Explore Creole Culture New Orleans
Discover New Orleans’ rich Creole history, culture, and cuisine with licensed guide and Creole chef John LaFleur as you explore the city’s iconic and hidden gems.
About Us
At John Lafleur’s Creole, we offer more than tours — we offer living history. Our experiences are designed to immerse you in the rich traditions of Louisiana’s Creole people, connecting you to the music, food, architecture, and stories that shaped New Orleans.
Led by licensed guide, culinary historian, and author John LaFleur, each tour is personal, authentic, and unforgettable. Guests discover neighborhoods, landmarks, and flavors that most visitors never experience.
From the French Quarter to the Garden District, from Creole kitchens to cultural landmarks, every moment is guided by passion, knowledge, and heritage.
What We Offer
Immersive tours and experiences that bring New Orleans’ Creole history, culture, and cuisine to life.
John LaFleur is a licensed guide, Creole culinary historian, and author sharing the living history of Louisiana’s Creole culture.
With decades of experience, John brings guests beyond the surface of tourism — into real stories, authentic flavors, and cultural understanding. His passion is not only to guide, but to connect people with the heart of New Orleans.
His work includes cultural research, historical preservation, and his acclaimed cookbook study “Their Words, Their Hands, Their Gifts: Louisiana’s Creole Food & Culture.”
Your Creole Adventure Awaits in the Heart of New Orleans
Explore legendary streets, historic parks, vibrant markets, and hidden cultural gems with a guide who lives and breathes the city’s Creole heritage. Every experience is carefully designed to be personal, educational, flavorful, and unforgettable.
Small groups, custom experiences, and personal attention make every journey feel exclusive and authentic.
Visit New Orleans the Creole Way
French Quarter, New Orleans, Louisiana
An unforgettable journey! John’s knowledge of Creole culture and cuisine made our tour both fun and deeply meaningful.
Every detail was perfect. From the historic streets to the Creole flavors, John brought New Orleans to life like no other guide.
A truly authentic experience! John’s storytelling and passion for Creole heritage left us inspired
and eager to return.
In Their
Own Words
See what our guests say about their unforgettable Creole experiences with John LaFleur.
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