Our Story
Meet the Founder
Hi! I’m Tracy, the founder of Wandering Palm Food Tours—and someone who believes food is one of the most powerful ways to connect with people and places.
I was raised in a big Italian-American family where love was served by the plateful. That upbringing sparked my passion for hospitality and sharing meals that mean something. Over the years, I’ve managed gourmet food shops in Central Florida, where I fell head over heels for high-quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar. (I even dream of becoming an olive oil and wine sommelier someday!)
Before food tours became my full-time calling, I was a zookeeper—yep, animals are my other great love. These days, when I’m not leading guests through Orlando’s culinary scene, you’ll find me paddleboarding on a quiet lake, diving deep into olive oil education, or spending time with my sweet rescue pup who’s truly my heart.
Wandering Palm is more than a business to me—it’s a way to share what I love most: food, community, stories, and the simple joy of discovering something new in a place that feels like home.
How It Started
Wandering Palm was born from a love of food—and the way it brings people together. I grew up in a big Italian-American family on both sides, surrounded by cousins (even the 4th and 5th ones!) and food at every gathering. If you were eating, you were loved. And if you were full? You were extra loved. My mom, the ultimate food pusher, showed love through her cooking, and I learned early on that feeding people was one of the most meaningful ways to care for them.
We also traveled often to Orlando, and it always felt special to me. Every visit brought a sense of calm and joy, like the city was gently reminding me I belonged here. Eventually, that feeling turned into something more permanent. I made Orlando home—and wanted to create something that allowed others to feel the same sense of connection I did.
Wandering Palm Food Tours is a blend of my family’s food-filled legacy and my love for this city. It’s my way of sharing the stories, flavors, and community that make Orlando such a unique place to visit—and an even better place to call home.
Where We Are Now
Today, Wandering Palm Food Tours offers a variety of experiences for locals, travelers, and corporate groups alike. Our walking food tours highlight Orlando’s best local restaurants, bars, food halls, and cultural spaces. Guests sample small bites and craft drinks, meet passionate chefs and makers, and get to know the neighborhoods that give Orlando its creative flavor.
We also host seasonal tastings, rooftop sunset tours, cheese & charcuterie board classes, and private group experiences. As proud partners of Visit Orlando, United Arts of Central Florida, and dozens of small businesses across the city, we’re proud to represent the local food scene in a way that’s fun, thoughtful, and genuinely Orlando.
Ready to Taste Your Way Through Orlando?
Whether you’re a curious local, a first-time visitor, or planning your next corporate outing, Wandering Palm Food Tours invites you to slow down, savor every bite, and discover the real Orlando—one delicious stop at a time.