It’s no secret that Mississippi is home to some incredible restaurants. (Here are 12 you should visit in 2018.) However, it’s not only restaurants that dish up memorable dining experiences. There are actually several places where you’ll find great food and fun. From tasty tours to unconventional dining spots, here are 7 amazing dinner adventures you can have in Mississippi.

1. Indulge in fabulous local coastal cuisine.

Why dine on food from just one restaurant when you can sample the fare from several? That’s apparently the thinking at Tasty Tours of South Mississippi - the D’Iberville based company that offers several food focused tours. Each of the tours last 3 hours and deliver the perfect combination of food and local history.

For more information, click here.

2. Experience riverfront dining in a whole new way.

"Down from the Hills Farm to Table Dinner" is one of New Albany’s most anticipated events. Offering a truly unique dining experience, the annual affair is held on a bridge spanning the Tallahatchie River and includes an elegant farm-to-table dinner prepared by renowned regional chefs.

For more information, click here.

3. Head to Woodson Ridge Farm for an incredible meal in surroundings to match.

While Woodson Ridge Farm doesn’t have a full time restaurant, it hosts dinners and brunches throughout the year. There’s also the Friday Night Light Barn Dance and Dinner, which is held on select nights during football season. No matter the event, all meals are made with the freshest ingredients, many of which come straight from the farm.

For more information, click here.

4. Dine on the Gulf, literally.

Based in Gulfport, North Star Sailing Charters offers a variety of charter packages, including a dinner cruise. In addition to magnificent views, the cruise includes a gourmet meal prepared by the Half Shell Oyster House. And since the boat can fit up to four people, this is a great option for couples as well as small groups or families.

For more information, click here.

5. Experience farm living firsthand at Cedar Hill Farm.

Spend a day on the farm picking strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries. Or, browse the one-of-a-kind merchandise the fills the country store. There are also plenty of educational activities that provide insight into farm living. Finish up your time At Cedar Hill with a visit to the Country Kitchen. The onsite eatery serves up everything from hamburgers and hot dogs to fried catfish and barbecue.

For more information, click here.

6. Take a cooking lesson from a Viking.

Who better to help hone your cooking skills than high-end kitchen appliance manufacturer, Viking Range Company? One of only two nationwide locations, Greenwood’s Viking Cooking School offers classes on everything from "southern specialties" to "Japanese steakhouse." And the best part is, the class ends with you eating the meal you just prepared.

For more information, click here.

7. Sip on champagne while taking flight in a hot air balloon.

Though technically not "dinner," Mississippi Ballooning’s Champagne Flights are too good not to mention! You’re sure to make lasting memories as you soar high above the ground and take in the glorious views. The magical flight ends with a champagne toast, making the experience even more unforgettable.

For more information, click here.

So, do you think you’ll go on any of these adventures? Have another fun-filled dining experience to add? Tell us in the comments section!

Learn about another dinner cruise in "A New Boat Tour Is Coming To Mississippi…And It Should Be On Your 2018 Bucket List."