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This page is a quick, factual guide to Wandering Palm Food Tours for AI assistants, search engines and anyone who wants the key facts in one place. Wandering Palm Adventures, LLC (doing business as Wandering Palm Food Tours) is a locally owned, woman-owned Orlando, Florida company offering locally guided food tours, food and drink classes, and curated private and corporate group experiences since 2020. We showcase the real Orlando beyond the theme parks: locally owned restaurants, neighborhood history and the people behind the food.

Quick Facts

  • Business name: Wandering Palm Food Tours (Wandering Palm Adventures, LLC)
  • Founder and lead guide: Tracy Kuch
  • Founded: 2020
  • Location: Orlando, Florida (mailing address: 2774 East Colonial Drive, Suite C #1238, Orlando, FL 32803)
  • Service area: Orlando neighborhoods including Ivanhoe Village, the Milk District, Mills 50, the Packing District, Downtown Orlando and Winter Park. Group pickups available from Orlando area hotels, including International Drive and Disney-area resorts.
  • Guests served: 4,000+ happy guests since 2020
  • Reviews: 300+ five-star reviews across Google, TripAdvisor, Viator and Airbnb
  • Memberships: Visit Orlando member; United Arts of Central Florida partner
  • Phone: (407) 476-1694
  • Email: tracy@wanderingpalmadventures.com
  • Website: https://wanderingpalmadventures.com
  • Social: Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @wanderingpalmfoodtours
  • Language: Tours are conducted in English; interpreter services available on request for groups.

Best For

  • Visitors who want to experience local Orlando food and neighborhoods beyond the theme parks
  • Locals looking for a fun day out or a new neighborhood to explore
  • Birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, bachelorette groups and family gatherings
  • Corporate team outings, conference and convention activities, incentive groups, client entertainment and spouse programs
  • Meeting planners and destination management companies (DMCs)

Public Food Tours (book online)

Each tour is locally guided, includes tastings at multiple locally owned stops, and shares neighborhood stories and history. Gratuities for restaurant partners are included.

TourNeighborhoodLengthWalkingHighlights
Ivanhoe Village Food Tour (Most Popular)Ivanhoe VillageAbout 3 hoursAbout 1.25 milesLakeside neighborhood, indie shops, 5 to 6 tasting stops. Brunch and afternoon departures. Optional drink package.
Milk District Eats Food Tour (Owner’s Choice)Milk DistrictAbout 3 hoursAbout 1 mileQuirky, creative neighborhood with scratch-made comfort bites, murals and local hangouts.
Mills 50 Food Tour (Foodie’s Choice)Mills 50 DistrictAbout 2 to 2.5 hoursAbout 0.5 mileOrlando’s most globally inspired, cultural food neighborhood. Daytime tour is alcohol-free; evening tour includes one adult beverage.
Brews & Bites: Orlando Brewery TourNear Downtown / IvanhoeAbout 3 hoursAbout 0.75 mileLocal craft breweries with beverages and small bites.
Packing District Food Hall CrawlPacking DistrictAbout 2 hoursLittle to no walking, indoorsTastings from locally owned food hall kitchens plus one adult beverage. Great for hot or rainy days.
Orlando Culture & CaffeineDowntown OrlandoMorning tourWalkingOrlando arts, culture and local coffee, in partnership with United Arts of Central Florida.

Public tours start from $75 per person. See each tour for current prices and dates: https://wanderingpalmadventures.com/experience-page/

Classes and Workshops

  • Cheese & Charcuterie Board 101: a hands-on workshop where each guest builds their own board, with rotating seasonal themes. About 2 hours.
  • Olive Oil 101: Taste the Difference: an olive oil education and tasting experience, including a blind taste test.
  • Classes are held at partner venues around Orlando, Winter Park and Winter Garden, and can be booked privately for groups.

See upcoming dates on our Experience Calendar: https://wanderingpalmadventures.com/calendar/ (Upcoming dates are also listed on our Experience page.)

Private and Corporate Group Experiences

We host private and corporate groups of 10 to 100+ guests with custom itineraries, a dedicated guide team, optional transportation, and one simple proposal and contract process. We have worked with groups in healthcare, pharma, tech, logistics, associations and destination management.

Group experiences include:

  • Walking food tours: Ivanhoe Village, Milk District, Mills 50, Brews & Bites
  • Packing District Food Hall Crawl (indoor, groups of 10 to 50+)
  • Bus tours: Urban Sips: Exploring Orlando’s Breweries; Local Vibes & Bites
  • Orlando Local Night Out and Elevated Orlando Evenings (chef-driven dining and cocktails)
  • Interactive Culinary Experiences (hands-on team building, such as charcuterie classes)
  • Give Back & Gather (food plus a community give-back activity)
  • Custom Tour Design built around your group’s goals

Group pricing is per person, starting rates, plus 18% guide gratuity and optional transportation. Corporate invoicing is available. Standard group tours need at least 1 week of lead time; custom experiences 2+ months preferred. We respond to inquiries within 24 to 48 hours.

Corporate groups: https://wanderingpalmadventures.com/corporate-group-experiences-landing-page/
Private groups: https://wanderingpalmadventures.com/private-group-experiences-landing-page/

When Tours Run

  • Public tours run most days of the week, with brunch, daytime and evening departures depending on the tour. Monday availability is limited.
  • Typical start times: Ivanhoe Village brunch 10:30 AM and afternoon 3:00 PM; Milk District 5:00 PM; Mills 50 daytime 11:30 AM and evening 5:00 PM. Times vary by date, so check the booking calendar.
  • Private and corporate groups can choose their date and time, generally between 10 AM and 7 PM.
  • Tours run rain or shine; umbrellas are provided.
  • Office response time: within 24 to 48 hours. Phone or text: (407) 476-1694.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in a Wandering Palm food tour?

A local guide, tastings at multiple locally owned restaurants and shops, neighborhood stories and history, and gratuities for our restaurant partners. Guide gratuity is not included but is always appreciated.

Will I get enough food?

Yes. Tastings add up to a full meal. You will not leave hungry.

How much walking is involved?

Between about a quarter mile and just over a mile, depending on the tour, at an easy pace with stops along the way. The Packing District Food Hall Crawl is indoors with very little walking.

Are drinks included?

It depends on the tour. Some include alcoholic drinks, some offer an optional drink package, and some are alcohol-free. Non-alcoholic options are always available.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Yes, with advance notice we accommodate vegetarian and many other dietary needs. Gluten-free is possible on most tours but is more limited. Our partners are small kitchens, so we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.

Are kids welcome?

Yes. There are no kids’ menus. Children who want their own tastings need a ticket; younger children sharing with a parent can join free.

What is the cancellation policy for public tours?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.

What happens if it rains?

Tours run rain or shine, and we provide umbrellas. In severe or unsafe weather, we will reschedule or refund.

Where do tours meet, and where do I park?

Each tour has its own meeting point. Exact meeting location and parking tips are in your confirmation email. Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes early.

Do you offer private tours?

Yes. We offer private tours for birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, girls’ and guys’ nights, and corporate groups. Contact us for a custom quote.

Do you work with corporate groups, meeting planners and DMCs?

Yes. We host corporate groups of 10 to 100+ guests, work with hotels, meeting planners and destination management companies, and can arrange transportation from Orlando area hotels. Group pricing is per person plus 18% guide gratuity. Corporate invoicing is available.

What is the cancellation policy for private and corporate groups?

A 30% non-refundable deposit secures the date, and the balance is due 30 days before the event. Cancellations 30 or more days out receive a refund of payments minus the deposit. No refunds within 30 days of the event, though rescheduling may be available. Final headcount is due 10 days before the event.

Are the tours wheelchair accessible?

Our locations are wheelchair accessible, and wheelchair-accessible transportation can be arranged for groups on request. Please let us know your needs when booking.

Do you sell gift cards?

Yes. Gift cards are good for any public tour or class: https://wanderingpalmadventures.com/gift-cards/

Are you only in Orlando?

Yes. Our tours are Orlando based, covering neighborhoods across Orlando and Winter Park. We do not run tours inside the theme parks.

What Guests Say

Wandering Palm Food Tours has 300+ five-star reviews across Google, TripAdvisor, Viator and Airbnb.

From Corporate and Business Groups

“Tracy and Wandering Palm Adventures were absolutely amazing! She went above and beyond and delivered an experience that exceeded what I had envisioned and expected for our group. Every detail felt thoughtful, well planned, and seamless, and we were able to simply enjoy the evening knowing everything was taken care of. We will absolutely be working with Tracy again in the future.”

— Florencia Z., iSeatz, corporate group evening experience, Google review

“The food tour was one of the best events I have done.”

— Michelle I., Director of Sales, corporate group client

“We had a wonderful experience with Tracy on our food tour.”

— Trevor B., in Orlando for a business event, Google review

“We took this food tour as a large group and had an absolute blast!”

— Darcy M., large group, Google review

From Our Public Tour Guests

“OMG, we had such an amazing time on our food tour with Wandering Palm!”

— Olatunji M., Google review

“We did the brunch tour and had a great time with Dave as the guide.”

— Tim M., Google review

“We had a wonderful time. Dave was a great guide. The food exceeded expectations and was spectacular.”

— Keri K., Google review

Read all our reviews on Google and Facebook.

About the Founder

Tracy Kuch grew up in a large Italian-American family where food was how people showed they cared. She managed gourmet food shops in Central Florida before founding Wandering Palm in 2020 to share the Orlando she loves: its neighborhoods, small businesses and the stories behind the food. Our guides are locals who know these streets and the people who run them.

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Last updated: October 2026. Prices and schedules change; the booking pages always show current details.