Where the Taste of Ogden Food Tour takes us…
The story of any great town is told, in part, through its people and food. Food and community go hand in hand. Come with us as we taste and tell the story of OTown.
A sampling of what you’ll experience…
Railroad
Find out why Ogden became Junction City and how the iron rails brought people, power, and opportunity, along with vice, graft, and grifters.
Porters and Waiters Club and Joe McQueen, Local Jazz Icon
Hear how the Porters and Waiters Club rose from a respite for railroad “Red Caps” to a mecca for such greats such as Fats Domino and B.B. King through the influence of local jazz legend, Joe McQueen, and the indomitable AnnaBelle Weakley.
Table Twenty Five is a family-owned restaurant located on historic 25th Street in Ogden. Emphasizing locally-sourced, sustainable, and seasonal ingredients, served in an approachable, yet refined atmosphere. Creative, comforting and delicious.
Prostitution, Crime, and Corruption
Learn about the seedy side of 25th Street – how prostitution proliferated under multiple madams and murder was commonplace, while city coffers swelled and police, politicians and businessmen grew wealthy on the sin tax system.
Immigrants
Come hear how immigrants from all over the world called Ogden home and helped make it into what it is today.
Tona creates edible works of art that are a feast for the senses, emphasizing sustainably sourced, local and seasonal ingredients. A multi-award winning establishment that combines beauty with delicious and original flavor combinations that pack a punch.
Prohibition
It’s been said that alcohol was more plentiful in Ogden during Prohibition, than anytime before or after. Learn how businessmen transformed their bars into soda parlors, ingeniously built for booze.
A family-owned Sicilian bakery and bistro, specializing in made-from-scratch unique pastries such as cassata and sfogliatella, as well as world class cannoli, along with authentic, savory dishes such as bolognese. Delicious, exceptional, and always made from the heart.
Boom Times and WWII
Find out about the boom times when Ogden was living large and how soldiers and sailors helped spread the word of infamous Two Bit Street to the four corners of the globe.
Gorgeous, decadent little jewels, handmade by Crisi and her crew daily. Stunning to look at, even better to eat, these tasty little sweet treats make great gifts, stunning desserts, or an awesome indulgence for one. No need to go to Paris–when Crisi’s got you covered right here in OTown!
Decline
See how the development of the interstate highway system led to Ogden’s decline and how key visionaries saved her historic landmarks before it was too late.
An Ogden gem, locally owned and operated, hiding in plain sight on historic 25th Street. A delightful emporium of books, handcrafted gifts, toys, and myriad other items carefully curated by the owner, with a stunning selection of chocolate of the highest quality taking center stage. Locally-produced, single origin, and unique chocolate from all over the world.
Revitalization
See OTown as she is coming into her own. Learn how tenacious entrepreneurs dug in and helped revitalize Historic 25th Street and how the Winter Olympics and investment accelerated her transformation into who she is today.
Whether you’re planning to visit Ogden or live here year-round, an OTown Food Tour is the perfect way to learn about the history of the town and have an amazing culinary experience.
