Come hungry again soon!
I had a wonderful experience on the food tour of St. Lawrence Market and the Distillery Historic District. It was a fantastic way to discover Toronto’s history, culture, and amazing food. A special thank you to our tour guide, William, who made the experience truly memorable. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the stories behind the places we visited and the foods we tasted. His enthusiasm and attention to detail made the tour enjoyable from start to finish. The food selections were delicious, and I appreciated learning about the history and traditions connected to each stop. William created a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making everyone feel engaged and comfortable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to explore Toronto through its food, history, and hidden gems. Thank you, William, for such a wonderful experience!
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the Distillery + St. Lawrence Market tour and that William made your experience so memorable — we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. It’s wonderful to hear the food, stories, and atmosphere hit the mark. We’d love to welcome you back anytime to explore more of Toronto’s culinary and cultural gems. Safe travels and thanks again for recommending us!
Very good! We loved the explanation and the experience. William was patient during the tour, at our pace, and very kind.
hank you so much for your kind words! 🌟 ¡Muchas gracias por esta hermosa reseña! Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaron la experiencia en el Great Canadian Food Tour (Distillery District + St. Lawrence Market). William se pone muy contento cuando escucha que logró llevar el tour a su ritmo, con paciencia y amabilidad. Para nosotros es muy importante que cada persona se sienta cómoda y realmente conectada con la historia y los sabores de Toronto. ¡Esperamos tener el placer de recibirlos nuevamente en otra de nuestras experiencias! Si regresan a la ciudad, avísennos — siempre hay nuevos tours y recomendaciones especiales para amigos como ustedes. ¡Abrazos y hasta pronto!
It was a great tour! I wasn’t expecting anything this nice. Willian was an excellent guide and his acting career made his delivery of information very entertaining! The food was plentiful and was more than enough for a heavy lunch
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that the tour exceeded your expectations. The Distillery District and St. Lawrence Market are two of Toronto's most iconic neighborhoods, and we're glad you enjoyed exploring them with William. William has a unique talent for bringing the stories, history, and culture of the city to life, and his background in acting certainly adds an entertaining dimension to the experience. We're delighted that his enthusiasm helped make the tour both informative and enjoyable. It's also great to hear that you found the food plentiful and satisfying—we always aim to provide a generous tasting experience that feels like a true culinary journey. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another Toronto food adventure in the future!
My son and I did the Distillery/St. Lawrence Market tour with William. The food along the tour was delicious and really filled us up! We also got an excellent sample of Canadian cuisine. We started in the Distillery where we had two savory bites, a “savory” cocktail (virgin), and a delectable sweet treat. William told us about the history of the Distillery and how it developed into the area it is today. He was super knowledgeable. Then, we walked through the Esplanade, which on this beautiful Toronto day, was quite lovely. This walk lead us to the St. Lawrence Market where we sampled 3 more items: a sandwich, seafood, and a second sweet treat. Was it $80 worth of food? No, it was not, but it gave us a great sampling of Canadian culture with a personable guide, and it WAS filling. We even brought some back to the hotel because we couldn’t eat it all. To me, it was well worth it. ENJOY!!!
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We're delighted that you and your son enjoyed exploring both the Distillery District and St. Lawrence Market with William. It's wonderful to hear that the food was delicious, filling, and provided a great introduction to Canadian cuisine and culture. We're especially pleased that William's knowledge of Toronto's history and neighborhoods helped bring the experience to life. Thank you as well for highlighting the value of the tour as more than just a food experience—our goal is to combine great food, local history, and meaningful cultural insights into one memorable outing. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you both back for another Toronto food adventure in the future!
