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Join Craft’D for a three-hour culinary adventure through the city’s historic streets. Discover iconic dishes, local foraged tonics, and sustainable spirits—all infused with the area's rich history and vibrant community spirit.
Join Craft’D for a three-hour culinary adventure through the city’s historic streets. Discover iconic dishes, local foraged tonics, and sustainable spirits—all infused with the area's rich history and vibrant community spirit.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by The Big Foody Food Tours · Dunedin, Otago
easy.
3 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; includes moderate walking and standing
Yes, guides can accommodate various dietary preferences if informed in advance.
Tastings include local spirits like artisanal gin, but additional beverages are available for purchase.
Yes, children are welcome; the tour is family-friendly but involves a fair amount of walking.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather, as most of the tour occurs outdoors.
Approximately 6-8, each offering a different local specialty.
Yes, though seasonal menu changes and weather conditions may affect the experience.
The city’s historic center has been a trading hub since the 17th century, shaping its vibrant culinary scene.
The tour promotes local sustainable food practices, supporting small producers and environmentally responsible sourcing.
The Big Foody Food Tours is based in Waimauku, Auckland, and operates curated culinary experiences across Auckland and Wellington. The company designs small-group tours and full-day experiences that connect visitors with local producers, vineyards, markets, artisan cafes and historic foodmakers. Each itinerary focuses on tasting authentic regional flavors — from boutique coffee and artisan cheeses to fresh seafood, award-winning chocolate, sustainable gin and classic Kiwi BBQ. Tours include urban food safaris, a High Tea at Vineyard Cottages, three-hour historic centre walks and a full-day winery and BBQ experience in the Kumeu wine region. Guides introduce guests to passionate chefs, market vendors and producers while providing context on local food history and sustainable sourcing. Several experiences feature tastings at family-run businesses and opportunities to learn about foraged tonics and small-batch producers. The Big Foody Food Tours emphasises responsible touring with attention to small-group dynamics and local relationships that support independent makers. Booking information, detailed itineraries and meeting locations are provided for each trip to help guests plan their visit. The operator serves both visitors to Auckland and locals seeking deeper culinary discovery, with departures from Waimauku and other central meeting points as listed per tour. For travelers seeking a structured, taste-led way to explore Auckland's food scene or to enjoy a relaxed High Tea in Kumeu wine country, The Big Foody Food Tours offers a range of experiences designed to showcase regional produce, hospitality and food culture. Information on accessibility and dietary requirements is available for each tour.
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