Experience Amish Culture
Holmes County, Ohio
WELCOME
Amish Table Talk is the longest running backroad tour company in Holmes County, Ohio
In 1991, it began offering 1 hour tours under the name of "Buggy Trail Tours" After a while, visitors thought we gave buggy rides, so the name was changed to Amish Culture Tours. As we began to grow, so did opportunities that expanded into surrounding county businesses with regard to tourism. The name then changed to Amish Heartland Tours. In September of 2015, the group tour market of motorcoach tours was sold and the new buyer retained the business name of Amish Heartland Tours.
Today, we are still passionate about sharing our beautiful area with visitors past, present and future who wish to experience Amish Country like never before.
We hope you enjoy your Amish Table Talk Experience!
La Vonne De Bois - owner
Dinners with the Amish
We welcome as few as 2 visitors to dine in an Amish home. Our hosts will sit with you as you enjoy a hearty family style meal consisting of homemade bread, peanut butter spread, salad, homemade salad dressings, chicken, roast beef, mashed potatoes, noodles, hot cooked vegetables and your choice of pie. Hot and cold beverage. Once you decide on a date and time, you will be emailed a confirmation with directions and payment information. No more than 8 people will be scheduled at this home.
Price per person ages 12 and over: $45.00. Children 3 - 11, $3.75 per year of age.
We do have Amish homes accommodating a minimum of 8 people and a maximum of 55 people. For larger groups, the hosts will share about their family after the meal.
Backroad Tour Packages with our 12 pass. van
Effective April 15, 2026
Backroads, Bubbles & Brooms: (Tour duration; 3 hours) Mon, Tues, Wed. Ages 13 & over: $89.00 (Effective April 15, 2026)
This scenic 30- mile route includes a narrative on Amish Culture with stops at a local broom maker with demonstration and family owned soap maker. (Each person receives a free bar of soap) We conclude with a visit at a local Swartzentruber Amish basket maker. Large selection of baskets and other local made items. No credit or debit cards accepted. Cash only.
The Backroad Bakery Trail ~ Available Thursday & Friday Coming May 1
Hidden Hollows, Handmade Buggies & Homestead Tour: (Tour duration 3 1/2 hours) Mon-Fri Ages 13 & over: $139.00 Tour departs at 9:00
This tour includes a scenic drive thru Panther Hollow, driving our way up to a hilltop vista with beautiful views. We stop for photos at the location of our Amish home tour and complimentary cookies, coffee & cold beverage. Conclude with a tour of a family owned buggy making business.
Wheels, Woodcarvers & Whisks: (Tour duration 4 hours) Mon-Fri Ages 13 & over: $139.00 Tour departs at 1:00
Not only will we explore scenic backroads, but also spend time with three local artisans, giving demonstrations and explanations on their unique craft. Let's take a deep dive into the art of broom & buggy making as well as magnificent woodcarvings! The tour also includes a stop at a local basket maker.
Tipping the Glass Wine Tours: Tine tours of the area with your own group. We can take up to 10 in our van. Rates begin at $75/hour.
A Taste of the Backroads Self-driving Tour packet
Love the backroads? then you will love having this useful, easy to navigate tour booklet at your fingertips. Drive the backroads designed by La Vonne De Bois, who has been a local tour guide since 1991. She compiled 3 different routes for a total of 90 miles of the best backroads in Holmes County. It also includes a written narrative about the local culture. You may purchase it locally at Scenic Hills RV Park, Berlin Grande Hotel, Holmes Broom and Sols Craft Mall or mail a check payable for $29 to Amish Table Talk. PO Box 114 Berlin, Ohio 44610.
Rising the Dough
Ladies and/or Gents ~
Have you longed to learn the art of baking bread the "old fashioned way?" Our local Amish homemaker has been making bread by hand her entire life. Your private baking class (no more than 3 people) begins with the basics in the privacy of an Amish home. Whether you use a mixer or wish to bake by hand, our Amish homemaker knows the tricks of the trade.
While the bread is rising, whip up a batch of fresh peanut butter spread to take along home with your fresh baked bread.
The recipe is included. Allow 3.5 hours. $85 per person Reservations are taken accordingly to your request. Mon - Sat
"Berlin Bake A'Bout"
A Big THANK YOU to over 500 people who attended the first Berlin Bake A'Bout. The next Berlin Bake A'bout is October 22, 23, 24 2026 and March 18, 19, 20 2027 For more information, follow "Berlin Bake A'Bout" on Facebook
"The Bearded Griller"
June 20 and July 18, 2026 11:30 or 5:30 reservation times
Dine over the scenic backroads of Amish Country from Amish homesteads. Our local Amish men take to the grills, preparing freshly grilled favorites such as BBQ, burgers, chicken, Brats, Grilled Pizza and more! Includes two-three sides, dessert and beverage. When submitting your request below, request the name of the Griller you wish to make a reservation with.
Bearded Griller Felty: Felty is a farmer AND a griller! Enjoy local grilled smoked pork chops, noodles, baked beans, potato salad, fruit brownie pizza for dessert and beverages. Available on June 20 and July 18 at 5:30. $59pp ages 12 and over. Children 2 - 11, $5 per year of age
Bearded Griller Atlee: Atlee lives on a beautiful countryside setting and loves grilling! He is grilling up delicious premium Hamburg's with all the condiments, parsley potatoes, campfire baked beans, homemade ice cream, brownies and beverage.
They can accommodate up to 20 people at each seating. Reservations times available on both June 20 and July 18, 11:30 or 5:30. $59 pp ages 12 and over. Children 2 - 11 $5.00 per year of age.
Bearder Grilled Ivan: Ivan was a painter and raised 7 children. They provided dinners in their home for my tour groups for many years. They really enjoy meeting people and Ivan LOVES grilling his secret PIZZA recipe on the green-egg grill! You will never eat pizza the same once you had his grilled pizza. Topping are also grilled on the green egg and include sausage, kielbasa, peppers, green onions, bacon, and mushrooms. Side dishes include open fire kettle beans, corn chip salad, homemade ice cream and beverages. Buggy rides available with a donation. You may also think you are "down under" when you see the kangaroos!! Reservations available on July 18, 2026 only. 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM seating.
$59 pp ages 12 and over. Children 2 - 11 $5.00 per year of age.
Bearded Griller Reuben: JULY 18 only. Reuben is not only an expert griller of chicken, he is a red-headed bearded griller! Reuben is the son of bearded griller Ivan. You're in for a treat with Reuben. He followed in his fathers footsteps with regard to painting for his career. He has a house full of children which will warm your heart! Reuben specializes in his grilled chicken. NOT BBQ. He will take up to 10 reservations on July 18 at 11:30 AM & 5:00 PM Along with his delicious grilled chicken leg quarters, he will have campfire baked beans, potato salad, homemade ice cream, brownies, iced tea or coffee. Buggy rides available by donation. $49 pp ages 12 and over. Children 2 - 11, $4 per year of age
Amish Basket Making
Take home a bit of Amish Culture by engaging in your own private basket making with Anna. Your private lesson will begin with the wooden base already constructed. You will be shown how to begin weaving the reeds and accenting them with your choice of red, blue or green. Average time of class is 1.5 hours. Mon - Sat $65.00 per person. Maximum of 4 to a class.
