Cultural Food Tour in Marigot, Saint-Martin by ISLAND FRIEND
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Our culinary cultural tour will introduce you to the flavors of local traditions of Saint-Martin.
You will be guided through the streets of Marigot by your Friend, Laurina.
She will introduce you to carefully selected places, such as the market and traditional restaurants, where you can taste a variety of delicious local dishes.
Beyond the tastings, our walk will allow you to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Marigot, through fascinating anecdotes on the origin of the dishes, the culinary traditions and the influence of the different cultures in our local cuisine.
You will also have the opportunity to meet local producers, fishermen and restorers who will share their knowledge and their passion with you.
Book your place now on our culinary cultural tour and get ready for a captivating culinary journey, where every bite will be a discovery of the island and its rich gastronomic history.
This walk is done on foot, in English or French and lasts 2 hours and a half.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
We start the tour with a traditional St.Martin breakfast! While tasting, we will tell you all about the story behind each cultural ingredients. Why do we eat johnny cakes ? Where does it come from ? Why do we eat saltfish for breakfast in Saint-Martin ? What is bush tea? Learn more about the Hodge family also that has created such an institution for the community over the years.
Step into the vibrant and very known Marigot's market! Immerse yourself in the colorful sights, sounds, and flavors of this bustling market, where sustainability and supporting local communities take center stage. Discover an array of fresh produce, handcrafted goods, and cultural treasures, all sourced from nearby artisans, farmers and fishermen. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through this sensory delight, sharing stories with locals and insights.
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Cultural Food Tour in Marigot, Saint-Martin by ISLAND FRIEND
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
Les plats locaux
Breakfast
Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Okay tour for common foods of the island.
Stephanie L,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Loved the tour guide. Not much variety of food. I dont think this island is really big of food though. Saw some things. It was an okay tour.
Amazing Tour
Garth T,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and I really enjoyed the tour. The experience and Information presented immersed us in Saint Martin's culture and the food and drink samples were 10/10.
Local food tour
RonaldA K,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Would have liked to have known that our guide was sick and maybe someone else have done the tour. A day later my husband became ill.
Fun and exciting way to...
Brian T,Apr 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun and exciting way to learn about St. Martin. Lorean was wonderful, funny and made everything enjoyable!
Great tour
Bruce H,Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! Our guide was great and the food was amazing. We got more than our money’s worth of food. Highly recommended.
Beautiful discovery of Marigot, its gastronomy and its history
Anis2415,Feb 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The visit with our guide Laurina was very pleasant and interesting. Beautiful discovery of the culinary culture St Martinoise and the city of Marigot. We recommend this experience.
Sample local Cuisine
Connie P,Jan 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great cultural food experience. You eat what the locals eat. It's alot of food, not just snacks like some reviewers said. All the food was great. Lolita was an awesome tour guide.
Lorena was a great tour...
Peggy D,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lorena was a great tour guide and helped us understand the unique St Maarten culture. We visited places we never knew existed and enjoyed every one!
Discovered delicious food!
Michael S,Dec 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to discover source of LOCAL food on St Martin. We ended up in stores we would have never found otherwise. Particularly liked the Spice Shop!
St. Martin from the Caribbean Perspective
Margaret O,Dec 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour provides insight into the Caribbean culture, both historic & present. Delicious "lolo" fare. Stopping in at Spicey Mama's store was informative & provided great opportunity to purchase items to take home. Loved the guavaberry torte@
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