Taste of Canada: Niagara-on-the-Lake Food Tour
About this activity
Taste your way through this charming town with six classic Canadian treats, including a maple syrup experience and local ice wine tasting.
Highlights
- Enjoy 6 food and drink tastings at 6 small businesses (enough food for a full meal).
- Begin your adventure with a maple syrup tasting at a local shop—and hear the unbelievable story of Canada’s most famous syrup heist.
- Taste all the bites you can't leave Canada without trying, from butter tarts to poutine and so much more.
- Discover the Niagara region’s sweet signature drink with a guided tasting at a local storefront.
- Stroll through the beautiful streets of Niagara-on-the-Lake as your expert guide leads you to handpicked stops and shares insider stories tailored to your group.
Full description
Dive into the heart of Canadian food culture in Niagara-on-the-Lake on a small-group walking tour designed for food lovers. Stroll through the charming streets as your expert guide leads you to six curated stops, where you’ll enjoy tastings of Canada’s most iconic dishes. From a maple syrup tasting to buttery tarts, savory poutine, and sweet ice wine, your guide will walk you through each delicious moment, tailoring stories and recommendations to your group. It’s the perfect way to fully round out your Canadian culinary adventure!
Start your Niagara food tour with a maple syrup tasting. Sample a range of syrups and enjoy a special maple treat while discovering the stories behind this quintessential Canadian product—including the infamous maple syrup heist that stunned the world.
Next, you're off to savor a bite of history at a 100-year-old bakery. Taste a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth tart that’s been a Canadian staple for generations, and learn how this humble dessert became one of the country’s most beloved treats.
Cheese lovers, rejoice! Stop at a local charcuterie venue to enjoy a board of perfectly paired Canadian cheeses, fresh fruits, and artisanal crackers. Your guide will share how the region’s dairy traditions influence these flavors.
From there, it's time to tuck into a hearty serving of poutine, Canada’s ultimate comfort food. Crunchy fries, squeaky cheese curds, and rich gravy come together in this flavorful dish.
Time for a drink! Sample ice wine—a regional sweet specialty—at a local storefront, hear how it’s made, and discover why it’s a symbol of the region’s winemaking expertise.
End on a high note with handmade fudge. Stroll into a cozy fudge shop where the scents of caramel and chocolate fill the air; watch the artisans in action and savor a freshly made piece to wrap up your food adventure.
Included / Excluded
- 6 tastings (enough for a full meal)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
Cancellation policy
Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.