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Food & Culinary Tours in Italy

Head out on a truffle hunting adventure in Tuscany, sip on the freshest limoncello at the Amalfi Coast or indulge in the finest berried blends in Sicily. Ignite your inner epicure with melting Margherita pizzas and spoon-swirling spaghetti on an Italian food tour. Whether you're indulging at a bàcari in Venice or celebrating la dolce vita with an aperitivo in Milan, there's no competition for the best food experiences in Italy.

137 Food & Culinary tour packages in Italy with 331 positive reviews

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Highlights

  • Journey to the heart of the Apulian region and enjoy wonderful Mediterranean scenery. Indulge in the region’s gastronomic offerings, including freshly pressed olive oil, copicola salami and full-bodied wines, typical of the region.
  • Learn how to cook delicious pastry and flat breads in the city of Fratta Terme in Emilia-Romagna region. Savour the taste of Artusi cuisine in fine restaurants.
  • Enjoy a luxurious gourmet tour of Tuscany or travel with a professional chef and gain exclusive access to prestigious wineries.
  • Follow the ancient Via Francigena route to discover the heart and soul of Italian cuisine. Marvel at the transformation of rustic food into gourmet masterpieces.
  • Take a whirlwind culinary tour of Rome to indulge in the classic Italian flavours of espresso, gelato and pizza.
  • Go hunting for truffles during autumn in Oltrepo Pavese and learn the local method of preparing cakes, jams and bread in Val di Nizza.
  • Stroll through sprawling vineyards, sample delicious Rabiola cheese, sip on sparkling Canelli wine and taste the fantastic Piedmont cuisine.
  • Learn the art of making cheese at a local dairy farm on the foothills of a castle in San Romano or taste some freshly brewed beer and stroll through the medieval villages of Garfagnana.

Tips

  • Italians have an inherent sense of style and elegance so dress appropriately for the occasion.
  • Avoid calling anyone between 2pm and 4pm as this is their ‘pisolino’ or nap time.
  • Avoid saying ‘ciao’ or ‘hello’ when greeting strangers; use ‘buongiorno’ instead which means ‘good day’.
  • It is considered impolite to use first names so use the family name accompanied by ‘Signore’ or ‘Signora’.
  • You can never go wrong in selecting fish, pork, beef and chicken. Ask for the meats to be served alongside pastas.
  • Try some caffe macchiato or espresso after your meal. Italians prefer cappuccino only for breakfast.
  • Male relatives or friends often embrace and cheek kiss rather than handshake as is custom in Italy.
  • When eating with the locals, say ‘buon appetito’ which means ‘good appetite’ before you start a meal.

Italy Food & Culinary Trip Reviews

  • "I felt very welcomed and comfortable during my stay. The host family couldn’t be..."
    Taste of Salento-Authentic Culinary Experience
  • "Well organized. Delightful companions on this small group tour. Bright and friendly..."
    Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour
  • "This private tour of Sicily one of the most fun, relaxing, beautiful, and delicious..."
    Private Sicily Food & Wine Lovers Tour
  • "We had a wonderful time. Raffaella was a lot of fun and taught us to prepare many..."
    5 Days Italian Cookery Getaway in Umbria
  • "Italy Real Food Adventure tour is amazing! I'm happy to travel around the cities..."
    Italy Real Food Adventure
  • "SOLETO TRAVEL: First of all, Omar at Soleto Travel was great, from my first inquiry..."
    Discover Matera and Taste of Salento Tour

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