Rome isn’t just a feast for the eyes—it’s a feast for every sense. The Eternal City is a living tapestry of flavors, aromas, and culinary traditions passed down through generations. While the monuments and ruins tell stories of emperors and artists, the city’s food and wine whisper tales of home kitchens, bustling markets, and centuries-old recipes.
If you want to go beyond the classic carbonara or morning cappuccino, a food and wine tour with a local guide is the best way to taste—and understand—Rome’s rich cultural heritage.
Explore the city’s hidden food alleys, sip regional wines, and learn the origins of dishes that have defined Roman identity for centuries with Kirba’s immersive culinary experiences:
Rome’s Culinary Secrets
Why Choose a Food Tour in Rome?
Food tours offer more than just bites—they provide insight, storytelling, and connection. A good guide can take you to family-run trattorias, historic wine bars, and local markets where Romans eat, drink, and shop.
You’ll gain access to:
- Authentic Roman street food like supplì and trapizzino
- Local markets like Campo de’ Fiori or Testaccio
- Tastings of Lazio-region wines and aged cheeses
- Family-owned bakeries and pasticcerie with century-old traditions
- Insight into how Roman cuisine has evolved over time
These tours are also fantastic for interacting with locals and learning what food means in daily Roman life. You won’t just taste—you’ll understand.
What to Expect During Your Tour
Kirba’s private food and wine tours are designed to match your tastes, whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned foodie. You can choose from different neighborhoods and culinary focuses—street food, fine dining, wine tastings, or above.
Typical experiences include:
- A guided market walk with food samplings
- Stops at historic cafés and wine cellars
- Tasting menus with wine pairings at hidden local gems
- Behind-the-scenes access to traditional kitchens
- Stories of family recipes, local ingredients, and Roman food customs
Best of all, these tours are completely customizable. Traveling with kids? Dietary restrictions? Looking for vegetarian options or wanting to dive deep into Roman-Jewish cuisine? Your guide will adapt the experience for you.
Pair Your food Tour with a Cooking Class
Want to take a taste of Rome home with you? Extend your culinary journey with a hands-on cooking experience led by passionate home chefs and professional instructors.
Kirba Tours also offers authentic Roman cooking classes where you’ll learn to prepare dishes like gnocchi alla romana, tiramisu, or handmade fettuccine from scratch. These workshops take place in warm, welcoming kitchens—perfect for couples, families, or groups of friends.
Discover more and book your culinary workshop here:
Cooking Classes in Rome with Le Cesarine
Taste the real Rome
There’s no better way to connect with Rome than through its food. Whether you’re enjoying a glass of Frascati wine in a hidden piazza, biting into a warm slice of pizza bianca at a bakery older than the Colosseum, or learning how to roll perfect pasta with a Roman nonna, you’re not just eating—you’re living the city.
Ready to eat like a local?
Book your private food and wine tour in Rome and unlock a world of flavors you’ll never forget.
