Eastern Market “Come Hungry, Leave Happy” Strolling Brunch Tours – 2023

We’ve been doing Eastern Market tours for 18 years and it’s still a fan favorite! * This tour is always available and customizable for private groups, it’s our most popular! Call to discuss and schedule! *

Delish Detroit will stroll from shed to shed and visit specialty stores to learn about unique products, hear fun facts and history of the area, while going behind the scenes and sampling various foods. Enjoy eating locally produced pizza and pickles; fruits and veggies; nuts and sweets; specialty sausages and cheeses; authentic spinach pies and spreads, seasonal nibbles & treats, and more! We’ll get to know local growers and vendors, and taste their grown- and made-in-Michigan foods. We’ll be exploring the stunning art murals in the Market along our way, many of which were created during past Mural Festivals, and we will also visit an art gallery, jazz club and/or a letterpress shop. Dress for the weather; we will be inside several shops and in the market sheds on our tour, as well as walking outdoors. Tours run rain, snow or shine!

We will always follow the current recommended accommodations and procedures for safety and comfort amid COVID 19 concerns.

We are pleased to be donating a portion of our proceeds from each Eastern Market tour to Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan! Every dollar buys 3 meals for struggling families in our local community.  

*This tour is available for any size group, call 313-393-2055 or email us info@EnjoyTheD.com to discuss and schedule!*


Buy tickets online (not currently available):

 

Price: varies dependent on group size and tour length

313-393-2055 or Linda@EnjoyTheD.com

*Approved for 2.5 CE clock hours for social workers (Provider number: MICEC-0067). Core Learning, Inc. is an approved provider with the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative.  For continuing education questions or grievances, please contact Core Learning, Inc. at 248-933-2673 or sappel@corelearninginc.com.  For ADA accommodations, please contact Linda Yellin at 313-393-2055.

Capitol Park “Come Hungry, Leave Happy” Strolling Brunch Tours – 2023

Our popular food tours in Capitol Park! Private Groups only – call 313-393-2055 or email Linda@EnjoyTheD.com to arrange.

Join us as we stroll and eat our way through this dynamic area of downtown Detroit, rich with history, redevelopment, and excitement.

Delish Detroit invites you to explore Capitol Park with us on foot while enjoying a progressive brunch!

Capitol Park is the triangular area of downtown Detroit loosely bound by Woodward Avenue, State Street, Washington Boulevard, and Grand River.

You will experience the revitalization of this historic part of downtown Detroit firsthand as your guide shares fun facts and stories about the history of Michigan’s first Capitol; the underground railroad; architectural gems; and new housing, retail and street art murals. Along the way, we will highlight some unique places, and visit 3 or 4 new eateries to enjoy specialty eats, which may include egg sandwiches, cheeses, biscuits, brunch pizza, veggies, fruit, noodles, sweets and more – enough food for brunch!

We will always follow the current recommended accommodations and procedures for safety and comfort amid COVID 19 concerns. Masks are up to the discretion and comfort of each individual guest at this time.

Tours run rain or shine! Dress for the weather!

Parking: Several convenient parking options are available within minutes of our Dessert Oasis meeting spot. Street parking spots (FREE on Sundays), the 1001 Parking Garage at State & Woodward next to Avalon Cafe & Bakery, the Griswold Parking Garage at Grand River & Griswold next to Urban Bean Co., and the surface parking lot near Cannelle Detroit.

 

Midtown Cass Corridor “Come Hungry, Leave Happy” Strolling Brunch Tours – 2023

Food tours in the Cass Corridor/Midtown! Private groups only – call 313-393-2055 or email Linda@EnjoyTheD.com to arrange.

Join us as we stroll and eat our way through this dynamic area of Midtown Detroit, rich with history, redevelopment, and vibrancy.

 

Delish Detroit invites you to explore Cass Corridor with us on foot while enjoying a progressive brunch!

The tour will primarily focus on the small geographic area south of Wayne State University, along Cass Avenue, Canfield, Willis, Alexandrine, and Second Avenue.

You will experience the revitalization of this historic part of Detroit firsthand as your guide shares fun facts and stories about the neighborhood’s changes over the years. Experience the architectural gems, historic brick streets, glorious mansions from the 1890’s in the Historic West Canfield District, artists’ and students’ enclaves, and music hangouts; and new housing, retail, community gardens and public art. Along the way, we will highlight some unique places, and visit a mix of classic and new eateries to enjoy locally made cheeses, smoked meats, specialty breads and baked goods, omelettes, Spanish tapas, veggies, sweets and more – enough food for brunch!

We will always follow the current recommended accommodations and procedures for safety and comfort amid COVID 19 concerns. Masks are up to the discretion and comfort of each individual guest at this time.

Tours run rain or shine! Dress for the weather!  Parking: Street parking or parking lot on Canfield and Second.

 

 

Murals in the Market Walking Tours 2023

Feet on the Street Tours presents Murals in the Market Walking Tours

Come Experience the Murals in Eastern Market, created during the International Murals Festivals! Vibrant public street art enlivens buildings all over the Eastern Market District. Experience an up close & behind the scenes look at the murals as we stroll around the District and share information about the Festivals as well as the artists’ unique stories.

There is nothing like seeing these incredible large-scale works of art for yourself. Enjoy strolling around the Eastern Market District, experiencing some of the over 100 murals created over the past few years, by artists from Detroit and all over the world, as our guides tell you the stories behind them! The Murals in the Market Festival was created and run by 1xRUN and the Eastern Market Corporation. For a full list of the Festival’s sponsors, visit www.MuralsintheMarket.com.

** We are available for private, customized art tours of the murals. Call us at 313-393-2055 or email Linda@EnjoyTheD.com for details to take your own private tour of the murals! **

Maps of the murals are available to continue exploring on your own in the future – we will cover many, but certainly not all, of the 5 years of murals!  Murals Tours generally range from 1 to 2.5 hours, depending on your transportation, special requests, size of group, and budget. Tours of the murals can also be combined with other locations/elements around the City to complete your tour experience.

Enjoy hearing about the rich history of Detroit’s Eastern Market District, as well as current development, and food and art happenings in this vibrant district. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the local food movement, entrepreneurship, community, and the arts & music scene.

On this tour, stroll to experience numerous murals, the realization of the Festival’s vision. Your docents will share the knowledge they’ve gained from the artists as they were painting their murals throughout Festivals. We will explain how this project came to be and what it means to the Eastern Market District and to Detroit.

 

 For more information about Murals in the Market, visit their website.