This experience is a real luxury for gastronomy lovers. There is nothing better than having a Local Foodie as your private host, who will guide you through the Mercato Trionfale, (Triomphal Market) where Roman citizens go to stock their kitchens, near the mythical Vatican district. Visit the most emblematic stands of the market and taste a tempting selection of sausages, cheeses, oils, 'supplis', pizzas, wines, among other italian products of great quality. The best part of the tour will be the experience of cooking 'pasta a la carbonara' in the Kitchen of the Guide, who will teach you the secrets of this traditional dish, in her cooking class.
Enjoy this private experience: smells, tastes and good company will remain forever in your memory and on your palate ... a real privilege!
What to expect in this tour
Enjoy the Italian gastronomy, one of the most prestigious in the world, tasting the best products of all Rome, in this fantastic Private Tour. Walk through the Vatican District (also known asRione Borgo) famous for its pleasant local atmosphere.
The experience offered by this tour is a real luxury: your host is a local Foodie and gourmet, who knows every corner of the area. She will take you to discover the Mercato Trionfale, located in the heart of the Vatican District.
Visit this incredible market, where a large number of cooks, chefs and citizens buy fresh products daily. With nearly 300 stalls, the Mercato Trionfale has seemingly endless rows of vendors selling fresh vegetables, fruit, spices, cheese, seafood, meat, wine and more. See where the real romans go to stock their kitchens and learn the secret of great Italian cuisine: high-quality local ingredients. This is the focal point of Roman gastronomy.
Make a complete gastronomic route inside the market, through the most outstanding stands. Try the delicious bruschettas, made with local roman products of great quality. Tempt yourself with a selection of different slices of the most traditional Roman pizza, made on the spot by the market's expert chefs. Discover also the exquisite taste of ‘suppli’, these delicious rice croquettes filled with peas and minced meat, a classic of Roman street food. A taste of Porchetta and Bufala mozzarella is a must in Rome! The owners are from Battipaglia, where the fresh mozzarella comes out every morning, and Porchetta from Ariccia, the house of pork. Different goat cheeses, homemade bread, olive oil, truffle delicacies, all made with natural products are part of the menu. Always pairing the flavors, with exquisite Roman wine.
The best part of the tour is the unmissable private cooking class given by your guide, in her cozy kitchen, very close to the market. Cook the traditional 'Pasta Carbonara' in the kitchen of your private guide with fresh products bought at the market. The best fresh pasta, guanciale (similar to bacon) and pecorino cheese (typical Roman goat cheese) are the main ingredients.
To crown the fantastic day, try one of the most prestigious gelatos in all of Rome, while your private guide, an expert in Roman gastronomy, but also in the history of the neighborhood, will explain everything about the history of the Vatican, the Popes and their incredible religious buildings - an unmissable experience!
This tour is adaptable to your needs (vegetarian, vegan, celiac options), 100% customizable.
Ideal to share with friends or family, relax and enjoy the delicious Roman flavors!
Mercato Trionfale is the central market of the Vatican district. Has seemingly endless rows of vendors selling fresh vegetables, fruit, spices, cheese, seafood, meat, wine and more. See where real Romans go to stock their kitchens, and learn about the secret behind great Italian cuisine—local high-quality ingredients. At the market you will try 11 different taste, and 3 glasses of different roman wines. You will visit 7 stands of food and wine. Your guide will also offer you a bottle of water or soda to accompany the tastings.
A taste of roman tapas with local ingredients
Try, at the first stop of the market, a variety of 'tapas romanas', made with local roman products of great quality.
Pizza al taglio + suppli
Taste a selection of different slices of the most traditional Roman pizza, made at the moment by the expert cooks of the market. Also discover the exquisite taste of the ‘suppli’, these delicious rice croquettes filled with peas and minced meat, a classic Roman street food.
Porchetta and Bufala mozzarella
A taste of Porchetta and Bufala mozzarella is a must to have in Rome! The owners are from Battipaglia, where mozzarella comes from fresh every morning, and Porchetta from Ariccia, the house of Pork!
A taste of olive oil with handmade bread
Taste the classic Roman olive oil on slices of homemade bread, done at the moment. All the products in this tasting are organic and BIO, completely natural.
Goat Cheeses and Truffles delights
Experience different samples of goat cheeses combined with mustard and honey. All products are handmade, using local and fresh products. Taste also truffles delights: truffles oil and truffles sausages.
Cooking class
Buy at the market fresh pasta, guanciale (similar to bacon) and pecorino (typical Roman goat cheese). You will go to cook the traditional 'Pasta Carbonara' in the kitchen of your private guide, an expert Local Foodie.
Fattore Gelato
Taste one of the best ice creams in town. Ideal dessert to conclude the tour.
Of course, during this tour your private guide will tell you all you need to know about the local life, gastronomic recommendations, and will share with you all the tips about the things you can do in Rome, to make the most of your visit to this wonderful city!
Reviews
What other travelers think about the tour
May-Britt
May-Britt
Allrleukste gids, zo onderhoudend en flexibel. Echt een aanrader.
Anonymous
Anonymous
Sehr gute Führung!
Jessica B
Amazing city
Absolutely loved our tour with Miguel!! He was fantastic, extremely knowledgeable and a great guide through the city!
Sheila M
Wonderful Walking Tour
I would highly recommend this walking tour. I did an evening tour with tour guide Elsbeth who was very knowledgeable and gave lots of interesting information. Really got the holiday off to a great start.
Miguel N
Great tour
Our guide was excellent. She seemed to love what she does. She made us enjoyed this activity a lot. We had a very good time.
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