food tours sacramento

Dog Days of Summer Ticket Sale – Hurry!

Celebrate Last Few Weeks of Summer on a Food Tour! Local Roots Food Tours is in the last few weeks… Read More

City of Trees Walking Food Tour…Deliciously Entertaining!

Join us on a 3 hour guided culinary walking adventure that takes you through this popular Northern California destination. Learn what continues to make Sacramento… Read More

Local Sacramento Touring Company Showcases Mecca of Food

Sacramento is always being highlighted for something, but did you know Restaurant News recently named Sacramento as the city whose "Restaurants Sizzle"? Sacramento has evolved into a vibrant dining Mecca. Time magazine has also named Sacramento the most diverse city in America, which is reflected in the many flavors found in restaurants throughout the region. Be adventurous and ready to be entertained as you join Local Roots Food Tours in one of their 3 culinary tours in downtown Sacramento. Taking time to explore the back streets by foot, taking your palate on a culinary journey is what Local Roots Food Tours is all about. Savoring, Learning, Exploring and Connecting its locals and tourist to Sacramento's cuisine, culture and history. Their tours are a great way to get acquainted with the local food scene, and a great activity for visitors, families, and co-workers alike. They harness the power of great food to unite people, no matter their race or creed. Spend three hours learning and tasting, and you’re sure to come away a bit more enlightened than you already were. Book some time for you or your group and take a well-rounded sample of some delicious foods, from iconic restaurants to the hidden gems — you’ll see what the buzz is about! Local Roots Food Tours offers four tours in Sacramento; each distinctly different. City of Trees Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour and our Origins of Sacramento Food and Cultural Walking Tour are offered 6 days a week, custom group tours can be arranged as well. Their newest food tour experience is offered Wednesday and Thursdays; Market to Plate Executive Chef Lunch Tour Click to learn more!

Food and History Walking Tours in Sacramento

Northern California is blessed with so many great restaurants and shops, it can be confusing to know where to start. Our tours are a great way to get acquainted with the local food scene, and a great activity for visitors, families, and co-workers alike. We harness the power of great food to unite people, no matter their race or creed. Spend three hours learning and tasting, and you’re sure to come away a bit more enlightened than you already were. Book some time for you or your group and take a well-rounded sample of some delicious foods, from iconic restaurants to the hidden gems — you’ll see what the buzz is about! Local Roots Food Tours offers three tours; each distinctly different. City of Trees Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour and our Origins of Sacramento Food and Cultural Walking Tour based in Sacramento, and venturing north of Sacramento; Gold Discovery Walking Food Tour of Nevada City takes place in the Sierra Nevada foothills, about 1 hour north of Sacramento. Soon to launch (April 6th, 2012) is our newest food tour; Murphys Food & Wine Tour in quaint historic town of Murphys in Calaveras County, about 1.5 hours south of Sacramento. Each tour offers a large variety of tastings while visiting an array of specialty food shops, artisans, and neighborhood restaurants. Enough food is served to consider it a meal. Click to learn more!

SacTown’s Foodie Pie and Tart Tour At Last!

You better get your piece of the pie! 5 Stops on a Pie and Tart Tour of Sacramento! by Bethany Woy January is National Pie Month! Who would have thought such a month would exist in our country!Follow me on our virtual Local Roots Food Tours Pie and Tart Adventure. A few "must stops" that serve some top notch slices of deliciousness that are on our food touring radar. Take a few minutes and see if any of these Sacramento dessert stops tickle your palate! Rick’s Dessert Diner 2232 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 (916) 444-0969 http://ricksdessertdiner.com/index.php Typically served in Southern kitchens during the holidays, a Buttermilk Pie is always at the top of my list. Yes, it sounds a little odd but just imagine the most rich and luscious custard and add a flaky, buttery crust… You’ve got yourself a Buttermilk Pie. The delicious crust is filled with a buttermilk egg custard and topped with some nutmeg and lemon zest. Dee. Lish. Us. Rick’s Dessert Diner has been Voted Best of Sacramento for Dessert every year since 1986 and features over 285 desserts on their menu! Click to read more

Culinary Tourism a Highlight in Sacramento

When you hear the term; "Culinary Tourism", do you automatically think about cooking classes or busloads of hungry individuals being taken from one winemaker to the next all in a days' time? Luckily, today we are talking about a much broader scope. You don't have to be wealthy or retired to enjoy culinary delights and highlights while traveling, or better yet, even in your own town. Click here to read more about culinary tourism in Sacramento

Local Roots Food Tours Offers Turkey Trot Savings!

It's that time of year! Turkeys are scrambling trying to get out of sight of the local farmers, temperatures are dropping and food tours are in full swing, showcasing some of the best cuisine the city has to offer. If you have ever wanted to go on a walking food tour but the price was holding you back - your time has come! Local Roots Food Tours has got all the trimmings for an excellent afternoon of foodie fun! Read on for Turkey Trot Deals