Downtown Norfolk Food Tour in Norfolk on Aug 11, 2012 11:00 AM

"Grab your forks and dig into Norfolk!" The Downtown Norfolk Food Tour(www.norfolkwalkabouts.com) is every Saturday at 11 AM. And, tours meet at the Fountain Park next to Waterside and the Spirit of Norfolk at 10:45 AM every Saturday. Journey through Norfolk and experience a transformation of the palate on a Norfolk Walkabouts Downtown Food Tour. Visit multiple restaurants sampling house specialties while having a behind the scenes experience as staff discusses the culinary creations and history of the establishment. Sample Hampton Roads seafood classics, loose tea and coffee from a West Coast style coffeehouse, Mediterranean staples, British Isle pub fare, and more. In between locations, gather an insight into the history of Norfolk by visiting multiple landmarks. Uncover the city's secrets and discover the local favorites. Transport your senses with the various spices and provisions offered by Norfolk's "hidden gems" and culinary visionaries. So, grab your forks as the table is set and dig into Norfolk! The tour is approximately 3.5 hours and covers approximately 3 miles. We encourage patrons to wear protective gear against the elements (sun/rain/wind) and comfortable shoes. There will be water at each location; however, you may wish to bring a bottle for the walk. Beer and wine will be available to order at several locations. The tour is rain or shine. Ponchos are available. 24 hour advanced reservations are recommended. If registering for the tour on the morning of, contact (757) 641-7968 to check availability. No exchanges, rescheduling, or refunds. If the tour is canceled due to extreme weather, the tour may be rescheduled or a refund could be provided.