Insightful and gluttonous 2 hours food tour that will take you on a journey through the streets of Verona, exploring the local cuisine and culture. Our English speaking tour guide, born and raised in Verona, will lead you through the historic city center to discover some of the city's most delicious and traditional spots.
Our first stop will be at the Gastronomia Doc&Dop to sample a selection of cured hams, cheeses and vegetable patès from Sicily.
For the cheese lovers a selection of Monte Veronese, a semi-hard cheese that is produced in the local hills and has a distinctive flavor.
After a short walk through the picturesque streets of Verona nearby an old Medieval castle Castelvecchio, we will stop at the oil mill Redoro shop. Lake Garda keeps the climate perfect to grow olives, so enjoy a bruschetta with this liquid gold and 2 patès.
At a local chocolatier, we will sample some old fashioned chocolates and its history behind. Forget new brands and experience the ancient flavours of 20s to 50s chocolatiers.
Walking around will stop by key landmarks from the Arena to the Roman old Porta Borsari.
The story hasn't finished because Verona is famous for its Valpolicella wines. We will stop by the tasting room near the Arena where we will sample 2 iconic red wines (or rosè from Lake Garda if preferred). Water will be provided as well as taralli (classic Italian style wine snacks).
As we walk through Verona's historic center, our tour guides will share stories of traditions making this food tour an unforgettable experience for all participants.
The final stop will be in the family shop that produces and sells Pandoro, Verona most famous cake.
Come hungry and ready to explore the flavors of Verona!