Guided Food Tour of Little Ethiopia DC
Taste the Food of The Largest Ethiopian Community Outside of Ethiopia with This 3 Hour Food Tour
DC
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Little Ethiopia's First Guided Food Tour
- • Learn About the Distinct Culture and Food
- • Taste up to Ten Ethiopian Signature Dishes
Washington DC Experience Gifts: Take a trip down the iconic U Street, home to the largest Ethiopian community outside of Ethiopia and jump into their colourful cuisine and culture. Sample intricate flavours and authentic dishes, while your guide teaches you a little about Ethiopian history and the story behind the community you are visiting. Ethiopian food is said to be one of the healthiest in the world. Which is great, because you’ll be eating a lot of it! You’ll get the chance to sample a range of plates, including national dishes, deep fried lentils, honey wine, and the renowned injera bread, synonymous with the cuisine itself. This experience gift makes an exciting day out for any adventurous foodie looking to delve deeper into the cuisine of Ethiopia.
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We will take you through historic U Street east through the Shaw neighborhood to visit the heart of the world’s largest Ethiopian enclave outside of Ethiopia. The 200,000 person community boasts over 45 Ethiopian restaurants throughout the DC area, more than any Ethiopian community in the United States.
We are going to sample foods from a variety of restaurants, some carryout, some sit-down, but all important to the Ethiopian community at large.
Your gastronomic experience will chronicle the intricate flavors, textures, and colors in Ethiopian cuisine, while recounting the history of the Ethiopian people. The tour will highlight Ethiopian cuisine by stopping at a variety of restaurants, each boasting a different specialty.
Your tour may include the following specialties:
- Traditional Ethiopian breakfast
- Deep fried appetizers
- Vegetarian and meat dishes
- Hand made sauces and cottage cheese
- The Ethiopian national dish
- Several homemade Ethiopian breads
- Italian influenced desserts
- Coffee ceremony
What Is Not Included?
Gratuity for your tour guide is not included, but appreciated!
Meeting Location
Outside the U Street Metro Station (10th and U NW) (Washington, DC) (Exact meeting location details will be provided immediately upon purchase of tickets.)
Activity FAQs
How much food is served on the tour?
There are 4-5 stops on the tour where you will be served small specialty meals. Do not eat lunch prior to any of our tours. For most people there is enough food that dinner afterwards is not necessary.
What types of foods are served on the tour?
We will stop at 3-4 sit down restaurants during each tour. Food ranges from local specialties to ethnic dishes directly reflecting the area's history and population.
What if i have dietary restrictions?
Please let us know if anyone in your group has a dietary restriction (e.g. vegetarian, diabetic, etc.) when you purchase your tickets. As long as we know well enough in advance, we can often accommodate your needs. If we do not find out about the special needs until the day of the tour, it is usually not possible for us to appropriately adjust the food on the tour.
Are there any beverages served on the tour?
Each restaurant will also serve water or other beverages with each meal. Alcoholic beverages can be paired with each dish on the tour for an additional cost.
Yes, the tour can be adapted for vegetarian and vegan customers! You will be able to note any dietary preference or restrictions upon reservation.
Gratuity for your tour guide is not included, but appreciated!
All ticket sales are final and not refundable. Reservations cannot be changed, rescheduled or refunded once confirmed. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
All gift certificate sales are final and not refundable. Gift certificates can only be exchanged prior to redemption.
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Little Ethiopia DC Guided Food Tour
DC
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Little Ethiopia's First Guided Food Tour
- • Learn About the Distinct Culture and Food
- • Taste up to Ten Ethiopian Signature Dishes
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