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A Glass of Eden “Carlsbad’s Miracle Water”

Frazier’s Well / Alt Karlsbad             In 1883, Captain John Frazier tapped a mineral spring on his homestead in Carlsbad.  This water was found to be very similar in composition to the Bohemian spa water of Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic or better known as Karlsbad.  In English, it is sometimes called also Carlsbad (after…

Wicked Main Lobster Carlsbad – Park 101

Wicked Main Lobster is an East Coast style seafood shack, serving up Fresh Maine Lobster dishes, and fried food baskets! It has a new location in Carlsbad in a shared space with Park 101. MAINE LOBSTER ROLL LOBSTER MAC N CHEESE CALIFORNIA LOBSTER ROLL Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado with Lemon Garlic Aioli Sauce LOBSTER TACOS 3X Visit their website to find out more about their menu options: Park101carlsbad.com/Wicked-Maine-Lobster #wickedmainelobster #park101carlsbad #carlsbadca Written by: Cherimarie Poulos Owner & Founder of Carlsbad Food Tours Cheri has a strong connection to Carlsbad. One of her daughter’s was Miss Carlsbad 2005. So, she voted herself to be Mrs. Carlsbad. Now the Chief Foodie & Founder of Carlsbad Food Tours! She loves Carlsbad & is happy to share her knowledge of local history and great eateries.  When she is not horseback riding, she is hanging out…

Hiking in Carlsbad

The City of Carlsbad has nearly 50 miles of trails, supporting a healthy active lifestyle for it’s residents and visitors. Here are 10 of Visit Carlsbad Hiking Trail favorites: 1. BATIQUITOS LAGOON HIKE The Batiquitos Lagoon trail is the most well-known trail of the area and provides a wonderful nature experience being so close to the water…

NEW VILLAGE ARTS LAUNCHES THE NEXT STAGE $2.5 MILLION COMPREHENSIVE FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN

New Village Arts Theater has been the cultural heart of Carlsbad for over 20 years.  They are committed to attracting and retaining exceptional artistic talents with a wide varying identities and backgrounds, that represents the diversity of our community while creating a space that encourages true artistic expression. The New Stage Renovation will include  both…

10 Reasons To Be Jealous Of Carlsbad

It’s not Carlsbad’s fault that it’s such an incredibly cool place to live. But that doesn’t stop others from being jealous!  To fully understand just how wonderful this slice of paradise truly is, here are 10 reasons why other cities dream about Carlsbad. 1.  Carlsbad’s idyllic setting gives beach lovers easy access to some of…

Changes in Carlsbad Amid COVID

During COVID 19 global pandemic, a new sense of normal has taken shape.  No matter who you are and where you come from, the pandemic has influenced lives in every community and Carlsbad is no different.  As a community we are all working together to figure out how to best navigate this new normal. One…

The Baking Frenzy in Quarantine

The quarantine stress baking frenzy is driving thousands of locked up Americans into their kitchens to knead dough and bake bread as a way of coping with life under quarantine. See hashtag: #quarantinebaking or just #baking in general on the social media channels. Homemade sourdough bread seems to be the ultimate bread making experience. History has shown us that people bake in times of distress and uncertainty. Quarantine baking is as much about the process as it is about the final product, it’s a meditative process for stress reduction.  Baking is mindful process in which you are in the present moment of here and now.  Baking can also give one a sense of control, you start a project and finish it within a prescribed time frame.  Focus, focus, focus, that is what baking gives you. It allows you to focus…

How To Save Big When Booking Your Flights For Carlsbad!

People are always skeptical when it comes to booking cheap flights. A lot of people think booking early can help them find more affordable and cheap flights. Some even consider opting for last-minute deals to be the best way to save money while traveling locally or internationally. Whether you are looking for cheap flights to…

Taste of Carlsbad Care Package Gift Box

Taste of Carlsbad Box We got your back, Carlsbad! Helping Small Businesses Survive During COVID 19! With our food tours on hold until our beloved city recovers, we wanted to find a way to still support our local restaurants and community. Taste of Carlsbad Gift Box will feature a rotating mix of 4 unique Carlsbad food specialty shops….

Support Local Carlsbad Businesses

To support our local businesses, Carlsbad Food Tours has curated a Taste of Carlsbad Gift Box that features various Carlsbad food vendors. Support local small businesses in Carlsbad during COVID-19 shutdown Local businesses are owned and operated by your neighbors! They care about and our invested in the well-being of your community. Local businesses are…

Good Food – Good Mood

Good Food, Good Mood: How to Eat Right to Feel Right. Eating good can reduce stress, boost energy, help focus, and improve sleep.

5 Things to do in Carlsbad during the holidays!

Take a stroll in the village Play at the beach Enjoy the Carlsbad Street Murals Wine Tasting Carlsbad Food Tours

COVID-19 updates for Carlsbad Food Tours

We at Carlsbad Food Tours understand that with uncertainty around the corona virus  many of you are rethinking your travel plans and activities. As a member of our foodie community, we want to take this opportunity to share some of the initiatives we are implementing to keep you, our employees, and our neighborhoods safe. If you’ve already booked tickets on an experience and feel uncomfortable keeping your booking, we have flexible and reasonable travel adjustment options for your upcoming experiences. We are happy to refund your ticket or reschedule it to a later date.  You may also want to exchange your ticket for an e-certificate (which never expire), that way you can use it in the future! Contact us and we’d love to help you. All employees are washing and sanitizing their hands throughout their tour.  Simple health tips to…

Carlsbad Airbnb Experiences

Carlsbad Airbnb Experiences: Offer a wide variety of fun things to do in Carlsbad, California.  Enjoy local art classes, yoga, bike riding, surf lessons and many more activities. Top rated, one of a kind local experiences led by people who love where they’re from and what they do.  The groups are small and intimate so…