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    New Orleans Dessert & French Quarter Ghost Stories Tour

    Pair New Orleans sweets with haunting stories in a historic French Quarter home

    4.9 stars• 49 reviews

    Duration

    90 mins

    Ideal For

    Up to 40 people

    Includes

    Desserts, stories, soft drinks

    Highlights

    Explore New Orleans food traditions and ghost stories during a host-led dessert tasting at an 1820s Creole home. Move from the candlelit courtyard into the dining parlor, staying entirely on the historic grounds. Expect historically grounded tales rather than jump scares or a long walking route.

    • Sample New Orleans Russian Cake and trace its links to a Russian Grand Duke and Mardi Gras
    • Taste Bananas Foster Evangeline, combining a French Quarter classic with homemade Creole cream cheese
    • Discover King Cake's European roots and the grim folk tale behind its hidden baby
    • Try Italian "bones of the dead" cookies while hearing about Sicilian New Orleans and the Jazz Axeman murders
    • Watch Café Brûlot Diabolique, the city's flaming coffee, prepared tableside and enjoy a tasting
    • Join a candle ritual beneath ancient live oaks and hear the site's story of voodoo and murder

    What's Included

    • Water and soft drinks

    Important details

    • Guide gratuity is not included in the listed price. Bring cash if you'd like to tip.
    • Arrive on time. The tour leaves promptly; late arrivals are left behind and considered no-shows.

    Cancellation Policy

    No refunds.

    Product ID: B8ENJM

    FAQs

    Yes, the experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

    Yes, bring your own drinks to the tasting. Water and soft drinks are included.

    Meeting details

    Le Cabaret, 834 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116

    Experience provided by Shrimp Boil at Mister Gregory's

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    Review summary

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    Mister Gregory has created something genuinely special here: an intimate dinner experience that feels less like a restaurant and more like being welcomed into a Louisiana home. Guests consistently rave about the warmth of the evening, where Gregory shares stories about regional cuisine, the sourcing of ingredients, and the history behind each dish while live blues and roots musicians perform just feet away. The food itself is exceptional, with locally sourced shrimp as the centerpiece, preceded by standout appetizers like crab gratin, alligator sausage, and oyster dishes that rival fine dining spots around the city. The portions are generous, the atmosphere is relaxed and authentic, and the whole evening flows naturally without feeling rushed or awkward. It's BYOB, which keeps things casual and affordable (there are good bars nearby for pre-dinner drinks). Gregory accommodates dietary restrictions with advance notice and clearly puts tremendous care into every detail. Multiple visitors call it their favorite New Orleans experience, praising the combination of incredible food, engaging storytelling, and genuine hospitality. This is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience that captures the heart of Cajun culture and cuisine.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Mr. Gregory's Shrimp Boil dinner event is a "MUST" for everyone. He and his friends are welcoming, funny and provide truly the most incredible dinner event you could ever ask for in NOLA. The food is locally sourced and authentic creole recipes. The words, Mouth watering, delicious, and flavorful don't even come close to doing the food justice! Mr. Gregory is truly talented and your taste buds will thank you. Honestly ever inch of your body and soul will thank you for the experience. Make sure you are hungry, because you will be fed well!!! There isnt a single negative thing I could say about the food, entertainment or the service. If you pass this up while you're in NOLA, I feel really bad for you. I honestly dont care what I eat the rest of my trip because nothing will top Mr.Gregory's food.

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    Nichole

    April 11, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Mr. Gregory's Shrimp Boil dinner event is a "MUST" for everyone. He and his friends are welcoming, funny and provide truly the most incredible dinner event you could ever ask for in NOLA. The food is locally sourced and authentic creole recipes. The words, Mouth watering, delicious, and flavorful don't even come close to doing the food justice! Mr. Gregory is truly talented and your taste buds will thank you. Honestly ever inch of your body and soul will thank you for the experience. Make sure you are hungry, because you will be fed well!!! There isnt a single negative thing I could say about the food, entertainment or the service. If you pass this up while you're in NOLA, I feel really bad for you. I honestly dont care what I eat the rest of my trip because nothing will top Mr.Gregory's food.

    Photo of Nichole

    Nichole

    April 11, 2026

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