Chef-Led Taste of the Italian Market Food Tasting Tour

Duration: 2 Hours

Location: 9th StrEAT, Philadelphia's Historic Italian Market

Adult

$85

Minimum - 2 Guests


GIft Cards - Perfect for the Foodie on Your List!

Perfect For the Foodies on Your List!

Most Popular food tasting tour for 13 years and Michelin Guide mentioned walking food tour company at the country’s oldest open-air market.

  • Say cheese! Stop making resolutions and start eating cheese. Explore Philadelphia's Italian community's rich culture and history.
  • Shop the Market like a Chef! Find inspiring foods, tips, cooking essentials coming this season with tour guide, Chef Jacquie.
  • Meet Philly’s Italian Food legends. Discover the stories behind the Market's iconic landmarks, and gain a deeper insight to long traditions.
  • Eat Like a Local Prepare to eat like a local as we walk through Philadelphia's bustling Italian Market.
  • Shoppers Delight: Sip, shop and stroll with an exclusive 10% discount.

•Micheline Guide mentioned Chef-Led Tour •Guide is native to the Italian Market

Small group tour

Wednesday - Sunday Tour stops may be subject to change due to availability.

Moderate walking, wear comfy shoes and not wheelchair accessible

Rain, shine or snow. Please dress accordingly outdoors. If raining, we provide disposable ponchos.

Available in English and Italian

We recommend bringing a bag or cooler if you plan to indulge in a shopping spree. We also have ones.

For groups bigger than 10 guests, call us at 610-506-6120.


What to Expect

One of the best ways to truly understand the flavors of Philadelphia is by getting a local’s insight into the culinary scene through a chef-led food tour.

Join the most-popular Food Tasting Tour for 13-years in a row.  Where we will meet at the Italian Market Visitors Center and we will eat our way through 9th StrEAT, inside Philly’s historic Italian Market. Prepare to come hungry as we will explore up to 8 foodie hub locations. Including the opportunity to enjoy a legendary dessert from James Beard semi-finalist nominated for outstanding bakery 120 years old.

With 174 guests, rating 5 star reviews on Trip Advisor alone saying, What a “Perfect Way to celebrate a Special Occasion!”, how they “enjoyed tasting a variety of delicious foods.”, and that the “The food was amazing, and we learned so much about history of Italian Market. I’d recommend this to both tourists and locals.”

Go with the flow on a 2-hour guided walk of food discovery through the true melting pot of history and gastronomic excellence that makes the Italian Market one of the most unique culinary and cultural centers of the world.

As a token of our appreciation, guests will receive an exclusive shopping discount at various locations. We recommend bringing a bag or cooler if you plan to indulge in a shopping spree. If you need one, ask your tour guide for a cute reusable bag available for purchase.

 

Taste of the Italian Market Walking Tour

Ja'eat?!

(That's "Did you eat?" in Philly speak!) Prepare to eat like a local as we walk through Philadelphia's bustling Italian Market.

The tour is not for window shopping!

Chef Jacquie will introduce you to her insider relationships and connect with local shopkeepers, cheesemongers, and other vendors. This tour is for the avid shopper.

Step inside iconic shops.

Listen to fascinating tales and taste classic culinary delights the Market offers like exquisite lox, imported cheeses, the best olive oils, old-world cannoli and more. (Mangia!)

Food is the Best Way to Travel to Philly

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Shop to your heart's content!

We stop by an iconic kitchen wares shop. Our guests receive a specal discount - pots, pans, knives, kitchen gadgets, bring your list.

The best cannoli

The best cannoli you will ever eat, at a local iconic bakery.


Where to Meet

Walking tour starts at the Italian Market Visitors Center:

Italian Market Visitor Center
919 S 9th St. Philadelphia, PA 19147

Parking:
Official Italian Market parking lot:
Carpenter St between 9th & 10th Streets - $8-12/day
2 hour street parking available (free) - Free street parking on Saturdays and Sundays

Additional parking:
Washington Avenue between 9th and 10th Streets. Free 2 hour street parking.

Get Directions

Have questions? Here's the most frequently asked.

Parking is available at each tour’s location.

Please be sure and let us know if you (or anyone in your group) has a dietary restriction (e.g. vegetarian, dairy free, food allergy, etc.) when you purchase your tickets. As long as we know in advance, we can accommodate your needs.

Gratuities are greatly appreciated, although not mandatory. The standard gratuity in the service industry is 15%-20%.

Yes, although limited, bathrooms are available during the tour at selected locations.

Yes, advance ticket purchase is required. Our food tours typically sell out quickly. To maximize your chances of getting the date, time, and number of tickets you prefer, please book well in advance.

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"Chef Jacquie met our group in the heart of the Italian Market. We toured local gems unique to the area. Our tastings varied from delicious cheeses and meats to decadent desserts. She is a wealth of knowledge and her stories are priceless!"

Kathy, Berwyn, PA

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