Rome: Food Tour and Wine Tasting in a Traditional Trattoria

Exploring the culinary heritage of Rome is a must-do for any foodie. This guided food tour and wine tasting promises an immersive experience in the heart of the city, introducing visitors to the authentic flavors that make this destination a global gastronomic hub. From artisanal meats and cheeses to time-honored dishes, the tour offers a tantalizing glimpse into the rich traditions that have shaped Rome’s renowned cuisine. With an expert guide providing insight, it’s a chance to savor the city’s vibrant food culture like a local.

Key Points

• A 4-hour food tour in Rome that explores local eateries, food stores, and includes a sit-down supper with Italian antipasto, first courses, and wines.
• Highlights include sampling artisanal meats, local cheeses, classic Roman dishes, and concluding with a scoop of gelato from a famous gelateria.
• The tour features a range of culinary delights, such as artisanal salamis, local cheeses, classic Roman dishes like baccalà fritto and supplì.
• The tour is led by an English-speaking live guide, with a recommended maximum group size of 10-12 participants for a personalized experience.
• The tour has an overall rating of 4.7/5 from 953 reviews, with positive feedback on the excellent food, wonderful guide, and value for money.

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Tour Overview

The "Rome: Food Tour and Wine Tasting in a Traditional Trattoria" is a 4-hour tour that costs from $92.79 per person.

Travelers can cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The tour allows booking flexibility, where visitors can reserve now and pay later.

The tour starts at Piazza Campo de’ Fiori and explores local eateries and food stores, offering samples of artisanal salamis, cheeses, fried salted cod, pizza, and rice balls.

Enjoy Rome’s culinary delights as the tour explores local eateries, offering samples of artisanal meats, cheeses, and classic Roman dishes.

The experience includes a sit-down supper at a Trastevere restaurant with Italian antipasto, first courses, and wines, concluding with locally made gelato.

Experience and Highlights

After exploring the tour’s overview, the experience and highlights of this food and wine adventure in Rome come into focus.

Participants will journey from Campo de’ Fiori to the charming Trastevere neighborhood, sampling artisanal meats, local cheeses, and classic Roman dishes like baccalà fritto and supplì along the way.

The culinary highlight is a sit-down supper at a cozy Trastevere trattoria, featuring an authentic Roman antipasto, two first courses, and two Italian wines.

The tour culminates with a refreshing scoop of gelato from a famous gelateria, capping off a delightful immersion in Rome’s vibrant food culture.

Culinary Delights

As participants embark on this culinary adventure, they’ll savor a tantalizing array of local delicacies.

The tour features:

• Artisanal salamis and local cheeses, showcasing the region’s finest cured meats and dairy products.

• Baccalà fritto, a classic Roman dish of fried salted cod, providing a taste of the city’s maritime heritage.

• Supplì, the beloved Roman-style rice balls, offering a savory and comforting treat.

• A selection of expertly crafted Roman-style pizza by the slice, allowing guests to sample the city’s renowned thin-crust style.

The culinary highlight is a sit-down supper at a cozy Trastevere restaurant, featuring a delectable spread of Roman antipasto, two first courses, and two distinct Italian wines.

Dining Experience

Following the culinary delights of the tour, participants sit down for a cozy supper at a traditional Trastevere restaurant.

The dining experience features a Roman-style antipasto, two first courses, and two different Italian wines. Guests can enjoy classic Roman dishes like carbonara, amatriciana, or cacio e pepe, accompanied by expertly paired wines.

The intimate setting allows travelers to savor the flavors, unwind, and connect with fellow foodies. This sit-down meal is the perfect finale to the immersive food tour, leaving participants satisfied and eager to explore more of Rome’s vibrant culinary scene.

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Guide and Group Size

To ensure a more personalized and enriching experience, the tour has an English-speaking live guide leading the group.

The recommended maximum group size is 10-12 participants, which allows for better engagement and a more intimate atmosphere. However, the tour operator has noted challenges with larger groups over 20 people.

The guide’s expertise and ability to effectively manage the group is a critical component of the overall tour experience. Plus, the small group size allows for:

1. More personalized attention from the guide

2. Easier navigation through crowded streets

3. Improved ability to hear the guide’s commentary

4. More opportunities for questions and discussions.

Customer Testimonials

Several enthusiastic customer reviews highlight the tour’s excellent value and enjoyable experience. Kathryn from Canada praised the guide’s patience with large groups, while Lisa from the United States enjoyed the excellent food and wonderful guide. Vikija from Latvia recommended the tour for its great experience and opportunity to meet new people. The tour’s ratings reflect these positive sentiments, with an overall score of 4.7/5 from 953 reviews. The guide and value for money receive equally high ratings of 4.6/5.

| Rating | Score |

| — | — |

| Overall | 4.7/5 |

| Guide | 4.6/5 |

| Value for Money | 4.6/5 |

| Highlights | – Excellent food and wonderful guide
– Great experience and opportunity to meet new people
– Guide’s patience with large groups |

Accessibility and Requirements

The food tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users, as it involves moderate walking through the streets of Rome.

However, the tour does accommodate specific dietary requirements:

1. Participants are advised to inform the tour organizers of any dietary needs or restrictions at the time of booking.

2. The tour features a variety of food samples, including artisanal salamis, local cheeses, and vegetarian options.

3. The culminating dining experience at the Trastevere restaurant can also accommodate various dietary preferences.

4. Pets aren’t allowed on the tour for the comfort and safety of all participants.

Meeting Point and Logistics

The meeting point for the food tour is in front of the restaurant La Carbonara, located in the Campo de’ Fiori square. The tour starts promptly at the scheduled time, so participants are advised to arrive a few minutes early. The tour group size is recommended to be a maximum of 10-12 people for the best experience. Larger groups over 20 may face challenges. Pets are not allowed on the tour. The tour involves moderate walking, so it’s not suitable for wheelchair users. Dietary requirements should be communicated to the operator at the time of booking.

| Tour Details | Information |

| — | — |

| Starting Location | Piazza Campo de Fiori, 22 |

| Meeting Point | In front of restaurant La Carbonara, Campo de’ Fiori square |

| Group Size | Recommended maximum of 10-12 participants |

| Accessibility | Not suitable for wheelchair users; moderate walking involved |

| Dietary Requirements | Advise specific needs at time of booking |

The Sum Up

This captivating food tour and wine tasting in a traditional trattoria offers an unforgettable gastronomic adventure in Rome. Guests will savor artisanal meats, local cheeses, iconic Roman dishes, and authentic Italian wines, all while guided by an expert. The evening concludes with a refreshing scoop of gelato, making this a must-do culinary experience for visitors to the Eternal City.

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