Rome Food Tour: Testaccio Market & Traditional Flavors

Streaty_Staff — Wed, 20 May 2020 13:08:05 +0000

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Let’s go straight to the point: on our Rome food and wine tour you will get in touch with the real Roman culture and taste the real Roman food. Our local tour guide will walk you off the beaten paths of Rome and into the beating heart of Testaccio district. This is not an ordinary food walking tour of Rome — it’s an intimate rendezvous with the city’s daily life and cuisine away from tourist traps. We don’t simply run street food tours in Rome, we offer authentic cultural experiences!

Our Rome street food tour starts from Trastevere train station with a sweet welcome, the one and only Roman Maritozzo! Streaty guides from Rome have picked for you the top of the tops, a cafè specialized in the making of maritozzo. And since we don’t see travelers as “numbers” but as new friends, this sweet kick off will also be the moment to get to know our guests better. Time to burn calories and reach the Testaccio Market to immerse yourself into the local street food culture. You will savor recipes and products usually unknown among tourists: such as the polpetta di lesso, the roman tripe and some regional cheese. Streaty local guides have designed a well balanced culinary experience that combines quality, quantity and authenticity! It will be party time for your taste buds cheering at the crunchy supplì and the soft smoked cheese. Super yummy my dear! Sip comfortably your wine as the host shares the story behind each cheese and our guides gives insight on local culture. You will taste regional wine at 3 different food stops. A Testaccio food tour cannot be complete without a tasting of a traditional roman pasta and this will happen literally in the “belly” of Testaccio district unveiling a secret gem of the city. Not only food! on our food tour of Rome you will learn about Rome history and traditions, about romans’ daily life, habits and football passion!

WHAT YOU’LL EAT

Here is the list of tastings typically served on Streaty Rome Street Food Tour.

Breakfast with Maritozzo and cream
Supplì: rice pie with ragù
Fried artichoke or other veggie treat
Polpetta di lesso
Streaty treat: meat dish for real foodies!
Regional Cheese tasting
Traditional Roman Pasta
Seasonal pastry
3 Regional Wines

Please note: We recommend coming hungry. The selection may vary depending on the day and the seasonal availability of certain products. This tour is suitable for vegetarians and pescatarians. This tour is not recommended for travelers on a low carb diet. Most of the samples are on-the-go, however we have a couple of comfortable indoor seated tastings.

WHY JOIN THIS TOUR

ESCAPE the crowded tourist areas

TRY real local cuisine and feel Rome street spirit

ENJOY a walk with a local guide and make new friends

LEARN about the culture and history of Rome

GET AMAZED by the hidden gems of Testaccio

GET the best tips to enjoy Rome and avoid tourist traps

WHAT’S SO COOL ABOUT STREATY TOURS

Travelers love us because on Streaty tours they get the unexpected. In fact, We do not serve random pizzas or gelatos just to make tourists happy. We offer genuine and unfiltered culinary experiences, unveiling the rich tapestry of regional flavors. We want you to savor the very essence of the dishes we grew up with, and this often happens out of your comfort zone. Travelers choose us because they know they will be guided by a laidback local guide genuinely committed to share knowledge, stories and tips without setting filters for tourists. Our food and wine tour of Rome is designed for curious travelers and passionate foodies!

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Private Food Tour of Rome

Streaty_Staff — Sun, 21 Apr 2019 16:33:00 +0000

PRIVATR TOURS IN TESTACCIO AND TRASTEVERE

Immerse yourself in the authentic Roman culture and indulge in the genuine flavors of Rome on a private Rome food tour. Accompanied solely by your chosen group and a dedicated Streaty guide, we’ll take you off the typical tourist paths and into the vibrant heart of the Testaccio district. This isn’t your ordinary tour; it’s a personal exploration of the city’s culinary scene and daily life, free from tourist traps. We’re all about providing genuine cultural encounters, not just tasting tours!

OUR MORNING FOOD & WINE EXPERIENCE kicks off with the iconic Roman Maritozzo from a specially selected café. Then, we’ll head to the Testaccio Market to unveil the local street food culture, sampling dishes and delights rarely encountered by tourists, like the polpetta di lesso, Roman tripe and regional cheeses. Crafted by our knowledgeable Streaty guides, this culinary adventure promises a perfect blend of quality, quantity, and authenticity. Indulge in crunchy supplì and soft smoked cheese while sipping on regional wines, as we share the stories behind each delectable bite and offer insights into local culture.

THE PRIVATE EVENING FOOD TOUR OF ROME is an adventurous walk in and out the belly of Mount Testaccio. A charming and surprising location sparks the beginning of this exclusive food adventure. Regional cheese and charcuterie to warm up before hitting the street food road. The evening Rome food tour features some classics of Roman street cuisine like pizza and supplì at our favorite place in Testaccio district. A comfortable sitting tasting stop in a real Roman trattoria will bring the foodie experience to its peak, we will treat your taste buds with delicious pasta and old-school dishes. We make the goodbye moment very sweet with a final seasonal dessert or classic gelato.

We also run private and customized food tours in the district of Trastevere, taking our guests to the best food spots in the district. We mean business people! no tourist traps!

WHAT YOU’LL EAT

At Streaty tours, we exclusively feature regional cuisine, holding firm to this standard. Say farewell to parmigiano, pizza, spritz, mozzarella, and cannoli! Instead, delve into over eight traditional recipes from Rome and the Lazio region. With our focus on street food experiences, expect a tour packed with maritozzo with whipped cream, supplì, polpettas, Roman tripe, cheeses, pasta, and desserts. You won’t go hungry, but you’ll definitely leave happy. While most tastings are grab-and-go, we’ve arranged a few indoor seated sessions for added comfort.

WHY BOOK A PRIVATE FOOD TOUR IN ROME

Discover the charm of Rome on a private tour—intimate, informative, and tailored just for you. Our expert guide will unveil the secrets of the Roman cuisine, weaving in captivating history and culture. With customization options available, your experience will be uniquely yours. Plus, rest assured, we can happily accommodate travelers with allergy to gluten. Book now for a truly personalized Roman adventure.

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