Our food tours of Atlanta combine history, delicious food, and street art. It mashes together a great meal with sightseeing and history. This cooking class and market tour is a completely unique experience!

Do you offer vegetarian options?

Yes, we can accommodate vegetarian guests for the Curb Market Tour + Biscuit Class. Simply note your food restriction in the booking notes.

Do you offer gluten-free options?

We can accommodate food restrictions and allergies on this tour and class as long as we know about them in advance.

Can my children participate in this tour and class?

Yes! Children love this fun experience, which gives them a true taste of Southern cooking. We generally recommend that children be at least 5 years old in order to fully participate in the Atlanta cooking class.

Is the cooking class messy?

Not at all! There's a bit of flour and butter to handle, but most guests find that no flour ends up on their clothing, and it's easy to brush off. If you are concerned, we have aprons available for guests.

How long is the walk? Are there places to rest if I get tired?

0.2 miles, almost all indoors! You will be standing for at least an hour during the cooking class, but there are stools for resting if needed.

5.0(437 reviews)

Historic Market Food Tour + Hands-on Biscuit Class

From$69

2 hours

Commentary: Guide · en

Atlanta, USA

About this activity

In just two hours, you'll try 8 delicious tastings from 4 food vendors in Atlanta’s oldest market and become Southern cooks with a hands-on Atlanta cooking class making classic Southern biscuits.

Highlights

History of Georgia produce including pecans, and collards.
History of bread and the impact on civilization.
Hands-on mini cooking class
Friendly and personable guide exuding Southern hospitality
Small group experience

Full description

A 2-hour guided food tour of Atlanta’s century-old Sweet Auburn Curb Market (also called the Municipal Market), entirely indoors, so it’s a good choice for rainy or hot days. Taste seven dishes from four vendors while your local guide shares the market’s history, then make buttermilk biscuits in a hands-on mini class. The tastings add up to a nice lunch and you will enjoy discovering this fun local market. Small groups of up to 12. Wheelchair accessible. We accommodate all dietary restrictions and allergies with advance notice. $75 per person.

Included / Excluded

8 tastings from 4 food vendors
A hands-on mini Southern biscuit class
Guided tour of the Municipal Market
Take-home recipe card
Water

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Parking cost

Meeting point

Start Location

209 Edgewood Avenue Southeast, The Municipal Market, Atlanta

Municipal Market of Atlanta, Edgewood Avenue Southeast, Atlanta, GA, USA

This is the Municipal Market, also known as the Sweet Auburn Curb Market.

Important information

Know before you book

Parking costs are not included in ticket price.
Please contact the Municipal Market directly for the most up-to-date parking cost information.
This tour has a maximum of 12 guests.
Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available with advance notice

Know before you go

Please communicate about dietary restrictions in advance
The tour is held completely indoors
This is enough for a hearty lunch, come with an appetite!

Food & drinks

Food: Jikssa Ethiopian: Gomen and injera bread Metro Deli Soul Food: Hoecakes, collards, yams Panbury's: Steak and Stout meat pie Cooking class: Buttermilk biscuit and Emily G's peach marmalade Miss D's: Pecan praline

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

5.0(437 reviews)

Nicole Ruston

Oct 2026

5.0

Mila was great! What a fun tour!

Rachel Craig

Oct 2026

5.0

We had a blast learning about Atlanta history and the history of food. Jessica was an excellent guide and took really good care of us.

Chef Cabrera

Oct 2026

5.0

A Wonderful Southern Cooking Experience! I had a fantastic time taking the Southern Biscuits, Pimiento Cheese, and Sweet Tea cooking class with Chef Zoe at Unexpected Atlanta! Chef Zoe was knowledgeable, engaging, and absolutely delightful. She shared fascinating history and insights about Southern food and hospitality while making the class fun, interactive, and entertaining. Her sense of humor and passion for what she does made the entire experience enjoyable, and I walked away having learned something new while appreciating the rich culinary traditions of the South. If you’re looking for a cooking class that’s educational, hands-on, and filled with personality, I highly recommend this experience. Chef Zoe did an excellent job, and I would absolutely take another one of her classes! Thank you, Chef Zoe and Unexpected Atlanta, for such a memorable experience!

Frequently asked questions

FAQs

Additional information

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Walking is involved, but is limited to the market and immediate surrounding area. Please wear comfortable shoes. Operates in all weather conditions, rain or shine; please dress appropriately. Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.