From Farm to Fork: Chef-Guided Culinary Tour of Pike Place Market

Fri, Aug 01, 2025 09:00 AM - Sun, Aug 31, 2025 11:00 AM

From Farm to Fork: Chef-Guided Culinary Tour of Pike Place Market

Fri, Aug 01, 2025 09:00 AM - Sun, Aug 31, 2025 11:00 AM

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Overview

Discover Pike Place Market Through the Eyes of a Chef Embark on a chef-guided culinary tour through Seattle’s iconic Pike Place Market and immerse yourself in the flavors of the Pacific Northwest. This walking tour takes you to 9 handpicked artisan vendors, where you’ll sample a delicious variety of local bites—think creamy chowder, chocolate-covered cherries, and more. With intimate group sizes capped at just 12 guests, you'll enjoy easier navigation through the bustling market, more tastings, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions and connect with your guide and fellow food lovers. At the end of your tour, receive a 10% discount card to continue exploring and shopping on your own. Please Note: Tour stops may vary based on the season and your guide’s selections. This is a walking tour, not a sit-down dining experience, and does require a moderate level of physical fitness due to cobblestones, stairs, hills, and the general layout of the market.

About this Event

Chef-Guided Pike Place Market Tour

Overview
Join a chef-led walking tour through Seattle’s iconic Pike Place Market and dive into the rich flavors of the Pacific Northwest. Visit nine artisan vendors and enjoy tastings like award-winning chowder, chocolate-covered cherries, fresh produce, and more. Groups are kept to just 12 guests for a more personal, interactive experience.

Tour Details

Duration: ~2 hours
Language: English (with a human guide)
Group Size: Up to 12 guests
Physical Requirements: Moderate fitness (due to stairs, cobblestones, hills, and standing)
Accessibility: Not stroller accessible; service animals allowed

Meeting Point & Departure

📍 Outside Simply Seattle
1600 First Ave (corner of 1st Ave & Pine St)

Please arrive 5–10 minutes early — tours leave on time and cannot accommodate late arrivals.
Look for your chef guide in a chef coat, waiting outside on the street.

Important:

Summer visitors: Traffic and parking can be tricky due to events. Plan extra time!
Paid parking: Available at 1531 Western Ave, but it may fill up in peak season. Driving is not recommended.

Tour Stops (Highlights)

Please note: Stops and tastings may vary depending on the guide and season.

✅ Pike Place Market — Taste your way through this historic market
✅ Pike Place Chowder — Skip the line for award-winning chowder
✅ MarketSpice — Visit Seattle’s oldest spice shop
✅ Chukar Cherries — Sample chocolate-covered cherry treats
✅ Beecher’s Handmade Cheese — Watch cheese being made & sample the famous mac & cheese
✅ Indi Chocolate — Discover a bean-to-bar chocolate factory
✅ Truffle Queen — Nibble on local truffle bites
✅ Frank’s Quality Produce — Explore local, seasonal ingredients
✅ Maíz — Learn where the chefs source fresh produce

What’s Included

✔️ 9 vendor food tastings (best of Pike Place Market)
✔️ Discount card for future shopping
✔️ Guided tour led by a chef

What’s Not Included

❌ Parking (garages & street parking available nearby; free on Sundays)
❌ Hotel pickup/drop-off
❌ Gratuities (optional but appreciated)

Good to Know

Operates rain or shine — dress accordingly!
Public transportation options nearby.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal or cardiovascular concerns.
Dietary concerns? Please message us before your tour date.
All sales are final — no refunds or reschedules for no-shows or incorrect bookings.

Redemption Instructions

Meet your chef outside Simply Seattle (1600 First Ave.) by the store entrance. Look for the chef coat! Please arrive early — once the tour leaves, we cannot catch you up.

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