Small-Group Ponta Delgada Food Tour in Azores
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Discover some of the best food in Portugal on this 3.5h culinary walking tour through Ponta Delgada, the main city of the Azores islands.
Sample unique and delicious foods, while learning about the local traditions, culture and gastronomy, as you walk through charming cobblestone streets.
Have a taste of the Azores and get immersed in surprising flavours and tales!
• taste local specialties, to be found nowhere else in the world
• gain knowledge and background of Azorean food
• learn secrets of traditional cuisine from local artisans
• visit the local market, meet traders and sample their quality produce
From timeless recipes to innovative modern cuisine, you will enjoy a progressive menu that also includes local tea, the unique Azorean pineapple, chorizo, seafood and a homemade dessert.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour duration: about 3.5h.
Check-in at the meeting point the latest 10 minutes prior to the tour starting time.
Walking distance: about 1.5 Mi / 2Km.
This is a walking tour: please dress comfortably and wear comfortable shoes. Sunglasses, sunscreen and rain gear advisable.
This tour might be unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions
Vegetarian options available, but we might be unable to offer replacements for all sampled foods.
Dietary restrictions: please contact us as soon as possible if you have specific dietary restrictions. We are unable to serve Vegan, Halal or Kosher diets on this tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Two drinks: Beer or house wine. Azorean wines not included.
Soda/Pop
8 to 10 samples of different foods. Progressive meal including an assortment of local foods, such as fruits, jams, seafood, meat, pastry. Menu can vary according to availability.
What To Expect
Mercado Da Graca
Local market, with fresh produce
Portas da Cidade
Tour meeting point
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Small-Group Ponta Delgada Food Tour in Azores
Reviews
756 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Really enjoyed the...
Alyscia K,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Really enjoyed the walking food tour with Hungry Whales. Our guides were friendly and super knowledgeable about Azorean cuisine and the history of food there. The tour hits a lot of great spots, would definitely recommend doing at the start of your stay to get the lay of the land and so you have a heads up on the best spots to eat!
Terrific Food Tour
Anonymous,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Nadja, co-owner of Hungry Whale, does a terrific job conducting this food tour. Don’t eat breakfast…it’s a lot of food. Your first stop is a bakery with local tea, a raw milk cheddar slice sandwiched in a local bread and a little local tart with pineapple, cinnamon and orange. Nadja gives a great history of the Azores, explaining how it was settled with a little political commentary thrown in. On to the farmers market to taste the locally grown pineapple, unbelievably sweet. We also tasted a couple of local cheeses, one spreadable and the other hard. Next stop is a local taverna, where we tried a few local sausages and local fresh cheese with great bread, washed down by your choice of beverage. On to another cafe for fried mackerel with a special sauce and small potatoes. Getting full? You must keep a little room for the dessert, a chocolate cookie filled with pineapple ice cream and lots of fresh berries and currents, topped with caramel. A great way to start a stay in Ponte Delgado!
Disappointing
Tricia M,
May 28, 2025
- Viator
3.00The guide was great, but I didn’t think this was worth the $. It was a full hour before we ate - half a bread roll with some cheese and half a cup of tea. We then had a scraping of cheese at the end of a butter knife. The meal at A Tasca was portioned very small - two entrees and two bread w cheese appetizers for 9 people. The final food was a “meal” back at their headquarters. Everyone was polite, but I would opt to take myself for a nice meal instead.
This was a fun tour...
Jerelyn A,
May 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a fun tour combining history, culture, city sights and of course regional food. Rafael was a great guide. Highly recommend!
Delicious
Barbara O,
May 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great introduction to food and culture .you experience local shops and a food market and sample a variety of foods.Come hungry.
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