Linda was EXCELLENT. She is personable, friendly and knowledgeable. She went above and beyond on…read moreour tour. Her intro helped our group meld and interact throughout the tour. She is adept in historical knowledge and really knows all the best spots. I wish we started our trip with the food tour because she pointed out so many gems. We cannot thank you enough Linda!

We had a wonderful time with our host Linda! It's a great way to get a taste of history and great…read morefood! Highly recommended!

This food tour was absolutely fantastic and worth every penny! We visited six different restaurants…read morearound Providence and sampled an incredible variety of cuisines--every stop was delicious and offered something unique. It was the perfect mix of amazing food, local history, and exploring the city. Our guide, Michelle, made the experience unforgettable. She was sassy, hilarious, incredibly knowledgeable, and kept the whole group entertained from start to finish. Her passion for Providence really shined through. If you're visiting Providence (or even if you're a local looking to discover new favorites), I can't recommend this tour enough. Come hungry--you won't leave disappointed!

Michelle with the tattoos is a wonderful guide, a great storyteller with an engaging personality!…read moreHer love for Providence and its revitalization is obvious and contagious, and she is very knowledgeable about the many historic buildings! We loved the walk across the pedestrian bridge over the river, and the food was excellent at each stop. We had a wonderful afternoon on your down city tour, thanks to Michelle and your participating restaurants.

Come hungry. Come thirsting for knowledge. Leave with a full belly and an enhanced appreciation for…read moreNewport. As a former resident of Middletown, some of my local knowledge has faded over time. Sue easily restored my love and appreciation for this beautiful port city. She was kind enough to do this for just two of us. A private tour! l enjoyed everything that graced my palate and really respected her thorough knowledge of the history. It was incredibly fun and interesting. There is a lot of walking, especially on a hot day, so you truly do earn each of the different tastes on this tour. These are not just small samples; they are full-sized portions. My favorite was hands-down, our first stop at the reef for clam chowder. It was so velvety smooth and creamy. Just delicious. But following that was a superb chicken sandwich with a light breading; a generous Italian restaurant serving ravioli, a salad, and prosecco; and finally some coffee along with two pastries. Since we were just a party of two we were given the opportunity to try both the rose' and the traditional prosecco at the Italian restaurant (in the Irish neighborhood!) What a kind gesture! Between our gigantic bites, Sue gave us an overview of the city. We even stopped on the grounds of the Elms to learn a little bit more about the history there. We had toured the mansion the other day, but honestly all of the mansions started to blur together, so it was nice to be refreshed on the family that originally owned the Elms. This tour went quite fast, but we were never ever rushed. It just went fast because we were having fun. I told Sue that if I still lived there, I feel like we would be friends! She was so approachable and knowledgeable. Oh! And another cool thing that she pointed out was the IYRS campus, which is the only one of its kind anywhere. It is a trade school for the repair and design of yachts. It is so specialized and so incredibly interesting. I had no idea this was here. All sorts of interesting things about Newport that I never knew. What a great way to spend the day! Pro-tip: park somewhere in the middle of Thames street. It starts at one end, but ends at the other side. We had parked at the end close to where it started and I had to be rolled back to the car. Thank you, Sue for such a fabulous afternoon. I cannot say enough nice things about your business. Bravo for a spectacular food tour!

I always enjoying going on food tours because I get to try different places and the local guides…read moreprovide insights and history of the area. I participated in the Newport Foodies Stroll on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 11:30am - 2:30pm. The tour begins in front of the wave statue/sculpture at the intersection of America's Cup and Memorial Boulevard. There were some parking on Memorial Boulevard at on-street metered spaces but it is limited to a maximum of three hours, which didn't work with the tour. The nearest paid parking lot is located right next to Surf Club. It was $30 to park till 1am. This worked perfectly since we were spending the rest of our day in downtown Newport. At 11:15am, my group met our tour guide, Susan (Sue) Maxwell, and the other 6 people in our group. It was a group of 10 people total. After introducing ourselves, Sue informed us of the itinerary of the day and took our order for Wally's Wieners. We had the option of a Smash Burger or Wiener. Our first stop was the Sailing Museum & National Sailing Hall of Fame. Sue talked about the exterior of the building and what we could find inside. This was an opportunity for two people at a time to use the restroom. Then, we walked on Thames Street to Inpopnito for a sample of their Newport by the Sea popcorn, which is a mix of Newport Cheddar and Sea-sprayed Caramel popcorn. This was so good that I went back to the store after the tour to purchase a bag. After, we went to Virgin & Aged Gourmet Oils & Vinegars to try their Fig Balsamic Vinegar and Garlic Olive Oil. The Garlic Olive Oil is their most popular one. I really liked it and could imagine dipping bread into it. We came back to Virgin & Aged Gourmet Oils & Vinegars after the tour to purchase some oils and honey. Because of the tour, we get 10% off our purchases. Next, we walked to Wally's Wieners and we walked right upstairs and were seated right away. The restaurant was very busy with customers. Wally's Wieners is named after the owners golden doodle Wally and have been operating a successful hot dog cart since 2019. When demand for their hot dogs went up, they opened the storefront on Thames Street. I got to try the wiener with ketchup, mustard, relish, diced onions served on a butter grilled martin's potato roll. It was really good. After that, we walked to The Reef for Newport Clam Chowder with clams, potatoes, onions, cream, and dill. This is a mix of Rhode Island Clam Chowder ("clear") and New England Clam Chowder (includes milk or cream). Personally, I prefer a more creamy clam chowder but the Newport Clam Chowder had good taste. Sue shared the restaurant is all about celebrating international flavor as it is inspired by sailors who travel around the world. The owner is a lifelong sailor. Next restaurant stop was Vieste ... Simply Italian, an Italian restaurant that opened in 2019. Tim who works at the restaurant enlightened us about Tony Lorusso's family and Master Chef Pietro Scotti. The restaurant wasn't open for the day yet to the public, but our group were seated at the outside patio and the other Newport Foodies Stroll tour that started at 12:00pm with Tom joined us. Here we were served a mixed green salad, homemade ravioli stuffed w/ ricotta, and we had the option of Rosé Prosecco, house red, or pinot grigio to drink. I chose the Rosé Prosecco and it was a little dry for my taste. The mixed green salad and homemade ravioli stuffed w/ ricotta with focaccia was very good. You can definitely taste the freshness of the homemade pasta and ricotta. Last restaurant stop was Beaucoup cafe where we had the option for coffee, decaf coffee, or Hibiscus Iced Tea and a twisted knot pastry. I really enjoyed the Hibiscus Iced Tea and a twisted knot pastry. This was a really cute cafe and home decor store. The tour ended at O'Brien's Pub. Sue gave us a voucher for a drink which can be redeemed the same day or at a later time. We saved ours since we were stuffed. She also gave us a Newport Foodies Stroll business card and a list of the restaurants we visited today in the event we wanted to go back. You can tip her on Venmo or do cash. In between the restaurant stops, we would walk and Sue would talk about Newport's history, International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS), Fort Adams, Folk Vintage (a store owned by Sydney Gordon, a 'Bachelor' contestant), The Elms, and so much more. This really helped space out the food and I definitely got my steps in for the day. Each of the local restaurants we went to filled our glasses with water and Sue talked about their history and owners. Sue was friendly, sociable, and very knowledgeable. This tour was definitely worth $95 and I highly recommend taking the Newport Foodies Stroll with either one of the owners, Tom and Sue. They curated a tour of great restaurants and the restaurants will always be ready for the tour. Bring your appetite and comfortable shoes!

The Little Italy (North End) Tour was the best food tour I've experienced. Audrey was a dream, and…read moreit was delightful to see how integrated she is to the neighborhood and how much they love her! The pace was great for my mobility issues and each stop was fun and tasty! My husband and I had such a great time - the highlight of our trip to Boston! If you have time, be sure to take this tour with Boston Foodie Tours!

This was my second time doing a tour with Audrey! Look no further and book this tour!!! First time…read morewas for a girls trip and this time was with my husband. She is truly the BEST of the BEST. Each tour she has been absolutely incredible and every time I go to Boston I feel like I need a Boston Foodie Tour with Audrey! She takes you to the best spots and you learn so much about the North End that you would never know if you were exploring the area on your own! Another thing I love about her tour company is that it is not jam packed with so many people. You can truly have a good experience not being overcrowded. Thank you so much Audrey!! We love you and hope to visit again soon!!

This food and historical tour usually takes place on Saturdays during the warm season in…read moreProvidence's Federal Hill area. This year the tour will run until the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The focus of the tour is to learn about the mafia personalities of the 20th century in the Italian section of Providence (Federal Hill). Pat was our guide and she gave a great summary of the highlights related to Raymond Petrarca and his relationship with the crime lords in the country, not only New England but also along the East Coast, Midwest and West Coast. Another personality that was highlighted was Buddy Cianci, two times mayor of Providence and larger-than-life figure in Rhode Island history. The tour made a stop at five restaurants for a culinary taste of the Hill...highlighting homemade fresh pasta dishes, meatballs, pizza, eggplant appetizers, mortadella and cheese rolls and dessert. All delicious. The tour runs for about 3.5 hours and it costs $70 for the historical and gastronomical experience. Very nice for those into history, mafia and crime.

This was a fun afternoon out. Katherine was our tour guide. She was very knowledgeable and easy to…read moretalk with. The food was excellent!

If you're ever in Boston and want to experience the North End (aka Little Italy) through the…read moreperfect blend of history and cuisine--do yourself a favor and book this food tour! Paula is an incredible guide--an enthusiastic historian with a deep love for the North End, its rich stories, and its vibrant food scene. She brought the neighborhood to life with fascinating facts, local lore, and unforgettable bites from hidden gems we would've never found on our own. We were so lucky to be the only two people who kept our reservation despite the rain, and honestly? It made the experience even more magical. Paula customized the tour to our pace and preferences, and it felt like we were exploring with a friend who knows everything about the area. One unforgettable stop was Ristorante Saraceno, where we met Franco--the owner--who is an absolute joy to interact with. His warm hospitality, legendary food, and impeccable service made us feel right at home. Buon appetito, indeed! I've done food tours in several cities, but this was hands down the best one yet. From the cozy mom-and-pop spots to the authentic flavors and stories, it was a feast for all the senses. You can genuinely feel Paula's passion for this historic neighborhood and its people. Don't miss it!

We spent our morning with Paula and had an amazing time. If you want to do a food tour, you SHOULD…read moreWANT to do a food tour, pick Paula's. She feeds you tons of good Italian food and desserts. She's a great historian and spent a good time just showing her love for the north end. We will definitely go with her again. She's amazing.

We schedule a food tour in every new city we experience to taste local flavors and learn the…read morehistory of that city. Bites of Boston delivered on both fronts. Katie was an excellent guide and provided visual aids (laminated maps of the city and more), great historical knowledge, and had a warm personality. She explained the history of the food we were having as well as other not-so-well-known-facts of Boston. We learned more from her in three hours than we did from another tour we took while visiting. Here is what we ate on our tour: Baked beans and brown bread, clam chowder, a lobster roll, and Boston cream pie. All of the places we experienced these foods had a unique history of their own. Our favorite was the clam chowder. The lobster roll was stuffed with lobster and came with fries. The beans were heavy on molasses, and the Boston cream pie was okay...not what we thought it was going to be. But it sure was pretty! We highly recommend this tour if you visit Boston. Ask for Katie as your guide!

Did the South End tour with my niece yesterday and we both loved it. Amazing food and a…read moreknowledgeable guide made for a lovely afternoon. We left full and delighted!

My son purchased a gift certificate for the tour for my wife and me. I was unable to reach them to…read moreschedule the tour. I found the owners names and phone numbers on-line. Lauren returned my call and stated they were no longer doing the tours. She stated she would refund the $96. She didn't and isn't returning my calls. I have filed a complaint with the Massachusetts Attorney General's office and the BBB.

What a wonderful way to learn American history while tasting some wonderful food along the way!We…read moremet our delightful guide Deb at Wood's Seafood and were given the choice of lobster bisque, fish chowder or clam chowder, while we learned about the restaurant and its surroundings. Yummy! We walked to our next stop, The Tavern on the Wharf, where we were treated to grilled salmon over risotto with spinach and asparagus which was perfectly prepared. Our guide provided us with enlightening stories and pictures of various points of interest along the way. Our next stop was the Vela Juice Bar. As soon as we walked through the door, we immediately felt healthier by the aroma! And we sampled Buzzard's Brew! We then moved on to the Speedwell Tavern and learned the story of the ship that tried to accompany the Mayflower to America while sampling chicken wings. Next stop was the Craft Beer Cellar for a little beer tasting. More history with a visit to Plymouth Rock and The Mayflower Society and their beautiful garden. When we received fudge from the Plimouth Plantation, we were stuffed! So we bid Deb a thankful goodbye and took the dessert in a to-go bag! A perfect way to spend three hours!

Captain Jo was great this past weekend with our bachelorette party! He is highly experienced and…read morefriendly. Took many pictures for us and had waters and nice comfy furniture! We had so much fun.

Captain JoJo couldn't have provided better service for our sunset cruise. He worked hard to ensure…read morethe cruise fit exactly what we were looking for. We could play our own music, drink our own drinks and eat our own food all while he educated us in the ways of the water and the history of MV. Would recommend for any type of event/party. Jumping into the water in Lake Tashmoo was my highlight!