Rome Food Tour: a deliciously cultural tour for foodies

A fun, informative mouth-watering Food Tour, Rome, with a local food and culture expert

Description

A wise man once said: “know the food, know the Romans!”.

And it’s true, knowing the Roman food tradition is knowing the Romans. Taste the truth during an engaging Food Tour! Rome’s food is such an important part of the city’s soul, that it is simply impossible to leave Rome without having a taste of its delicacies. But beware: many places in large Italian cities serve“tourist-adjusted food”….

Enjoy a fun, informative delicious Food Tour in Rome, led by the knowledge of a local food and culture expert!

Discover Rome’s beautiful city center and authentic Roman fare, learn about the traditions, join the locals in their favorite haunts, and taste only the best, original, Roman flavors.

Our Food Tour, Rome, allows you to treat yourself, and savor the specialties! From street food treats to decadent deep-fried stuffed seasonal vegetables and typical pasta dishes, the whole city is a soul-comforting festival of tantalizing tastes. And Romans simply love to share their delicious fare! Discover the Eternal City using your senses, dive into the local gastronomic heritage and taste traditional specialties during a wondrous "Food Quest" through two of the most charming districts of Rome.

Start with the famous “Espresso e Cornetto” in Rome and learn the Italian tradition behind il caffè, “brown gold”. Stroll through the streets of the historic Trastevere district, (“across the River Tiber” “trans Tiberim”, in Latin) the most characteristic, colorful, and evocative of Rome’s neighborhoods, where the working classes lived during Ancient Rome; Follow your dedicated small group tour guide for a unique insider’s view of the city’s vibrant soul, a “sniff” of its appetizing scents, and delicious morsels of local specialties. 

Wander down charming cobblestone-paved streets to Campo de’ Fiori, a delightful square filled with sparkle. On weekday mornings “Campo” hosts a typical open-air market, a great place to check out the daily fresh produce and listen to the colorful voices bargaining. Let your guide lead you to the ancient fornai (bakeries) and botteghe (local delis), browse through the shops, lose yourself among aromas and sensational flavors.

Your Food Tour in Rome, includes signature snacks, like scrumptious pizza bianca romana, crispy fragrant ciambelline al vino, supplì, and much more, meet the locals and share their stories… there is no better way to make friends than at a table full of specialties and toasting with some “vino de’ li’ Castelli” (wine from the hills north of the city).

Let us show you “our” Rome in a real, traditional fun, and luscious way!

 

Inclusions

• Walking Food Tour
• Professional local English-speaking or Spanish-speaking expert
• Espresso coffee or Cappuccino
• Tasting of local specialties inclusive of a toast with local wine

 

PLEASE NOTE that starting from the 1st of April 2023 the tour will include:

• Walking Tour;
• English-speaking foodie expert;
• total of 8 tastings of local specialties inclusive of wine and beer in 4 different locations

Suitable for vegetarians! (please inform us in advance)

Meeting Point

MEETING POINT UNTIL 31ST MARCH 2023:

FOUNTAIN CAMPO DE’ FIORI, meet our tour leader in front of the Fountain in the square, shoulders at “ La Carbonara Restaurant” - SEE ON MAP

 

MEETING POINT FROM 1ST APRIL 2023:

FOUNTAIN PIAZZA NAVONA, meet our tour leader in front of Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (between the Fountain and Sant'Agnese in Agone Church). SEE ON MAP

Notes

 PLEASE NOTE that starting from the 1st of April 2023 this tour will be by night and will depart at 06:00 PM.

Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance.

Please let us know in advance of any special needs or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accommodate them.

Rain Policy

This tour runs rain or shine