Born in Cajun country and seasoned by years teaching abroad, Naif and his wife Sandy welcome you to New Orleans the way locals greet old friends—through food, stories, and a dash of joie de vivre. Their New Orleans Culinary Histor...
Born in Cajun country and seasoned by years teaching abroad, Naif and his wife Sandy welcome you to New Orleans the way locals greet old friends—through food, stories, and a dash of joie de vivre. Their New Orleans Culinary Histor...
This food tour absolutely delivers on its promise, earning consistently glowing reviews from visitors exploring New Orleans cuisine. Naif stands out as the star guide, with countless guests praising his engaging storytelling, deep knowledge of local history, and ability to bring the city's culture to life through personal anecdotes and humor. The food itself gets rave reviews across the board, with stops featuring authentic dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, muffuletta, crawfish étouffée, and pralines. Come hungry because portions are generous enough to fill you up completely by the end. The tour accommodates dietary restrictions exceptionally well, with the team (including Sandy in the office) making sure everyone's needs are handled smoothly. Guests consistently mention learning as much about New Orleans history and culture as they do about the food, making this more than just a tasting experience. It's clearly become a highlight for many visitors, with some calling it the best part of their entire trip.
We loved the Historic Food tour. Roni was a great guide, very personable and knowledgeable about the origins of the food we sampled. We left well fed and a little more informed about NOLA. I would highly recommend it! ~David
David Doan
April 4, 2026
We loved the Historic Food tour. Roni was a great guide, very personable and knowledgeable about the origins of the food we sampled. We left well fed and a little more informed about NOLA. I would highly recommend it! ~David
David Doan
April 4, 2026