a tasty tale
crafting culinary connections
Discover the flavours of British Columbia with Chew On This Tasty Tours. Our award-winning, locally-led experiences offer more than just great food—they’re a journey into the heart of BC’s culinary scene.
Founded by Lise, a passionate BC resident of nearly 30 years, our tours combine:
- Unique, immersive food experiences
- Support for local businesses
- Cultural insights and community connections
- Accessibility and inclusivity for all guests
Born during the 2020 pandemic, we set out to support small businesses, encourage local exploration, and celebrate culinary entrepreneurship. Today, we continue that mission, creating unforgettable experiences that bring people together through food.
From bustling city streets to hidden neighbourhood gems, join us in exploring the tastes that make BC truly super, natural, and delicious.
Meet Lise
the flavour behind your tour
Lise, our founder and Culinary Experiences Curator, brings her passion for local ingredients, diverse flavours + personal connections to every Chew On This Tasty Tour. With deep roots in BC and extensive hospitality experience, she crafts authentic experiences that celebrate our community’s culinary landscape.
Her commitment to sustainability and authenticity ensures each tour, whether a neighbourhood walk or a chef-hosted dining event, creates delicious, lasting memories.
See our FAQ’s below or contact Lise directly:
Email Lise | Call: 1-855-243-9224
We’re here to guide you to your ideal tasty experience!
Our Core Values
the ingredients of our success
- Community: Creating spaces for shared stories and delicious food.
- Sustainability: Supporting local producers and minimizing our ecological footprint.
- Authenticity: Curating genuine experiences and building real relationships.
- Inclusivity: Welcoming all to celebrate diverse culinary cultures.
- Education: Sharing the heritage and significance behind every bite.
- Innovation: Constantly cooking up fresh ideas and unique experiences.
- Guest Satisfaction: Exceeding expectations for memorable adventures.
- Collaboration: Partnering with local businesses to enrich our community.
- Quality: Delivering excellence in every tour stop and interaction.
From intimate walking tours to immersive dining experiences, these values guide us in showcasing the best of local cuisine and connecting you with the people and places behind the food.
Our Recipe for Success
VISION: To cultivate vibrant communities through immersive culinary experiences that celebrate local flavours and foster meaningful connections.
MISSION: To curate exceptional culinary adventures that highlight the diversity and richness of local food scenes, support small businesses, and create lasting memories for our guests.
Acknowledgment of Indigenous Lands
Chew On This acknowledges that we are privileged to operate our tours on the unceded on the unceded territory of the q̓ʷɑ:n̓ƛ̓ən̓ (Kwantlen), Máthxwi (Matsqui), se’mya’me (Semiahmoo), and q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie) First Nations. We also work in the place where hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh speaking peoples, the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations and the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation of the Nuu-chah-nulth peoples and the traditional keepers of their land have occupied the lands since time immemorial. We are committed to promoting awareness and to supporting the vibrant communities we are privileged to work within. We want to say thank you for allowing us to live, work, and play on your lands.
