Kensington Market -Toronto's Neighborhood International Food Tour
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Kensington Market -Toronto's Neighborhood International Food Tour
By Chopsticks+Forks
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Kensington Market is the perfect place to experience Toronto’s diverse cuisine, but with so many options it’s hard to know where to start. Spin the globe on a delicious tour of Kensington Market and enjoy samples of six international cuisines. Not only will you experience a handpicked selection of the neighborhood’s best treats, you’ll skip the long lines that can form at popular destinations.
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£59.42
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Ages 0-99, max of 14 per group
Duration: 2h 30m
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Gourmet tour of Kensington Market’s international foods
- Enjoy six tastings—that’s enough for a hearty lunch
- Each tasting features a vegetarian option upon request
- Experience a colorful neighborhood through food and flavor
- Food tasting
- Local guide
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Guaranteed to skip the lines
What's not included- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Departure details
- 240 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L7, Canada Your guide will meet you in front of Nu Bügel which is the first stop and tasting.
Return details- 28 Kensington Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2J9, Canada Tour ends at the Fika Café which is approximately a 5-minute walk from the start location.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 49842P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant meals not included
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- We ONLY offer Vegetarian and Pescatarian options. This tour is NOT for guests who have an aversion/allergy to: gluten, dairy, nuts. We do NOT have a "Vegan" option.
- We do not recommend this Experience for guests who have mobility issues.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Itinerary
- You'll start at240 Augusta Ave240 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L7, CanadaYour guide will meet you in front of Nu Bügel which is the first stop and tasting.See address & details
- 1Kensington MarketStop: 3 hoursToronto's most eclectic and bohemian neighbourhood that demonstrates the beautiful mosaic of the city's diversityRead more
- You'll end at28 Kensington Ave28 Kensington Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2J9, CanadaTour ends at the Fika Café which is approximately a 5-minute walk from the start location.See address & details
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- vickis67100Toronto’s best foodWe LOVED this tour! Our amazing guide, Jessica, could not have been more knowledgeable, kind and accommodating. I loved that the tour included a lot of history, especially the cultural and immigrant histories of Toronto. The food was excellent; such a wide range of cuisines and we had full bellies before the tour was over. Thank you to the staff for refunding us, after I accidentally double-booked two tours. Highly, highly recommend Chopsticks and Forks for anyone visiting Toronto!
- 571jacquelinh00Kensington Magic!This food tour is absolutely fantastic! It was an adventurous afternoon that combined a fantastic fusion of delicious foods in a local and historical context. The breadth of information we learned about the people, history, and places in Kensington through food was astonishing and how they all intersect made it a very memorable tour. The portions and variety of food were really great, we visited a number of different restaurants and I tried foods that I would have never ordered myself but they were all wonderful and they ranged from appetizers, mains, and sweets.. we rolled out of the market in the best possible way. The next time I have friends visit Toronto I will definitely book a tour to explore!
- CanadianChick201600A great taste of Fusion Food in Kensington MarketWe went on September 29th and our tour guide was William. It was a fantastic tour of fusion food. We had done the Kensington Market International Food Tour before and this tour is equally fantastic as that tour. You get to learn a bit about the history of Kensington Market while having some great food to eat! If you have not tried the Fusion Food Tour... give it a try... you will not be disappointed... only having a full stomach after the tour!
- BeaversTravelWell00Five Star ExperienceJusep our guide was fantastic, very knowledgeable and super friendly. The food was all excellent, very flavourful and unique. If in Toronto I would highly recommend this tour.
- imanullah00Just the right bitThe most important thing the food choices were amazing and every bit was just right and delicious. The tour guide did an excellent job of curating the food and neighborhood. Junsep was very enthusiastic he paced the food stops just right for digestion and savoring each bit. I will definitely do more of his food tours.
- Seaside80287100Food combinations you wouldn't have thought ofKensington Market offered us a look at an area where different cultures got along and thrived. The diverse community offered a unique food tour which combined different cultural foods that for the most part tasted good together. William, the guide, was informative both about the area as well as the food and why the combinations work.
- someplacesfaraway006 restaurants in Kensington MarketThis tour is perfect for a city with many different cultures/foods/people. It was interesting to hear about various cultural influences on the dishes we ate. Overall every dish we tried was yummy, and all the stories that William told us were fascinating.
- 718kkw00Intentional food tour with a twistWe had William as our tour guide, we booked him last minute and ended up almost doing a "private" tour unintentionally with my husband and I. William was very good at answering all of our questions, giving us time to eat and enjoy, and really introducing us to the "fusion" that there is in Kensington market! We loved it and honestly if we had more time I would have gone back to all those places on the tour. Book this tour today you won't regret it, we loved it.
- BoardingPass46339200Great experience!The whole experience with Jessica was great! She's personable, knowledgeable, and very friendly. She was able to give us a bunch of interesting information about the city, the food we were eating, and the restaurants we went to.
- Katrina S00Great way to see Kensington MarketWe had a great time on this tour. William was an excellent tour guide. We were delayed getting to the meeting point, but William and the tour company were accommodating so that we could still meet up with the group and experience most of the tour. The Kensington Market neighborhood was so interesting and vibrant. The food was awesome!
- Gcbonner00Fantastic tourWe had a wonderful tour with William. He was very informative throughout the tour and answered all of our additional questions. Each of the food tasting were delicious. We really enjoyed learning the history behind the food we were eating as well as Kensington Market.
- Scubalo00Great way to explore a new neighborhoodThis was great fun and very informative. Jusep was personable and knowledgeable, and provided many great insights into Toronto and the Kensington Market area. We really enjoyed the fish and chips and the peameal bacon sandwich, and the desserts. Discovered, as we'd suspected, that poutine was not for us, but it was still fun to try. All in all a very enjoyable tour that we'd highly recommend.
- SRF201000Eat your way through Kensington MarketOur host, Jessup (?), was so happy, knowledgeable and informative. He knew so much about the area as well as all the cultures. Not too much food, just right for lunch. Great experience.
- Cheryl B00Fantastic Food TourIt was so interesting to hear the history of the dishes we sampled. The dishes spanned from the east to west coasts of Canada. Loved this tour and I’d highly recommend it!
- 201feliciaa00Get out of the hotel & see TorontoHost was friendly, knowledgeable & engaging. Food was fresh. Got to see a part of Toronto I probably wouldn't if on my own. Would do a tour with him again.
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erinnire27
San Jose, CA1 contribution
The Kensington Market Food Tour was the best tour I've ever been on! Since I was the only one on the tour with Jusep on a cold January day, I felt like I was in a travel show!! He was an excellent guide to the history of the market, Toronto, and the food that has made it way to different countries and to the market. All of his restaurant and food selections were excellent. I even stepped out of my comfort zone and tried a couple a foods I don't like that much. I would highly recommend anyone to take this tour to get an amazing taste of the Kensington Market and food from around the world!!
Written 28 January 2020
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Thanks erinnire27 and it was a pleasure to have hosted you on our International Food Tour through Kensington Market. Glad that you got to spend your birthday with us and that you enjoyed the culinary adventure. Please visit us again and perhaps we will cross paths again in the future. Appreciate the ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review and endorsement! Till next time... Stay Hungry!
Written 30 January 2020
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Jeff W
2 contributions
Jan 2020
Jessica was our guide for this tour and she was amazing. We were laughing, learning, and exploring the culinary selection around Kensington Market in a way we simply could not have on our own. The tour group was small and intimate because of the winter months, but it let us ask lots of questions and really tailor the conversation to what we wanted. I consider myself a picky eater, but I ate every thing that was served, so don't be too afraid! Bon Appetit!
Written 21 January 2020
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Thanks so much, jeffwC861PJ for this lovely ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review. Jessica is certainly a fantastic host and guide and we are delighted that you enjoyed your time with her. Glad that you enjoyed each and every bite and we do pride ourselves in having selected tastings from around the world that are nothing to be afraid of and can be easily be embraced and enjoyed. Till next time... Stay Hungry!
Written 30 January 2020
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Elaine L
1 contribution
Sep 2022
My sister and I decided to take a walking food tour to get a real taste of the diverse foods that Toronto has to offer. I am SO glad that we decided to go with this one!
Jessica was an AMAZING tour guide. She was so personable, friendly, and knowledgeable about the neighborhood and its history. She threw in a lot of tidbits of information and recommendations that really elevated the experience. The fact that our tour group was so small (just 3 total) made it feel almost like a private tour for the two of us.
I've done a few food tours over the years, and I think this one was by far the biggest bang for your buck!! At nearly every stop, we got to sample more than one thing or were given huge portions (or both). And I thoroughly enjoyed all of the foods we got to sample.
I HIGHLY recommend this food tour, especially with Jessica!
Jessica was an AMAZING tour guide. She was so personable, friendly, and knowledgeable about the neighborhood and its history. She threw in a lot of tidbits of information and recommendations that really elevated the experience. The fact that our tour group was so small (just 3 total) made it feel almost like a private tour for the two of us.
I've done a few food tours over the years, and I think this one was by far the biggest bang for your buck!! At nearly every stop, we got to sample more than one thing or were given huge portions (or both). And I thoroughly enjoyed all of the foods we got to sample.
I HIGHLY recommend this food tour, especially with Jessica!
Written 8 October 2022
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rebecca p
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Family
This is my 3rd food tour. I love doing it in each city I visit to learn about the people, cuisine and history. I would not have tried these dishes if it had not been for this tour. William was a fantastic guide and kept dropping nuggets of movie knowledge, I highly recommend.
Written 22 June 2023
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Devona W
New York26 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
Probably one of the best food tours of my life! and I’ve done many… The food was unique and delicious and the tour guide made it even more magical. I truly learned so much about Toronto during this food tour. The owner (who was our guide) truly showed his passion for this city, the people, and food! I’d recommend this tour to anyone! I hope to do another food tour again with this amazing company and Jusep! Thank you so much for being the highlight of our stay in Toronto!
Written 9 October 2021
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Rachel Dean
7 contributions
This was our first food tour and was such a good experience. We were able to sample a good selection of different foods and I was very full by the last stop! Jusep, our guide was extremely clued up about such a wide range of food and culture. The smoked trout bagel and kale salad were definitely my faves!
I would highly recommend to anyone who likes food and is keen to hear a little history too.
I would highly recommend to anyone who likes food and is keen to hear a little history too.
Written 16 March 2022
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Michelle P
Atlanta, GA52 contributions
Jul 2023
We had a great afternoon with founder and guide, Jusep! My partner and I spent 3 hours with 7 other food and culture lovers learning about this gem of a neighborhood through its food offerings. We certainly didn't leave hungry or starving for knowledge. Thanks, Jusep!
Written 22 July 2023
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Antiqua
13 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
This was an awesome tour. So many foods from so many cultures. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because someone on their team dropped the ball with the dietary requests. I specifically choose this tour because it offered pescatarian and vegetarian options. I emailed the operator right after booking saying, " two pescatarians or no beef or pork and one vegetarian."
Thankfully, my vegetarian request was honored but there were 2-3 stops that were beef options. I was very disappointed for my family members that weren't able to experience those stops.
If you have dietary preferences/ restrictions, make sure you get a confirmation they have received your requests.
Thankfully, my vegetarian request was honored but there were 2-3 stops that were beef options. I was very disappointed for my family members that weren't able to experience those stops.
If you have dietary preferences/ restrictions, make sure you get a confirmation they have received your requests.
Written 15 August 2023
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Lee C
5 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Jessica was amazing! Very knowledgeable about the area, the history, and immediately felt like family. The food was amazing and it's so wonderful to see a community come together and offer something like this. We would have not experienced Kensington market like this on our own.
Written 9 December 2022
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Susan H
6 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The tour surpassed my expectations! My husband and I chose it as an anniversary activity, even though we’ve lived in Toronto for more than 30 years and been to the market before. It’s fun to be a tourist in your own city and we learned new things about Kensington market, while experiencing new foods at the same time - a perfect combination. The food stops were delicious, unique and filling! Each stop had a story about the food and the people running the business. Jessica was our guide and she was extremely knowledgeable, personable and thoughtful - at the last stop, she surprised us with an extra celebration treat in honour of our anniversary! This is a great tour if you live in Toronto, have guests visiting or you’re from out of town.
Written 30 October 2023
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Valencia6
Florida/Montreal2 contributions
Hello, I would like to participate in the tour, but I have the following food allergies, could it be adapted so that I could have alternatives to my allergies: sunflower seeds, parsely, celery, mango and pineapple.
I have a lactose intolerance to milk, as well, but other forms of dairy are alright. Thank you,
Cristina
Safari125112
1 contribution
Yes. Just let the guide know your allergies when you book or at the beginning of the tour. There was no lactose items in the food options. There was no mango or pineapple either. I think you will be fine!
2chipper
Culbertson, MT184 contributions
What time does this start and end? I have a layover in Toronto in May and wonder if I could make this work?
Stephen M
4 contributions
Ours started at 11am (needed to be there for 10:45) and ended between 1:30-2:00pm - about 2.5-3 hours total. We also went on a Saturday - not sure about during the week.
Jenny B
118 contributions
Hi, is this tour handicap or wheelchair accessible?
Zac D
Werribee, Australia78 contributions
Yes. Although some of the restaurants have steps to parts of them, the tour could be adapted to avoid those. And the host is very considerate and could find alternate places to eat or adjust the walking parts.
RYAN B
2 contributions
I'm going to be the in Toronto area January 4th and this tour came highly recommended, but it doesn't look like it is offered that weekend?
CR Rohrbough
4 contributions
Email the company. They are a highly personal bunch. No promises but they’re always up to help others!
info(at)chopsticksandforks(dot)c0m
Sunbeam365
Atlanta, GA
I have a nut allergy would I still be able to participate on this tour?
Kimberly K
5 contributions
Yes. I think so. He asked us about our allergies before the start and we didn’t have any. However, he is thoughtful and accommodating. Just let him know and I think he will take great care of you.
Kim
Donica Polce
Portland, OR5 contributions
The description says this is only offered on weekends but the availability calendar allows me to book for a week day. Anyone able to clarify?
chopsticksforks
Toronto, Canada
Sorry for the confusion and working to correct. The tours run more than just weekends. Please check the calendar for all available days.
Thanks!
Chopsticks+Forks
Does the tour include some low carb diet?
Kristie
1 contribution
Most of the food on the tour is quite high in carbs. If this is something you are trying to avoid it may be difficult. You can contact the owner to see if accommodations are possible! They do their best to work with you.
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