Exceptional food experience, like no other in Perth. Small group food tour - maximum of 12 people. Scheduled on multiple dates throughout the year.
Perth is incredibly fortunate to have a food culture enriched by families who migrated to Australia from around the world and made Western Australia home, bringing with them generations of knowledge, skills and traditions. Urban Traders takes you into the heart of this delicious legacy, exploring Perth’s inner city through specialty stores, kitchens and family businesses. Every stop is chosen not simply for the food, but for the people behind it and what they have contributed to the way we eat in Perth today.
What's in store on this food adventure
The Day
Italian Butcher – Step inside a traditional Italian butcher and discover the specialties behind the counter. Portuguese Bakery – Taste a freshly baked Portuguese custard tart. Coffee Stop – Try a Viennese-style Einspanner. European Grocer – Explore the shelves of one of Perth’s much-loved family food stores. Noodle Maker & Lunch – Watch noodles being made before sitting down to a delicious noodle lunch. Asian Supermarket – Finish inside a huge family-run Asian supermarket we’ve known and shopped with for more than 30 years.
The People
Behind the shopfronts are families and food traders who have helped shape Perth’s culinary identity, some over several generations. Meet a third-generation Italian butcher, discover the enduring influence of one of Perth’s much-loved Greek food families, and step inside an Asian grocery business we’ve known for more than 30 years. These personal connections open doors, start conversations and introduce you to a side of Perth you’d be unlikely to discover on your own.
The Food
Perth’s food story has been shaped by generations of migrants who brought treasured recipes, traditional skills and a passion for quality to Western Australia. Taste your way through Europe and Asia, from Italian butchery and Portuguese pastries to handmade noodles and the extraordinary ingredients found in specialist grocers. It’s a delicious snapshot of the cultures and traditions that continue to shape the way Perth eats today.
Helpful Information
- A full-day of hosted food experiences.
- A small group of no more than 12 guests.
- Comfortable transport throughout the day in our air-conditioned private tour vehicle.
- DEPARTURE & RETURN – Alfred Cove: depart 8.30am, return approximately 3.30pm. Barrack Street Jetty, Perth: depart 9.00am, return approximately 3.00pm.
- PLEASE ARRIVE 10 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME – Allow plenty of time to park and make your way to your chosen departure point. The bus must leave promptly at the stated departure time.
- A carefully planned itinerary introducing you to local food businesses, makers, growers and producers.
- Behind-the-scenes access, tastings and conversations along the way.
- Morning coffee at specialty laneway venue accompanied by a freshly baked Portuguese Custard tart.
- An inner-city noodle-bowl lunch featuring fresh egg noodles made by the owner using an ancient bamboo pole method.
- Shopping opportunities at selected stops. TIP: Purchase an MOT coolbag and ice brick on checkout (or bring your own) for all your goodies.
- Hosted throughout by founders Tracey and Anthony, sharing the stories, connections and food knowledge that bring the day together.
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