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Join Craft’D for a three-hour culinary adventure through the city’s historic streets. Discover iconic dishes, local foraged tonics, and sustainable spirits—all infused with the area's rich history and vibrant community spirit.
Join Craft’D for a three-hour culinary adventure through the city’s historic streets. Discover iconic dishes, local foraged tonics, and sustainable spirits—all infused with the area's rich history and vibrant community spirit.
Book with The Big Foody Food Tours
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Operated by The Big Foody Food Tours · Dunedin, Otago
Nestled in the vibrant heart of the city, Craft’D offers a unique taste of local culture through its three-hour culinary food tours. This experience is an ideal outing for food lovers and curious travelers alike seeking an authentic bite of the city’s rich heritage and inventive gastronomy. As you walk through busy streets and quaint alleys, guides lead you to meet passionate local vendors reimagining small-batch foods. The tour highlights iconic favorites like crisp fish & chips crafted with a twist, decadent award-winning chocolates, and the city's celebrated pies, each with its own story. Notably, you'll encounter markets showcasing foraged tonics made from wild herbs and native plants, along with sustainably produced gin reflecting the area's emphasis on eco-consciousness. What makes Craft’D particularly special is its commitment to community-driven food traditions and sustainability, inspiring visitors to appreciate local ingredients and practices. The city’s historic center—rich with centuries-old architecture and signs of its diverse past—serves as a captivating backdrop, connecting past and present through taste. This tasting journey combines history, flavor, and community, and is perfect for those eager to embrace the local vibe in an active, engaging way. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply curious to learn more about regional flavors, Craft’D’s food tours deliver a memorable, delicious window into the city’s soul. Don’t miss the chance to uncover secret culinary stories, meet lively vendors, and leave with a newfound respect for the area’s inventive food scene. The tour stands out as a highlight of any visit, blending history, sustainable practices, and flavorful adventure all in one compelling route.
Yes, guides can accommodate various dietary preferences if informed in advance.
Tastings include local spirits like artisanal gin, but additional beverages are available for purchase.
Yes, children are welcome; the tour is family-friendly but involves a fair amount of walking.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as most of the tour occurs outdoors.
Approximately 6-8, each offering a different local specialty.
Yes, though seasonal menu changes and weather conditions may affect the experience.
The Big Foody Food Tours is based in Waimauku, Auckland, and operates curated culinary experiences across Auckland and Wellington. The company designs small-group tours and full-day experiences that connect visitors with local producers, vineyards, markets, artisan cafes and historic foodmakers. Each itinerary focuses on tasting authentic regional flavors — from boutique coffee and artisan cheeses to fresh seafood, award-winning chocolate, sustainable gin and classic Kiwi BBQ. Tours include urban food safaris, a High Tea at Vineyard Cottages, three-hour historic centre walks and a full-day winery and BBQ experience in the Kumeu wine region. Guides introduce guests to passionate chefs, market vendors and producers while providing context on local food history and sustainable sourcing. Several experiences feature tastings at family-run businesses and opportunities to learn about foraged tonics and small-batch producers. The Big Foody Food Tours emphasises responsible touring with attention to small-group dynamics and local relationships that support independent makers. Booking information, detailed itineraries and meeting locations are provided for each trip to help guests plan their visit. The operator serves both visitors to Auckland and locals seeking deeper culinary discovery, with departures from Waimauku and other central meeting points as listed per tour. For travelers seeking a structured, taste-led way to explore Auckland's food scene or to enjoy a relaxed High Tea in Kumeu wine country, The Big Foody Food Tours offers a range of experiences designed to showcase regional produce, hospitality and food culture. Information on accessibility and dietary requirements is available for each tour.
Book with The Big Foody Food Tours