PRODUCE + PURVEYORS:
VIP TUTORED TASTING OF ST. LAWRENCE MARKET
For those who read cookbooks like novels.
Step into St. Lawrence Market as it comes to life, lights warming, counters being set, the scent of coffee and fresh baguettes drifting through the air, your favourite morning drink already in hand. There’s a quiet buzz, a tingling sensation that you’re about to indulge in something special.
Your tasting journey begins with the iconic Toronto Peameal Bacon sandwich, a discussion of dry-aged meat and the passion behind the Market’s butchers, before moving into a bright, ocean-fresh celebration of Canadian seafood. Silky smoked salmon, delicate Arctic char, oysters that taste like cold ocean air, and caviar that gently pops on the palate.
You’ll move through the market like an insider, tasting, discovering, and seeing familiar ingredients in an entirely new way. Flavours build as you go, vibrant produce, bold spices and condiments, and the cheeky food hacks that turn a good bite into something unforgettable.
At the heart of it all is our signature Big Cheese™ tasting, a tutored exploration of exceptional artisan cheeses, hand-selected by our Owner, where you’ll taste, compare, and discover how the animals milk, the cheesemakers, their traditions, and craft molds each one truly special. The experience finishes on a sweet note, with a decadent treat that feels like a reward you didn’t know you needed.
Along the way, you’ll meet the purveyors, hear their stories, and pick up simple, surprising tips and hints you’ll carry into your own kitchen. It’s immersive, delicious, and just indulgent enough, the kind of morning you’ll be talking about long after the last bite.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Intimate VIP tour, of six (max) of curious, like-minded passionate foodies
- Your favourite morning drink, ready when you arrive
- The Market's iconic Peameal Bacon sandwich, of course
- East-Coast Oysters + Canadian Caviar
- Smoked Salmon + Arctic Char
- Artisan Charcuterie
- Niagara Ice Wine
- Sweet treats + bites from Toronto's iconic bakeries
Plus, our signature Big Cheese™ Tutored Tasting ...
- Taste, pair and appreciate six (6) artisan cheeses, hand-selected by our Owner + Big Cheese Kevin Durkee
Come Hungry… Every Bite Tells A Story™
COST
- $199 per Guest
DURATION 2 HOURS
SCHEDULE TUES to SAT
DAILY
TOUR TIMES
8:45 AM
MEETING POINT
- SW corner of Front St. East + Market St. outside the LCBO [ Wine + Spirit Shop ]
- By public transit, 504 King Streetcar Eastbound from Downtown | Jarvis St. stop
Bring your appetite, our Food Tours + Adventures have you more than covered for Food + Drink. Bring a camera (or charged phone) for pics + memories. Bring your questions, we love sharing stories and recommendations for great places to eat + drink.
As for pace, while we set-up our Food Tours + Adventures with all our partners in advance, as small independent businesses, our partners will be busy juggling their regular customers and our tours, so we may face a tiny wait or eat standing at certain (small) stops. It’s part of our commitment to supporting local food, and showcasing the best eats, sips and bites of the city.
All our Food Tours run Rain, Snow or Shine, so please dress for the weather. We recommend purchasing PEACE OF MIND™ Tour Protection if you think you might be affected by weather or travel changes.
Culinary Adventure Co. experiences have been designed to highlight the best and most signature items from each of our vendors, shops and restaurants. Our partners showcase what they LOVE and their STORY – so ultimately their most delicious food + drink.
While we can accommodate severe food allergies (i.e. Nuts, Shellfish), Vegetarians and those who do not drink Alcohol, we cannot make substitutions for any other dietary concerns such as Gluten-Free, Celiac, Dairy-Free or Vegan. Dietary concerns + allergies must be highlighted in advance with your ticket purchase.
If you HAVE SERIOUS FOOD ALLERGIES, or questions please email us or speak to our Ticket Team before purchasing tickets for any of our Food Tours or Culinary Adventures.
Culinary Adventure Co. is an independent family-owned + operated business who has worked very hard since 2011, to be the most trusted Food Tour company in Canada.
We are a group of restaurant owners, chefs, cooks, food + travel media and dynamic food service professionals, and no matter which experience you choose – you know you’ll be taken care of by a LOCAL PASSIONATE TEAM. We’ve done our homework allowing you to taste and discover the best food + drink hidden gems.