Victor Hugo Market - Small Group Tasting Tour

Spend a morning learning the skills and secrets of French market shopping with a local foodie guide, tasting the best that Toulouse has to offer on this unforgettable and immersive market food tour!

Explore Toulouse's largest covered market with a local foodie! We've learned the secrets of French market shopping to share them with you. On this tour, you'll taste local life in Toulouse as you discover local wines and cheeses, learn how to spot a good baguette, sample unique local specialities, and encounter passionate local artisans and businesses.

You'll soon be eating your way through market staples like chocolates (not pain au chocolate!), traditional baguettes, the only farm-to-counter foie gras in the market, cheese from a fromager-affineur (and learning what those words mean!), some of the best charcuterie in Toulouse, and more.

Some items we'll taste immediately, but others go into our market basket for our final destination: a specially-reserved "tonneau" at a wine seller in the market, where we'll pair our finds with local wines made from obscure grape varieties. We finish on a sweet note with some locally-produced dessert. No need for lunch afterwards!

Along the way, you’ll learn about food and market history, get tips for finding the best products, cultural lessons (French toasting etiquette, anyone?), and context for what you’re tasting. Afterwards, you'll get a detailed email recap and other personalized resources and recommendations so you can continue your gourmet adventures!

We'll be eating on our feet, as there is no seating in the market - so wear comfortable clothing and shoes and be prepared to stand/walk the whole time. Please alert us at least 24 hours in advance if you have food allergies or don't drink alcohol.