You will take a walking food tour through some of Rome’s most emblematic neighborhoods, such as Campo de’ Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere. Accompanied by a local food expert, you will discover the city’s most representative flavors while visiting markets, traditional shops, cafés, gelaterias, and selected restaurants.
Throughout the experience, you will gain a better understanding of Roman culinary customs and learn to distinguish authentic establishments from those mainly aimed at tourists. The guide will explain how and when some of the most popular local products are consumed, as well as offering recommendations to help you navigate Rome’s wide gastronomic selection more easily.
During the tour, you will be able to taste different specialties, such as buffalo mozzarella, cured meats, pizza, mortadella, supplì, pasta, wine, and gelato. You will also discover flavors characteristic of each area, from the fried cod of the Jewish Ghetto to the spices, fruit, and vegetables found in Campo de’ Fiori.
Morning tours will include a visit to the Campo de’ Fiori market, bearing in mind that this market is closed in the afternoon and on Sundays. The tastings and products offered may vary depending on the season, allowing you to discover specialties linked to the time of year when the visit takes place.
In addition to discovering Roman gastronomy, you will support small historic shops and local family-run businesses. At the end, you will take away a closer view of everyday life in Rome, combining traditional flavors, local stories, and walks through some of the Eternal City’s most distinctive neighborhoods.