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San Francisco

Giant Redwoods Tour Including a 5-Course Winery Lunch offers a unique blend of natural beauty and culinary excellence in Sonoma. This experience takes guests to Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, home to towering trees far from the crowded Muir Woods. Guests will explore the Kendall-Jackson winery and culinary garden. The farm-to-table culinary movement comes alive in this garden, which supplies vegetables to California's top restaurants. The tour ends with a five-course lunch prepared by Kendall-Jackson's chefs, paired with the winery's best wines. The menu changes with the seasons, featuring the freshest ingredients from the garden. This tour includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown and Fisherman's Wharf hotels. Gratuities are not included. The tour offers a walk through the awe-inspiring redwoods at Armstrong Woods and a tour of the Kendall-Jackson Culinary Garden.

Giant Redwoods Tour Including a 5-Course Winery Lunch offers a unique blend of natural beauty and culinary excellence in Sonoma. This experience takes guests to Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve, home to towering trees far from the crowded Muir Woods. Guests will explore the Kendall-Jackson winery and culinary garden. The farm-to-table culinary movement comes alive in this garden, which supplies vegetables to California's top restaurants. The tour ends with a five-course lunch prepared by Kendall-Jackson's chefs, paired with the winery's best wines. The menu changes with the seasons, featuring the freshest ingredients from the garden. This tour includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown and Fisherman's Wharf hotels. Gratuities are not included. The tour offers a walk through the awe-inspiring redwoods at Armstrong Woods and a tour of the Kendall-Jackson Culinary Garden.

Oakland

Guided Wine Tasting at Berkeley Wineries offers an exclusive glimpse into urban winemaking. Explore carefully selected artisan wines with a local sommelier. Support small businesses while enjoying unique Northern California flavors. This experience champions fine wine and artisanal producers, and remember to savor each unique blend.

Guided Wine Tasting at Berkeley Wineries offers an exclusive glimpse into urban winemaking. Explore carefully selected artisan wines with a local sommelier. Support small businesses while enjoying unique Northern California flavors. This experience champions fine wine and artisanal producers, and remember to savor each unique blend.

San Francisco

SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour is a delicious walking adventure into San Francisco's vibrant Chinatown. This 3-hour tour is perfect for food lovers and anyone wanting to learn about Chinese culture and history. Discover hidden alleyways and taste your way through this historic neighborhood. Visitors will experience the sights, smells, and tastes of Chinatown. The tour makes stops at places like a dim sum restaurant to experience an authentic delicious lunch and the fortune cookie factory, where you can see how these iconic treats are made. It also includes a visit to a heritage bakery for a time-honored pastry. Guests can also explore Chinatown's hidden alleyways and get to experience a Cantonese picnic/restaurant. Also you will be able to step inside a historic church that withstood the 1906 earthquake and reflect at a nostalgic tea shop. This tour includes a local guide, a full lunch, snacks, afternoon tea, and all activities and food tastings. Drinks are not included. It's a great way to immerse in the community and energetic pulse of the nation's most historic Chinatown.

SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour is a delicious walking adventure into San Francisco's vibrant Chinatown. This 3-hour tour is perfect for food lovers and anyone wanting to learn about Chinese culture and history. Discover hidden alleyways and taste your way through this historic neighborhood. Visitors will experience the sights, smells, and tastes of Chinatown. The tour makes stops at places like a dim sum restaurant to experience an authentic delicious lunch and the fortune cookie factory, where you can see how these iconic treats are made. It also includes a visit to a heritage bakery for a time-honored pastry. Guests can also explore Chinatown's hidden alleyways and get to experience a Cantonese picnic/restaurant. Also you will be able to step inside a historic church that withstood the 1906 earthquake and reflect at a nostalgic tea shop. This tour includes a local guide, a full lunch, snacks, afternoon tea, and all activities and food tastings. Drinks are not included. It's a great way to immerse in the community and energetic pulse of the nation's most historic Chinatown.

San Francisco

Fisherman’s Wharf Food Tour: Explore San Francisco's maritime history and culinary delights. This walking tour blends iconic sights, tastes of sourdough, Ghirardelli chocolate, and fresh seafood. Discover hidden gems, meet sea lions, and view Alcatraz. Perfect for foodies and history buffs seeking a tasty adventure.

Fisherman’s Wharf Food Tour: Explore San Francisco's maritime history and culinary delights. This walking tour blends iconic sights, tastes of sourdough, Ghirardelli chocolate, and fresh seafood. Discover hidden gems, meet sea lions, and view Alcatraz. Perfect for foodies and history buffs seeking a tasty adventure.

Napa & Sonoma

Wine Pairing Fundamentals with Napa Sommelière: Elevate your palate with expert guidance. Learn the art of food and wine pairing in an approachable Napa setting. Discover the secrets behind perfect matches with a trained sommelier, enhancing your culinary enjoyment. A unique, educational, and delicious experience awaits.

Wine Pairing Fundamentals with Napa Sommelière: Elevate your palate with expert guidance. Learn the art of food and wine pairing in an approachable Napa setting. Discover the secrets behind perfect matches with a trained sommelier, enhancing your culinary enjoyment. A unique, educational, and delicious experience awaits.

Santa Cruz

Tea By The Sea offers a serene escape in Santa Cruz, Belize. Enjoy soothing waves and ocean views with tea, blankets, and snacks. Embrace relaxation and mindfulness in this peaceful setting. Ideal for a tranquil, memorable moment, no special skills required. Bottled water, pillows and speaker box included.

Tea By The Sea offers a serene escape in Santa Cruz, Belize. Enjoy soothing waves and ocean views with tea, blankets, and snacks. Embrace relaxation and mindfulness in this peaceful setting. Ideal for a tranquil, memorable moment, no special skills required. Bottled water, pillows and speaker box included.

Santa Rosa

Hidden Gems Adventure in West Sonoma County offers an intimate exploration of Sonoma's best-kept secrets. With a local expert, journey through scenic backroads and private groves, tasting artisanal flavors. Enjoy personalized experiences away from typical tourist spots. Discover unforgettable natural beauty on this unique tour.

Hidden Gems Adventure in West Sonoma County offers an intimate exploration of Sonoma's best-kept secrets. With a local expert, journey through scenic backroads and private groves, tasting artisanal flavors. Enjoy personalized experiences away from typical tourist spots. Discover unforgettable natural beauty on this unique tour.

San Francisco

San Francisco History, Cocktail/Mocktail, Walking Guided Tour. This walking tour mixes tasty drinks with San Francisco's rich history. What to Expect: Explore the city for 2.5 hours, visiting three unique cocktail bars and mocktail spots. Guests will hear stories from bartenders and learn about the city's past with a local host. The tour stops at famous landmarks like the Transamerica Pyramid and the Cable Cars. This experience is perfect for anyone who loves drinks, history, or exploring new places. This tour includes snacks, drinks, and a local guide. It does not include optional tips for the guide. The group size is limited to 6 people for a more personal experience. The walk is easy, covering about a mile without any big hills. The meeting point is in San Francisco, and the tour includes stops at Cocktail Gem #1, the San Francisco Cable Cars, Cocktail Gem #2, and a cocktail bar in Union Square.

San Francisco History, Cocktail/Mocktail, Walking Guided Tour. This walking tour mixes tasty drinks with San Francisco's rich history. What to Expect: Explore the city for 2.5 hours, visiting three unique cocktail bars and mocktail spots. Guests will hear stories from bartenders and learn about the city's past with a local host. The tour stops at famous landmarks like the Transamerica Pyramid and the Cable Cars. This experience is perfect for anyone who loves drinks, history, or exploring new places. This tour includes snacks, drinks, and a local guide. It does not include optional tips for the guide. The group size is limited to 6 people for a more personal experience. The walk is easy, covering about a mile without any big hills. The meeting point is in San Francisco, and the tour includes stops at Cocktail Gem #1, the San Francisco Cable Cars, Cocktail Gem #2, and a cocktail bar in Union Square.

Santa Cruz

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour is a must-do for anyone looking to experience the best of this charming seaside town. This fun, three-hour walking tour takes you to at least seven different venues in Capitola Village, where you'll sample delicious food and drinks, learn about the area's history, and meet fellow food lovers. It's perfect for locals, visitors, bachelorette parties, corporate mixers, birthday celebrations, anniversaries, or anyone wanting a fun evening out. Explore the hidden gems and interesting stories of Capitola as you eat your way through this picturesque beach town. Your local guide will lead you to a variety of restaurants and eateries, where you'll enjoy a 6+ course meal that showcases the best of Capitola's culinary scene. Sample local favorites, discover new flavors, and vote for your favorite dish of the night! This family-style foodie tour is suitable for all ages and offers a unique way to experience Capitola's culture and cuisine. The lineup of vendors changes, ensuring a fresh and exciting experience each time. By the end of the tour, you'll have enjoyed a full meal and gained a deeper appreciation for this beautiful seaside village. Private tours are also available for corporate events and special occasions. T.G.I.F. Thank Goodness It’s Friday! This is MUST DO tour!

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour is a must-do for anyone looking to experience the best of this charming seaside town. This fun, three-hour walking tour takes you to at least seven different venues in Capitola Village, where you'll sample delicious food and drinks, learn about the area's history, and meet fellow food lovers. It's perfect for locals, visitors, bachelorette parties, corporate mixers, birthday celebrations, anniversaries, or anyone wanting a fun evening out. Explore the hidden gems and interesting stories of Capitola as you eat your way through this picturesque beach town. Your local guide will lead you to a variety of restaurants and eateries, where you'll enjoy a 6+ course meal that showcases the best of Capitola's culinary scene. Sample local favorites, discover new flavors, and vote for your favorite dish of the night! This family-style foodie tour is suitable for all ages and offers a unique way to experience Capitola's culture and cuisine. The lineup of vendors changes, ensuring a fresh and exciting experience each time. By the end of the tour, you'll have enjoyed a full meal and gained a deeper appreciation for this beautiful seaside village. Private tours are also available for corporate events and special occasions. T.G.I.F. Thank Goodness It’s Friday! This is MUST DO tour!

Sacramento

The Midtown Sacramento Walking Food Tour explores Sacramento's Farm-to-Fork Capital status. Enjoy diverse bites from Banh Mi tacos to gumbo, plus sweet treats. Discover local street art and murals while gaining insider knowledge from expert guides. An elevated culinary experience perfect for an afternoon outing.

The Midtown Sacramento Walking Food Tour explores Sacramento's Farm-to-Fork Capital status. Enjoy diverse bites from Banh Mi tacos to gumbo, plus sweet treats. Discover local street art and murals while gaining insider knowledge from expert guides. An elevated culinary experience perfect for an afternoon outing.

Sausalito

Experience 'Wine and Dine on a Century Old Sausalito Yacht,' offering bespoke dining experiences on a classic yacht. Perfect for romantic dinners, brunches, or wellness retreats. Enjoy stunning views and elegant teak interiors. Customize your menu with local chefs or bring your own. A unique venue for memorable moments.

Experience 'Wine and Dine on a Century Old Sausalito Yacht,' offering bespoke dining experiences on a classic yacht. Perfect for romantic dinners, brunches, or wellness retreats. Enjoy stunning views and elegant teak interiors. Customize your menu with local chefs or bring your own. A unique venue for memorable moments.

Monterey & Carmel

Enjoy a private beach bonfire in Carmel-by-the-Sea, complete with gourmet s'mores. Perfect for couples or small groups. The experience offers relaxation and connection amidst the stunning coastal scenery. Remember to bring layers for warmth! Experience is suitable for all skill levels.

Enjoy a private beach bonfire in Carmel-by-the-Sea, complete with gourmet s'mores. Perfect for couples or small groups. The experience offers relaxation and connection amidst the stunning coastal scenery. Remember to bring layers for warmth! Experience is suitable for all skill levels.

San Francisco

Picnic Packages offer a stress-free outdoor dining experience in Redwood City. Enjoy a fully stocked basket with a grazing board, lawn games, and refreshments. Customize your picnic with various food and beverage choices, all while supporting sustainability with eco-friendly materials. Simply pick up and drop off for a perfect picnic day.

Picnic Packages offer a stress-free outdoor dining experience in Redwood City. Enjoy a fully stocked basket with a grazing board, lawn games, and refreshments. Customize your picnic with various food and beverage choices, all while supporting sustainability with eco-friendly materials. Simply pick up and drop off for a perfect picnic day.

Monterey & Carmel

Enjoy a luxurious picnic on Carmel Beach, perfect for date nights, birthdays, or engagements. The booking includes a foldable picnic table, blankets, cushions, an umbrella, and a beautiful tablescape with everything needed for a memorable experience. Easy setup with step-by-step instructions, creating a hassle-free and picturesque outing.

Enjoy a luxurious picnic on Carmel Beach, perfect for date nights, birthdays, or engagements. The booking includes a foldable picnic table, blankets, cushions, an umbrella, and a beautiful tablescape with everything needed for a memorable experience. Easy setup with step-by-step instructions, creating a hassle-free and picturesque outing.

San Francisco

The 8-Hour Napa and Sonoma Valley Tour offers a personalized wine country escape. Travel in a private vehicle with a curated itinerary, exploring Northern California's premier wine region. Enjoy bottled water, snacks and alcoholic beverages. Perfect for small groups seeking an unforgettable, intimate wine tasting experience. Wine tasting fees are now included.

The 8-Hour Napa and Sonoma Valley Tour offers a personalized wine country escape. Travel in a private vehicle with a curated itinerary, exploring Northern California's premier wine region. Enjoy bottled water, snacks and alcoholic beverages. Perfect for small groups seeking an unforgettable, intimate wine tasting experience. Wine tasting fees are now included.

San Francisco

Fresh Stuffed Pasta: Tortelloni with Spinach and Ricotta class teaches you to create classic stuffed pasta with Chef Daniel in Mission Bay. This hands-on experience caters to all skill levels, offering high-quality ingredients and a picturesque setting. Enjoy a fun, informative journey into fresh pasta making, and take home a new culinary skill. Perfect for foodies!

Fresh Stuffed Pasta: Tortelloni with Spinach and Ricotta class teaches you to create classic stuffed pasta with Chef Daniel in Mission Bay. This hands-on experience caters to all skill levels, offering high-quality ingredients and a picturesque setting. Enjoy a fun, informative journey into fresh pasta making, and take home a new culinary skill. Perfect for foodies!

Sacramento

2 Hour Pasta Making Class With Local Chef in Sacramento: Learn the secrets to delicious, handmade pasta in Sacramento! This isn't just a cooking class; it's a journey into Italian culinary traditions with a modern twist. Perfect for food lovers of all skill levels, this hands-on experience lets participants create their own pappardelle and ravioli from scratch, guided by Chef Maggie. During the 2-hour class, budding chefs will master the art of kneading, rolling, and shaping pasta dough. They’ll learn to craft perfect pappardelle noodles and expertly stuff ravioli with a vibrant, herb-infused ricotta and tofu blend. Plus, participants will whip up a flavorful aglio e olio sauce using fresh, plant-based ingredients. Chef Maggie provides all the equipment and ingredients needed for this memorable dining experience. At the end, sit down and savor the fruits of labor with newfound pasta-making skills. Drinks are available for purchase separately at the venue's bar.

2 Hour Pasta Making Class With Local Chef in Sacramento: Learn the secrets to delicious, handmade pasta in Sacramento! This isn't just a cooking class; it's a journey into Italian culinary traditions with a modern twist. Perfect for food lovers of all skill levels, this hands-on experience lets participants create their own pappardelle and ravioli from scratch, guided by Chef Maggie. During the 2-hour class, budding chefs will master the art of kneading, rolling, and shaping pasta dough. They’ll learn to craft perfect pappardelle noodles and expertly stuff ravioli with a vibrant, herb-infused ricotta and tofu blend. Plus, participants will whip up a flavorful aglio e olio sauce using fresh, plant-based ingredients. Chef Maggie provides all the equipment and ingredients needed for this memorable dining experience. At the end, sit down and savor the fruits of labor with newfound pasta-making skills. Drinks are available for purchase separately at the venue's bar.

Napa & Sonoma

Private, Customized Napa Valley Wine Tasting Tour offers a bespoke experience for up to 10 passengers. Design your itinerary, selecting wineries and setting the pace. Enjoy door-to-door service in Napa and Sonoma, creating a memorable, personalized wine adventure. Perfect for special occasions!

Private, Customized Napa Valley Wine Tasting Tour offers a bespoke experience for up to 10 passengers. Design your itinerary, selecting wineries and setting the pace. Enjoy door-to-door service in Napa and Sonoma, creating a memorable, personalized wine adventure. Perfect for special occasions!

San Jose

Indian Inspired Cooking Class in Pleasanton offers a unique culinary adventure just outside San Francisco. At Smruti's home, guests dive into a private, hands-on cooking class, where the vibrant spices of India meet fresh California ingredients. It's more than just a cooking class; it's an immersive experience designed for food lovers seeking an authentic taste of Indian cuisine with a local touch. The experience begins with a warm welcome drink and a tasty snack, setting the stage for a delightful culinary exploration. Participants will learn to prepare three seasonal dishes, mastering the art of blending marinades, layering spices, and garnishing like a pro. After the cooking session, everyone enjoys their creations paired with a glass of local Californian wine. The menu can be customized to accommodate various dietary needs, including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free options. Those seeking a more traditional South Indian menu can also request a customized experience. On Saturdays, guests have the option to join Smruti for a market tour at the nearby Pleasanton Farmers Market. This tour offers a chance to explore local produce, sample cheeses, and hand-pick the freshest ingredients that will inspire the meal. Smruti’s expertise and warm hospitality have earned her rave reviews on Viator, where travelers praise her engaging teaching style and delicious food. Please note that Smruti has a small dog, who can be kept in another room during the visit to accommodate any concerns.

Indian Inspired Cooking Class in Pleasanton offers a unique culinary adventure just outside San Francisco. At Smruti's home, guests dive into a private, hands-on cooking class, where the vibrant spices of India meet fresh California ingredients. It's more than just a cooking class; it's an immersive experience designed for food lovers seeking an authentic taste of Indian cuisine with a local touch. The experience begins with a warm welcome drink and a tasty snack, setting the stage for a delightful culinary exploration. Participants will learn to prepare three seasonal dishes, mastering the art of blending marinades, layering spices, and garnishing like a pro. After the cooking session, everyone enjoys their creations paired with a glass of local Californian wine. The menu can be customized to accommodate various dietary needs, including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free options. Those seeking a more traditional South Indian menu can also request a customized experience. On Saturdays, guests have the option to join Smruti for a market tour at the nearby Pleasanton Farmers Market. This tour offers a chance to explore local produce, sample cheeses, and hand-pick the freshest ingredients that will inspire the meal. Smruti’s expertise and warm hospitality have earned her rave reviews on Viator, where travelers praise her engaging teaching style and delicious food. Please note that Smruti has a small dog, who can be kept in another room during the visit to accommodate any concerns.