Background

A Culinary Odyssey

Kinsale is a town with many sails or strings to its bow. Originally a Norman walled town which became a thriving fishing port, its Irish name is ‘Ceann tSáile’ which means ‘Head of the Sea’. The town thrived on the prolific mackerel fishery where men fished while their wives and daughters processed fish along the quays and sold to traders.

Over time in Kinsale, fishing was usurped by tourism, helped by its incomparable beauty, medieval architecture and salty sea air. Kinsale has evolved as a world class gourmand’s delight, aided by the proliferation of many high class restaurants and eateries in the town.

The Tour

Sharing stories and tasty treats

In 2021, we are continuing to adhere to current Health and Safety guidelines.Our very popular Town Taster Series continues this year.

1. The much loved Kinsale walking food tour is still alive and well as part of the Series.
2. For outdoor enthusiasts, we run foraging and picnic tours. This incorporates food tastings as well as coastal foraging. We travel to the coast to forage and identify edible, wild shellfish, seaweed and plants.
3. A brand new Private Yacht Picnic Charter offering an exclusive, luxury experience with a half-day sailing.

All food tastings are included in the tour price.For more information, check out our wonderful Town Taster Series here!

Profile

Founder & Lead Guide

Suzanne Burns started these tours from a combined love for the town itself and an obsession with food, its origins and the coast. Her career started as a Zoologist, focusing on freshwater and marine plants and animals.

Her work took her travelling and she worked as a researcher as well as a professional guide in New Zealand, Canada and Ireland. On returning to Ireland, she started her own tour guiding business in 2015 and is delighted to be adding the Kinsale Food Tour to her repertoire. Kinsale Food Tours is part of the Wild Atlantic Way

Contact

Email: suzanne@kinsalefoodtours.com
Phone: 00353(85)1076113

George Bernard Shaw

"There is no sincerer love than the love of food"

Testimonials & Reviews

By far one of our favorite things we did on our 2 week holiday. Suzanne was not only extremely knowledgeable about everything (not just food ),her personality made the experience even more lovely. We will definitely be back and we will be more adventurous. We will be doing the “food and foraging” tour that she offers next. I simply can not express just how great this was!!!!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! ☘️

Kasey & Larry Apken, South Carolina, US.

We had such a fantastic day out with Suzanne, who introduced us to some fabulous food and such lovely people who took so much pride in what they were offering, plus we also learnt about the history of Kinsale. Suzanne has a great sense of humour, and so easy to get on with, we just spent the day laughing,eating and drinking, it was brilliant !! Come hungry as the portions are BIG !!! If in Kinsale you have to do this tour with Suzanne.

Evelyn Brierly, Dublin

The Town Taster Series FAQ

Safety Measures

All our tours and venues are working within recommended HSE & Government guidelines.

Consumption of Food

For outdoor tours, food can be taken away for later consumption.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund up to 48 hours before tour commencement. No refund issued within 48 hours of tour start time.

Consumption of Alcohol

No alcohol is permitted on the outdoor tours.

Tour Food Amount

Come hungry as you'll be eating a decent portion of food!

Dietary Restrictions

We can accommodate vegetarians, vegans, Halal, coeliacs and some other dietary restrictions. Please inform us at least 48 hours before the tour if you have any special dietary requirements so we can tailor the tour accordingly.

Disclaimer:

Kinsale Food Tours is not responsible for the foods or beverages consumed on its tours. Kinsale Food Tours acts solely as agent in arranging tours, transportation, venue visits and other services and does not assume liability for accidents, delays, injuries, loss or damage due to any act or default of any company, organization or person engaged in transporting passengers, rendering service, or carrying out arrangements for any tour or by the act of default of any restaurant or shop or its employees.

Weather conditions:

We conduct tours rain or shine. You are advised to dress appropriately for weather conditions. Rain jackets/ponchos are advised rather than the use of umbrella's, for people's comfort.

Arriving late:

Please note that your tour guide cannot wait for guests arriving late. Please make sure to make the necessary arrangements to arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the tour. We are on a tight schedule with all the venues we visit.

Suitability

Please note the town tour is best suited for adults and enthusiastic foodie teenagers. Our picnic and forarging tours are suitable for the whole family.