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Enjoy a complete Lake Como food tour featuring authentic local tastings, from cured meats and alpine polenta to regional specialties and traditional desserts, all set in a stunning lakeside atmosphere
Prepare to enjoy a full meal, or even more, on a gastronomic tour designed to uncover the most authentic flavors of Lake Como. Tastings vary depending on the season and the availability of local products, always guaranteeing an immersive culinary experience in a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for discovering Lombardy's gastronomic tradition through its most representative recipes.
The tour begins with a platter of artisanal cured meats accompanied by a glass of local wine, a perfect introduction to the aperitivo culture in Como. Cured ham, salami, and other typical specialties from the Lombard hills are sampled in a historic wine shop, while you learn about the traditional curing process and the close relationship between the Alpine territory and its products.
Next, you'll enjoy a gourmet pizza in the local style, made in a traditional neighborhood bakery. With slow-fermented dough and seasonal toppings like local cheeses, seasonal vegetables, and aromatic cured meats, this tasting reflects the everyday life of the city and the most authentic way to eat pizza in Como.
The experience continues with one of the most emblematic dishes of Alpine cuisine: polenta. Served as plain polenta, enriched with butter and melted local cheeses, or accompanied by slow-cooked braised meat, this traditional dish tells the story of mountain cooking, cold winters, and family gatherings in the Lake Como region.
From the nearby Valtellina Valley come sciatt, crispy fritters filled with melted cheese that perfectly combine textures and intense flavors. This Alpine specialty, typical of mountainous areas, connects the gastronomy of the lake with its natural and cultural surroundings.
The culinary tour culminates with a sweet treat: the Nuvola cake, a light and airy sponge cake, similar to a cross between panettone and pandoro, filled with apricot jam. Created by local bakeries, it embodies Lombard pastry tradition and is the perfect way to end the experience.
To finish, enjoy artisanal gelato made with fresh ingredients and seasonal fruits, followed by a rich and aromatic Italian espresso. Savoring a coffee at the end of the tour allows you to relax, chat, and soak up the unique atmosphere of Lake Como, experiencing the town as its inhabitants do after a delicious meal
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● In many cities we can offer alternatives for "allergies, intolerances, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets" we cannot guarantee options for vegan and celiac/gluten intolerant and we cannot guarantee no cross-contamination for any allergies. If you have specific needs, email us
● Non-alcoholic drinks are always available and if a stop includes wine or beer, we will offer an alternative such as water or a soft drink
● The tour includes a pleasant walk between tastings. Distances are short and there are regular stops. We recommend comfortable shoes
● We run tours even in the rain without issues. A tour will be canceled only in case of a severe weather alert. In that case you will be contacted to reschedule or receive a full refund
● It is important to note that offerings may vary depending on season and availability
● The maximum of people per group is 12
● This tour operates with a minimum of 2 passengers; if this minimum is not met, you will be offered an alternative time or date or a full refund
Inclusions
✔ Professional guide in Italian and English
✔ At least 4 food stops. Possible tastings include: Chopboard of cured meats and a glass of local wine, Pizza gourmet, Polenta uncia or polenta with braised meat, Sciatt, Nuvola cake, Ice cream, Coffee
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Transportation
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellation with less notice or no-show will result in no refund
Meeting point
Piazza Duomo Como, near the entrance door of the cathedral Como, 22100 Como, Italy