Flavors of Miami: Where Culture Meets Coastline

  🪘 What’s the Global Griot Society?
A collective of culture chasers, flavor seekers, and soulful explorers.
We share early access, behind-the-scenes looks, and curated extras for travelers who know the journey is deeper than the destination. 

Where Stories Sizzle and Culture Travels with You

Welcome to Miami, where every bite has a backstory and every block hums with heritage. From Afro-Caribbean beats to Cuban cafés and street art to soulful brunches, this 2-day flavor trail was crafted to hit all five senses, curated by Culinary Culture Tours with a Global Griot twist.

Here, we honor the griot tradition: storytellers, culture-keepers, and vibe curators. Whether it’s Zola & Ziya guiding your path or a local chef serving ancestral spice, this isn’t just a trip, it’s a journey through taste, time, and tradition.

You’ve got two ways to experience your Taste of Miami getaway:

🔹 Self-Book Option:
Click “BOOK IT YOURSELF – FLIGHTS, HOTELS, ACTIVITIES” on our website to explore the same trusted portal we use for client bookings.
Select Activities → Miami → your travel dates → Food & Drink to find everything listed in this itinerary.

🔹 Full-Service Option:everything, flightseverything,  flights, hotels, transfers, and curated foodie tours, all in one place. You’ll receive a detailed quote and itinerary through Culinary Culture Tours, with secure PayPal invoicing for easy payments.

Full-Service Add-Ons:
Some experiences, like seasonal add ons aren’t listed but can be added to your itinerary. Reach out for a custom package, and we’ll handle the details

No Miami food journey is complete without a stop at Chef Creole, where Haitian heritage takes center stage in every spicy snapper, pikliz, and plate of fried plantains. Family-owned, full of life, and unapologetically bold.
📍 Locations: N. Miami, Little Haiti, Miami Gardens, choose your vibe.
🕒 Tip: Not on the booking engine, but we’ll map it for you in our full-service plan.

🥟 Little Havana Food and Walking Tour
Stroll down Calle Ocho and taste authentic Cuban bites from family-run eateries. Feel the aroma of Cuban coffee, fresh-pressed juices, and sizzling empanadas.
💡 Listed as: “Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami”

🥃 Little Havana Cigar & Rum Tasting Experience
Unwind with a private rum and cigar pairing — where Afro-Cuban roots meet smooth indulgence.
💡 Listed as: “Little Havana Cigar & Rum Tasting Experience”

🎨 Wynwood Walls Miami Food and Street Art Walking Tour
Explore bold murals and colorful street art while tasting bites inspired by Miami’s Latin and Caribbean influences.
💡 Listed as: “Wynwood Walls Miami Food and Street Art Walking Tour”

🍻 Optional Add-On: Brewery Golf Cart Tour of Wynwood
A fun, scenic ride through Miami’s art district — with plenty of local brews and creative stops.

💡 Listed as: “Small-Group Brewery Golf Cart Tour of Wynwood”
🗓️ Spring Break crowd favorite; available year-round.

🍤 South Beach Food & Art Deco Walking Tour
Taste your way through Ocean Drive — from ceviche and pastelitos to Miami’s vibrant Art Deco history.

💡 Listed as: “South Beach Miami Food and Fun Art Deco Food Tour”

🚢 Miami Millionaire’s Row Cruise

Sail past celebrity mansions, historic islands, and hidden coves — tropical drink in hand.

💡 Listed as: “Miami Millionaire’s Row Cruise”

🎧 Nightlife Add-On: Little Havana Music, Dinner & Drinks Tour
Dance to live Latin rhythms and enjoy Cuban-inspired cocktails under the stars.

💡 Listed as: “Miami Little Havana Nightlife Music Dinner and Drinks”

🥘 Ukrainian Cooking Class in Miami
Explore diaspora flavors with this immersive, hands-on cooking experience celebrating Eastern European culinary traditions.

💡 Listed as: “Ukrainian Cooking Class in Miami”

🍳 5-Course Cultural Brunch Experience

A global brunch fusion bringing together storytelling and soulful bites, perfect for a relaxed Sunday morning.

💡 Listed as: “5-Course Cultural Brunch Experience in Miami”

Looking to turn up the flavor on your Taste of Miami getaway? These seasonal experiences bring together vibrant music, tropical bites, and the city’s one-of-a-kind cultural fusion. Your Culinary Culture Tours itinerary will always feature the best available experiences during your travel window.

🎉 Afro-Carib Festival

📅 Tentatively June (check official event site for this year’s dates)
📍 Usually held at Miramar Amphitheater

Live performances, Caribbean eats, and cultural showcases celebrating the rhythm and flavor of the African diaspora.

💡 Vendor: Local event, may not appear on booking engine.

🔥 Summer Spice Miami

📅 July – September

Taste the city’s top restaurants through discounted prix-fixe menus at favorites like Red Rooster Overtown and Mandolin Aegean Bistro.

💡 Recommended: Feature as a seasonal tip or guide on your CCT blog for updated participating restaurants.

🧺 Sunset Beach Picnic in Miami

A private, luxury beach picnic experience complete with catered bites, perfect for romantic getaways or solo travelers who want a self-care moment with a view.

💡 Listed as: “Sunset Beach Picnic in Miami” under Activities → Food & Drink on our booking engine.