Discover Hangzhou's food scene with an English-speaking host who has lived in the city for many years and understands the questions that come with exploring unfamiliar Chinese food.
Traditional noodles, local snacks and neighbourhood eateries are the focus. Your host helps you understand menus, choose dishes and order, while sharing the food culture behind what you eat. The route is shaped around your interests, appetite and the time of your visit.
Food and drinks are purchased separately, giving you the freedom to decide what to try and how much to spend.
This is a private experience exclusively for your booking. Whether travelling alone, as a couple or with friends, no unrelated guests will be added.
Your experience begins when you meet your host at the agreed time and location, normally somewhere convenient and easy to find near the first food stop.
If you prefer, your host can meet you at your accommodation or another suitable location by prior arrangement, subject to location and availability.
Your meeting point, starting time and route will be confirmed before the tour, taking into account your accommodation area, food interests and preferences.
Meet in the main lobby of the former Landison Plaza Hotel, now InterContinental, or at an agreed location, such as your accommodation or near the first food stop, subject to availability. Final meeting details will be confirmed before the tour.
Discover Hangzhou's food culture through a personalized exploration of historic streets, neighborhood eateries, noodle shops and lively food markets. Depending on your interests and the time of day, we may explore local specialties such as Pian'er Chuan noodles, street-side claypots, dumplings, grilled skewers, savory pancakes and regional Chinese favorites. Your host will help you navigate menus, discover unfamiliar ingredients and experience everyday food culture. The route and stops are flexible, taking into account your interests and local availability. You are welcome to share your food preferences, special requests or places you'd like to explore with your host in advance or at any time during the experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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