Your first tasting stop introduces you to one of Canada’s most iconic comfort foods, poutine. Inside this specialty food shop celebrating Canadian flavors, you’ll settle in while your guide orders fresh servings for the group. As you enjoy crispy fries topped with cheese curds and rich gravy, your guide will share the origins of poutine and how it became a staple across the country.

Continue your journey toward St. Lawrence Market, wrapping up your Distillery District experience along the way. As you walk along the Esplanade, your guide will point out how Toronto’s shoreline once extended much farther inland and discuss the city’s deep-rooted connection to fishing and traditional Canadian cuisine.

Arrive at the famous St. Lawrence Market, one of the world’s top food markets. After a brief guided introduction, you’ll enjoy a classic Toronto specialty, the peameal bacon sandwich. Your guide will coordinate your toppings before picking up freshly made sandwiches. As you dine, learn about the history of peameal bacon and its role in Toronto’s culinary identity.

Next, indulge in a traditional Canadian dessert, the butter tart. Choose your preferred style (plain, raisin, or pecan) before your guide retrieves them for the group. While you enjoy this sweet treat, hear about its origins, ties to early Canadian baking, and connections to Toronto’s historic sugar industry.

End your experience with a beloved Canadian classic. Choose your own BeaverTail pastry before enjoying it along the waterfront. As you take in the views, your guide will share the story behind this iconic treat, including its Canadian roots and inspiration from Indigenous bannock. Your tour concludes here after a sweet and memorable finish.