5.0 (1.0 k) · Charleston · By Undiscovered Charleston Free cancellation Likely to sell out
Charleston's only chef-led historic walking tour, cooking demonstration, and lunch! Our experience begins with a 90-minute food history walking tour in the historic district, followed by a cooking demonstration, lunch, and paired wine tasting at the popular local's spot, Bistro a Vin. It's led by Charleston's only South Carolina Chef Ambassador & Palmetto Guild Certified tour guide, Forrest Parker. Leading the teams at some of Charleston's most iconic restaurants, Parker has been called a "visionary who calls upon the culture, history & flavor traditions of South Carolina to create heritage-infused experiences." Parker was recognized by then Governor Nikki Haley as a S.C. Chef Ambassador in 2016, a capstone for a culinary career that began in 1995.
Chef Forrest invites you to take the path less traveled; to see, touch, sip, and taste the Undiscovered Charleston!
✓ For those who do not wish to have wine, Charleston sweet tea and filtered water will be available.✓ Each guest will leave with copies of Chef Forrest's recipes.✓ Cooking Demonstration by Chef Forrest Parker✓ 90-minute walking tour of Charleston's historic district✓ Bistro Au Vin provides wine tasting pours paired with Chef Forrest's recipes. (Additional wine available for purchase on consumption.)✓ Chef Forrest will demonstrate how to prepare three of his recipes with heritage Lowcountry ingredients then serve you lunch with carefully curated wine pairings from Bistro a Vin.Activity Schedule
4 h
Charleston's acclaimed Chef Forrest Parker guides you along an undiscovered path where food and history meet in historic Charleston, distilling 400 years into a walking tour experience culminating with a cooking demonstration and three-course tasting of the iconic flavors of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Chef Forrest leads you on a 90-minute walking tour unlike any other in the city, as the only certified chef tour guide, exploring the complicated history of the Holy City and the culinary influences that shaped Charleston into one of the world's top food destinations. You'll visit the not-to-be-missed sights, but also the lesser-known and understood locations where, for example, an enslaved chef created a recipe that still helps define local menus. The tour concludes at a cozy bistro where you relax while Chef Forrest demonstrates how to prepare the recipes he wrote interpreting definitive Lowcountry classics, and prepared using techniques he mastered over two decades. You'll enjoy a lunch with each of those courses carefully paired with wine, and then take his recipes home with you as our gift to you.
Charleston Waterfront Park Rainbow Row
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
Waterfront Park, also called Joe Riley Waterfront Park is at the end of a street called Vendue Range. We'll meet at the famous Pineapple fountain in the middle of the park.
Waterfront Park, also called Joe Riley Waterfront Park is at the end of a street called Vendue Range. We'll meet at the famous Pineapple fountain in the middle of the park.
Please provide your mobile or paper ticket to Chef Forrest at the beginning of the tour.
Meeting Location: Waterfront Park, also called Joe Riley Waterfront Park is at the end of a street called Vendue Range. We'll meet at the famous Pineapple fountain, which isn't the first fountain you see. Turn right at the first fountain and walk along the battery until you see the one that looks like a giant pineapple. Look for Chef Forrest in his Undiscovered Charleston chef coat! The Prioleau Parking Garage is just around the corner.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness Guests must be 21 or older, with the exception of older teenagers accompanying parents FOOD ALLERGIES! I regularly cook, handle, prepare and serve meats, shellfish, eggs, dairy, nuts and gluten. That said, if you require reasonable accommodation of any food allergies, aversions or special diets: most common special diets etc. can be accommodated, provided I'm aware in advance. Vegetarians, vegans, pescatarians, dairy allergies, nut allergies & celiacs are all welcome, provided I'm aware in advance. I'm not a restaurant and if I'm not aware in advance I will not be prepared. If you are requesting reasonable accommodation, I STRONGLY URGE YOU TO MESSAGE ME DIRECTLY. Undiscovered Charleston: Half Day Food, Wine & History Tour with Cooking Class
Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Arrive at the meeting point on time. Inform the chef in advance of any dietary restrictions or allergies. Bring your appetite and a willingness to learn! Consider the Prioleau Parking Garage for convenient parking. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 135016P1
Activity offered by Undiscovered Charleston via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Food enthusiasts History buffs Couples Adults (21+) Chef-led historic walking tour Cooking demonstration and tasting Wine pairings included Learn about Charleston's culinary history Receive Chef Forrest's recipes to take home
Population 150,227 (2020)
Elevation 6 m
Currency United States dollar
Driving on the right
Power plugs A, B · 120 V
Emergency number 911
Capital city Washington, D.C. Average temperatures 9° Jan 11° Feb 14° Mar 19° Apr 23° May 27° Jun 28° Jul 27° Aug 25° Sept 20° Oct 14° Nov 11° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the meeting point for the tour? + We'll meet at the famous Pineapple fountain in Waterfront Park (Joe Riley Waterfront Park), at the end of Vendue Range street.
What should I do if I have food allergies? + Please message the chef directly in advance to arrange for reasonable accommodation of any food allergies, aversions, or special diets. Common diets like vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, and those with dairy, nut, or gluten allergies can be accommodated with prior notice.
What is included in the tour? + The tour includes a 90-minute walking tour, a cooking demonstration by Chef Forrest Parker, a three-course lunch with wine pairings, and copies of Chef Forrest's recipes. Sweet tea and filtered water are available for those who don't want wine.
★★★★★ Viator review
Could not recommend this...
aliciamkrebs1, October 2026
Could not recommend this tour with Chef more! A great way to see and understand Charleston’s history, with a delicious 3 course meal at the end!
★★★★★ Viator review
The tour was amazing! We...
Erin_P, October 2026
The tour was amazing! We learned and saw a lot and it was very entertaining. Lunch was incredible. Would highly recommend!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Unique 2 hour walking tour followed by a meal prepared by the Chef/Tour Guide.
263jefferyj, October 2026
This tour is exceptional. Chef Forrest led us on a two hour walking tour of the old part of Charleston. Afterward, he took us to a restaurant where he prepared an unbelievable "low country" meal for us (with wine pairings) and all the while explaining the ingredients and how he was preparing each dish. In addition to being a knowledgable guide he is an accomplished chef. We had an absolute blast. I highly recommend this Tour.
★★★★★ Viator review
Must Do, Book Now
Desiree_M, October 2026
I don't get overly excited about many things and tend to be a tough critic. This tour is a Charleston MUST. Rating 10/5. I'm thrilled our group of 8 registered to fit this experience in on our last day before we flew out. It was the highlight of our vacation and possibly a once in a life time experience. I'll preface this with several in our group are excellent cooks and foodies, we were on cloud nine listening and learning from Chef Forrest. His passion, knowledge and experience shines through.
Tour starts on time, exceptional history tour, we were completely engaged in Forrest's presentation. He is an eloquent speaker and knows how to present information and connect with his group. Our meal was the best we had in Charleston - even better than the local Michelin star restaurant we ate at - we enjoyed She Crab Soup, shrimp and grits, and a baked apple dessert that blew my mind. The wine pairings were outstanding. Every part of the tour connected local history to culinary cuisine. Just amazing.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
A must for Charleston!
erinmc2015, October 2026
Amazing, informative tour with the best food ever 10/10
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