Mon, Aug 07
|Los Angeles
TASTE OF: LA GOURMET BUS TOURS!
From iconic dishes to off-menu delights, the TASTE OF: LA Gourmet Tours by LA Explained & Bristol Farms will test your knowledge, tempt your tastebuds, and share the secret ingredients of L.A.’s flavorful past, present, and future!
Time & Location
Aug 07, 2023, 12:34 PM – 12:49 PM
Los Angeles, Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA
About the event
Discover the story of L.A., as told through food, aboard the TASTE OF: LA Gourmet Bus Tour!
From iconic dishes to off-menu delights, the TASTE OF: LA Gourmet Tours will test your knowledge, tempt your tastebuds, and share the secret ingredients of LA’s flavorful past, present, and future! Southern California gourmet grocer Bristol Farms & LA’s hippest historians LA Explained invite hungry, history loving Angelenos on a one-of-a-kind tour through time, space, and taste.
Climb aboard each Saturday and Sunday (from July 22 - August 6) as you navigate to some of the city’s most delicious destinations and explore an illustrious blend of architecture, culture, and cuisine on an open-air, double-decker Starline tour bus.
Join us for an exclusive culinary journey through Los Angeles with our friend Eric Evavold, an expert tour guide and LA native with over 30 years of experience. Each carefully curated pin, partner, and point of interest on the limited edition LA Explained x Bristol Farms MENU MAP will unveil a tantalizing new chapter of LA's culinary narrative. This event is a must-attend for anyone passionate about the city's history and vibrant food culture! Don't miss this opportunity to explore the hidden gems of LA's culinary scene with an esteemed guide who has dedicated his life to sharing the city's heritage and preserving its past.
The tour will feature exclusive guided tours & tastings; including a famous bowl of chili at one of the city's most legendary restaurants – Chasen's. Nestled within the Bristol Farms on Beverly Blvd., the space that once housed Old Hollywood’s hotspot will showcase an extraordinary collection of archives and ephemera. Passengers will also get a taste of history in the making from some of the finest gourmet brands, founders, and forward-thinking foodies in the ultimate road trip goodie bag curated by Bristol Farms!
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
* A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure
* Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks
* Guided Tours & Tastings at Mel's Drive-In (& More!)
*(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring snacks and drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!)
*(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms
*(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms
* Cold & Hot Refreshments
* Photo Opportunities
+THREE Tasting Experiences at some of LA's most Delicious Destinations!
#1: YAMASHIRO // Contemporary Japanese Cuisine
begin Your culinary journey with a tasting experience at one of LA's oldest and most historic restaurants – Yamashiro. Discover the building's captivating history while indulging in samples from the new and improved menu from Executive chef Jae hee lee. Delight in signature and specialty cocktails & mocktails before sneaking out the backdoor to the shuttles that await to whisk you to your next location.
#2: MEL'S DRIVE-IN // Iconic American Diner On The Sunset Strip
Next, pick a song on the jukebox and explore the memorabilia adorning the walls as you sample classic menu Items from Mel's Drive-In on the Sunset Strip. Renowned for its role in the George Lucas film "American Graffiti", this iconic LA eatery is synonymous with American car culture and is adored by locals and tourists alike for its 50s-style diner fare and vintage atmosphere that captures the embodies the essence of a bygone era.
#3: CHASEN'S (AT BRISTOL FARMS) // A Taste of Old Hollywood History
Then, Step back in time to visit one of LA's most legendary Restaurants – Chasen's where part of the original booths from the iconic eatery have been preserved at Bristol Farms in West Hollywood. Explore a sample of the authentic archives and ephemera from our upcoming pop-up museum & enjoy an all-star line-up of old hollywood favorites from Bristol Farms. You'll indulge in a bowl of chasen's world-famous chili, savor "THE COOKIE" from Bristol Farms, and sip a 'Brown Derby' Cocktail by Maker's Mark – paying homage to yet another iconic and beloved LA eatery.
TENATIVE TOUR SCHEDULE:
Weekend 1: Saturday July 22, 2023 & Sunday July 23, 2023
Weekend 2: Saturday July 29, 2023 & Sunday July 30th, 2023
Weekend 3: Saturday August 5th & Sunday August 6th, 2023
[Check-in: 5:00- 6:30PM // Tour: 6:30 - 9:30PM]
ADDITIONAL TOUR DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED BY POPULAR DEMAND!
THANK YOU, LA!!!
Tickets
JULY 22* [PREVIEW SPECIAL!]
THIS TICKET INCLUDES: * A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure * Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks * Guided Tours & Tastings at Delicious Destinations like Yamashiro, Mel's Drive-In (& More!) *(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring Snacks and Drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!) *(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms *(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms * Cold & Hot Refreshments * Photo Opportunities
$65.00Tax: +$4.71 Sales Tax +$1.74 service feeSold OutJULY 23* [PREVIEW SPECIAL!]
THIS TICKET INCLUDES: * A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure * Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks * Guided Tours & Tastings at Delicious Destinations like Yamashiro, Mel's Drive-In (& More!) *(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring Snacks and Drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!) *(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms *(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms * Cold & Hot Refreshments * Photo Opportunities
$65.00Tax: +$4.71 Sales Tax +$1.74 service feeSold OutJULY 29
THIS TICKET INCLUDES: * A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure * Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks * Guided Tours & Tastings at Delicious Destinations like Yamashiro, Mel's Drive-In (& More!) *(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring Snacks and Drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!) *(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms *(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms * Cold & Hot Refreshments * Photo Opportunities
$99.00Tax: +$7.18 Sales Tax +$2.65 service feeSold OutJULY 30
THIS TICKET INCLUDES: * A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure * Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks * Guided Tours & Tastings at Delicious Destinations like Yamashiro, Mel's Drive-In (& More!) *(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring Snacks and Drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!) *(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms *(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms * Cold & Hot Refreshments * Photo Opportunities
$99.00Tax: +$7.18 Sales Tax +$2.65 service feeSold OutAUGUST 5
THIS TICKET INCLUDES: * A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure * Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks * Guided Tours & Tastings at Delicious Destinations like Yamashiro, Mel's Drive-In (& More!) *(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring Snacks and Drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!) *(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms *(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms * Cold & Hot Refreshments * Photo Opportunities
$99.00Tax: +$7.18 Sales Tax +$2.65 service feeSold OutAUGUST 6
THIS TICKET INCLUDES: * A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure * Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks * Guided Tours & Tastings at Delicious Destinations like Yamashiro, Mel's Drive-In (& More!) *(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring Snacks and Drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!) *(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms *(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms * Cold & Hot Refreshments * Photo Opportunities
$99.00Tax: +$7.18 Sales Tax +$2.65 service feeSold OutAUGUST 11
THIS TICKET INCLUDES: * A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure * Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks * Guided Tours & Tastings at Delicious Destinations like Yamashiro, Mel's Drive-In (& More!) *(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring Snacks and Drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!) *(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms *(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms * Cold & Hot Refreshments * Photo Opportunities
$99.00Tax: +$7.18 Sales Tax +$2.65 service feeSale endedAUGUST 18
THIS TICKET INCLUDES: * A 3.5 Hour Culinary Adventure * Exclusive Access to Some of LA's Most Iconic Eateries & Beloved Landmarks * Guided Tours & Tastings at Delicious Destinations like Yamashiro, Mel's Drive-In (& More!) *(1) Ultimate road trip goodie bag (featuring Snacks and Drinks curated by Bristol Farms for your journey!) *(1) Bowl of Chasen's Famous Chili from Bristol Farms *(1) Serving of "The Cookie" from Bristol Farms * Cold & Hot Refreshments * Photo Opportunities
$99.00Tax: +$7.18 Sales Tax +$2.65 service feeSale endedEARLY BIRD WAITLIST
Lock in your spot today for our highly anticipated tour dates in August and September by reserving your tickets now! With waitlist tickets, you're granted the exclusive privilege of selecting your preferred tour date before the public reveal!
$99.00Tax: +$7.18 Sales Tax +$2.65 service feeSale ended
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