Culinary Backstreets is a global food and travel company based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2012. It specializes in immersive food tours and local dining experiences across more than 20 cities worldwide, including Istanbul, Lisbon, Tokyo, and Mexico City. The company evolved from the food blog Istanbul Eats and focuses on blending culinary exploration with cultural and historical context.

Culinary Backstreets offers small-group guided food tours that highlight authentic local food scenes and hidden culinary gems. Their services include pocket-sized culinary city guides for independent exploration and digital content such as articles and photo essays that showcase culinary artisans and neighborhood histories. The company emphasizes cultural preservation and aims to provide meaningful travel experiences by connecting guests with small, family-run eateries and local culinary artisans.