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Taste Knoxville’s Flavors with Knoxville Food Tours
Discover Knoxville’s history and cuisine on a guided walking tour led by local expert Paula Johnson. Savor signature Southern dishes as you stroll vibrant neighborhoods.
About Knoxville Food Tours
Discover Knoxville and Jonesborough with historian-led tastings, neighborhood stories, and local perks.
Knoxville Food Tours showcases Knoxville, Tennessee’s culinary and cultural highlights through guided tasting experiences. The company offers two distinct routes: the signature Knoxville Food Tours, an award-winning city tasting led by local historian Paula Johnson, and the Jonesborough Food Tours, a guided exploration of Tennessee’s oldest town focused on Appalachian flavors and local history. Each tour pairs curated tastings with contextual storytelling, neighborhood exploration, and connections to independent shops and artisans.
Tours are designed for guests who want informed, walkable experiences. The Knoxville Food Tours itinerary features historic sites, flavorful tastings at iconic restaurants, and exclusive perks at local shops. The Jonesborough Food Tours combines artisan shopping, storytelling events, hidden garden visits, live performances, and the option to enjoy a cozy bed-and-breakfast stay as part of the experience. Both trips emphasize regional ingredients and the stories behind them.
Guides include local experts such as Paula Johnson, whose background in local history adds depth to tastings and neighborhood narratives. Knoxville Food Tours works directly with restaurants and shops in Knoxville and Jonesborough to arrange tastings and guest benefits. The company’s public reputation highlights an award-winning Knoxville Food Tours offering dependable logistics, approachable pacing, and a focus on community connections.
For travelers seeking a concise, informative culinary introduction to East Tennessee, Knoxville Food Tours provides accessible, small-group outings that combine food, history, and local culture in two well-defined destinations. Tours operate in Knoxville and Jonesborough and highlight local restaurants, artisans, and cultural venues. Reservations and schedules are listed by Knoxville Food Tours.
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