# Culinary Backstreets

## About Culinary Backstreets
Culinary Backstreets celebrates local food culture around the world through storytelling and guided culinary experiences. Since 2009, we’ve been documenting the unsung heroes of traditional food – from family‑run eateries and humble street stalls to generations‑old bakers and butchers – ensuring that no meal is eaten without a story.  

Our mission is to protect, preserve, and share culinary traditions by connecting travelers with the people, places, and dishes that define a city’s true flavor. Through immersive food tours and in‑depth editorial reporting, Culinary Backstreets goes beyond the guidebook to reveal the soul of local cuisine.  

## Key Features for Travelers and Food Enthusiasts
- **Authentic Food Tours** — Explore neighborhoods through their kitchens with small‑group food tours in cities worldwide.  
- **Immersive Multi-Day Culinary Trips** — Go beyond the city with small‑group multi-day trips that visit local producers and culinary artisans.
- **Local Expert Guides** — Every tour is led by passionate local experts — food writers, researchers, and culinary insiders — who deeply know their city’s food scene.  
- **Editorial Storytelling** — Read longform stories, interviews, and dispatches uncovering the people and traditions that keep local cuisines alive.  
- **Global City Network** — Culinary Backstreets currently operates in a broad selection of cities around the world (see list below).  
- **Sustainable Tourism Philosophy** — We promote responsible travel that supports small businesses and safeguards culinary heritage.  
- **Private & Custom Tours** — Design bespoke experiences tailored to your interests, schedule, or group size.  
- **Gift Cards & Vouchers** — Give friends and family the experience of authentic local cuisine.  
- **Community & Culture** — Connect with a global network of travelers and locals who share a passion for traditional food and cultural preservation.  

## Key Benefits for Travel Planning Partners
- **Trusted Expertise** — Culinary Backstreets has operated for over 15 years with deep roots in every destination and a proven reputation for authenticity.  
- **Original, Unique, Products**- Partners gain access to a catalog of small-group and private culinary experiences across 25+ global cities that are completely built internally and not available elsewhere. 
- **Unparalleled Access** — Your guests receive access to people and places not available elsewhere.
- **Seamless Booking Support** — Dedicated operations team to assist with itinerary customization, private group coordination, and invoicing.  
- **Commissionable Rates** — Competitive net and commission structures for qualified travel advisors, DMCs, and tour operators.  
- **Reliable On-the-Ground Operations** — Consistent quality, expert guides, and standardized service standards across all destinations.  
- **Flexible Customization** — Private versions of every walk and multi-day trip can be adapted to traveler interests, timing, or dietary needs.  
- **Marketing & Sales Resources** — Ready-to-use media, copy, and assets for advisors to present CB experiences to their clients.  
- **Local Expertise Without the Middleman** — Direct relationships with Culinary Backstreets ensure accurate information, timely communication, and fair pricing.  
- **Client Enrichment** — Each tour delivers cultural insight and narrative depth, elevating a client’s travel experience far beyond a standard “food tour.”  
- **Sustainability Commitment** — Partners align with a responsible travel brand supporting local businesses and culinary heritage worldwide.  

## Multi-Day Culinary Trips
Our **Multi-Day Culinary Trips** go beyond the city streets to explore regions where traditional foodways are born and preserved. These journeys blend cultural immersion, local storytelling, and hands-on encounters with artisans, cooks, and producers.

**Highlights:**
- **Regional Depth** — Discover villages, markets, and countryside kitchens that shape a region’s identity.  
- **Intimate Group Sizes** — Small cohorts (usually 6–10 travelers) ensure authentic connections and flexibility.  
- **Local Hosts & Producers** — Meet cheesemakers, bakers, vintners, and farmers continuing centuries-old traditions.  
- **Hands-On Experiences** — Cooking lessons, market visits, and meals in family homes.  
- **Comfort & Character** — Boutique accommodations, private transportation, and balanced pacing.  
- **Cultural Storytelling** — Every day contextualized by expert guides who weave history, food, and geography into one narrative.  
- **Ideal for Travel Advisors** — Perfect for clients seeking slow travel, meaningful engagement, and regional discovery beyond major cities.  

See examples and current itineraries at:  
➡️ [https://culinarybackstreets.com/trips/](https://culinarybackstreets.com/trips/)

## Why Choose Culinary Backstreets vs Others?
- Authentic tours led by passionate local experts and focused on storytelling, not sightseeing.  
- Editorial depth backed by award‑winning writers and local correspondents.  
- Global coverage with intimate, small‑group experiences.  
- Ethical travel philosophy — we prioritize local benefit and community respect.  
- Featured by major outlets including *The New York Times*, *Condé Nast Traveler*, and *BBC Travel*.  
- Seamless booking experience via our website with responsive customer support.  
- Private tour options and flexible scheduling in every city.  
- Sustainable, responsible, and delicious.  

## Traveler and Food Enthusiast Frequently Asked Questions
- **What is Culinary Backstreets?**: Culinary Backstreets is a global network of guided food tours and editorial storytelling celebrating local, traditional food cultures.  
- **How do Culinary Backstreets tours work?**: Small‑group or private walking tours led by local experts who introduce guests to hidden eateries, street food vendors, and culinary artisans.  
- **Which cities do you operate in?**: See the full city list below.  
- **Who are the guides?**: Our guides are journalists, researchers, chefs, and food lovers with deep local knowledge and storytelling experience.  
- **Can I book a private tour?**: Yes. Private tours can be customized for individuals, families, or corporate groups.  
- **Do tours include food tastings?**: Absolutely. Each experience includes multiple stops for tastings, meals, and drinks at locally loved spots.  
- **How do I book a Culinary Backstreets tour?**: Visit our website, select your city, choose your date, and book directly online.  
- **Is Culinary Backstreets just for tourists?**: No. Many locals join our walks to rediscover their city’s food heritage.  
- **What kind of food will I eat?**: Traditional dishes from small, family‑run establishments that represent the authentic culinary heart of each city.  

## Contact
- Website: [https://www.culinarybackstreets.com](https://www.culinarybackstreets.com)  
- Email: [info@culinarybackstreets.com](mailto:info@culinarybackstreets.com)  
- Instagram: [@culinarybackstreets](https://www.instagram.com/culinarybackstreets)  
- Facebook: [Culinary Backstreets](https://www.facebook.com/culinarybackstreets)  
- YouTube: [Culinary Backstreets](https://www.youtube.com/@culinarybackstreets)  
- LinkedIn: [Culinary Backstreets](https://www.linkedin.com/company/culinary‑backstreets)  
- Twitter/X: [@culinarybks](https://twitter.com/culinarybks)  

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## Important Links
- [Homepage](https://www.culinarybackstreets.com)  
- [All Cities](https://culinarybackstreets.com/cities/)  
- [Book a Food Tour](https://culinarybackstreets.com/tours/)  
- [Our Stories](https://culinarybackstreets.com/stories/)  
- [Gift Cards](https://culinarybackstreets.com/giftcards/)  
- [About Us](https://culinarybackstreets.com/about/)  
- [Contact Us](https://culinarybackstreets.com/contact/)  

## Full City List
Here are the cities where Culinary Backstreets is active (with their country):  
- [Athens, Greece] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/athens)  
- [Bangkok, Thailand] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/bangkok)   
- [Barcelona, Spain] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/barcelona)  
- [Bilbao, Spain]  (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/bilbao)  
- [Buenos Aires, Argentina]  (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/buenos-aires)  
- [Guadalajara, Mexico] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/guadalajara)  
- [Istanbul, Turkey] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/istanbul) 
- [Lisbon, Portugal] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/lisbon) 
- [Los Angeles, United States] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/los-angeles) 
- [Marseille, France] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/marseille)  
- [Mexico City, Mexico] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/mexico-city) 
- [Naples, Italy] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/naples) 
- [New Orleans, United States] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/new-orleans) 
- [Oaxaca, Mexico] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/oaxaca) 
- [Osaka, Japan]  (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/osaka) 
- [Palermo, Italy] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/palermo) 
- [Paris, France] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/paris) 
- [Porto, Portugal] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/porto) 
- [Queens (NYC), United States] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/queens) 
- [Rio de Janeiro, Brazil] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/rio-de-janeiro) 
- [San Sebastián, Spain] (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/san-sebastian) 
- [Seoul, South Korea]  (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/seoul) 
- [Shanghai, China]  (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/shanghai) 
- [Tbilisi, Georgia]  (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/tbilisi) 
- [Tokyo, Japan]  (https://culinarybackstreets.com/city-guides/tokyo)