Italian Food Tasting and Old Rome Private Tour – Rome, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

The air in Rome is heavy with the smell of freshly baked pizza and aromatic coffee, but only the locals know where to try the most authentic Italian and Roman dishes and beverages made with fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Join our food-loving Private Guide on the streets of the historic Old Town to discover its highlights and flavors.

Choose the 2,5-hour option for a short walking tour of the Old Town with a tasting experience at 2 venues:1 restaurant and 1 patissiere. Set off on a culinary journey through the history of regional and national cuisine of Italy and its Ancient Roman roots. Most tourists only have a chance to try pizza and pasta when visiting Rome, but your experienced Local Guide will introduce you to original Roman dishes such as Cacio e Pepe (pasta dish with a sauce made with black pepper and grated Pecorino Romano) or Coda alla vaccinara (oxtail stew) The tasting will also include an antipasto (appetizer), a soup and a sweet dessert such as authentic Italian Tiramisu or Grattachecca (shaved ice). Italy is famous for its aromatic coffee, so you will also have a choice of drinking tea or coffee, and 1 soda drink. You will also see some iconic highlights such as Piazza Venezia, Altar of the Fatherland and Trajan’s Market.

Choose the 3,5-hour option to dine at 3 venues in Old Rome: 2 restaurants and 1 patisserie. On this tasting tour you can try more delicious dishes, such as Fiori di zucca (zucchini flowers filled with mozzarella and anchovies), as well as 1 original Italian beer. Your Private Guide will tell you interesting facts and myths about the Italian culture, local customs and old traditions. You will find out how Italians celebrate the Carnival and Christmas, and how the traditional cuisine is changing in modern times.

Choose the 5-hour option for a food and beer tasting tour of your dreams! There is no mistake that Italy is one of the most popular culinary destinations, but did you know that Rome also has a lot to offer to beer connoisseurs? This option includes tasting a variety of traditional Italian dishes and 8 different beers, from popular to regional to craft beers. You will visit 4 locally loved venues and also discover more impressive Ancient Roman monuments, such as Foro Romano and the epic Colosseum.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Enjoy the best Italian Food Tasting Tour in Rome with a 5-Star Foodie Guide
See the best selected of Old Rome and visit the best local restaurant
Savor a traditional full-course Italian meal with a dessert, a cup of coffee
Try even more dishes and beverages, including 1 Italian beer (3,5-hour option)

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