Taste Rome's Flavors in Monteverde

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Explore Rome’s hidden culinary gems in Monteverde. Savor authentic flavors, meet local families, and discover stories behind each dish.

Duration: 2 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Church of Saint Mary Regina Pacis - The starting point for this delightful food tour is at the Church of Santa Maria Regina Pacis. The guide will be waiting with a sign displaying the company name on the sidewalk near the church entrance at Via Barrili 76-78.
Dolci Desideri - The tour begins with a classic Roman breakfast featuring cappuccino…

Church of Saint Mary Regina Pacis - The starting point for this delightful food tour is at the Church of Santa Maria Regina Pacis. The guide will be waiting with a sign displaying the company name on the sidewalk near the church entrance at Via Barrili 76-78.
Dolci Desideri - The tour begins with a classic Roman breakfast featuring cappuccino and maritozzo. If you haven’t heard of it before, you certainly won’t forget it after this experience! This charming pastry shop has been operated by the same family for three generations.
Via Felice Cavallotti - Next, the tour proceeds to a local market, a favorite among residents. Here, participants will discover the unwritten rules Romans follow when selecting fresh fruits and vegetables daily. Enjoy the fresh produce from the Roman countryside, a refreshing change after indulging in pizza and pasta throughout Italy.
Via Giacinto Carini - Following the market visit, the tour moves to a local deli. This establishment is currently managed by two brothers who continue the family tradition started by their father and uncle in the 1960s. They will prepare a special selection of hams and cheeses from the Roman countryside, accompanied by a glass of wine. Participants will also learn about the ingredients used in popular Roman dishes like carbonara and amatriciana.
Viale dei Quattro Venti - The tour then heads to a local bakery, so authentic it lacks an exterior sign! Despite this, locals frequently queue for their bread. The bakery is run by Alessia, who carries on the business her grandfather began after World War II. Here, participants will taste a Roman street food essential: pizza rossa. Unlike restaurant pizzas, this bakery pizza is a staple for school lunches and quick snacks. It’s a hidden gem that tourists often miss but is definitely worth trying!
Viale dei Quattro Venti, 70 - Finally, the tour concludes with gelato! Participants will savor the guide’s favorite gelato and learn how to identify quality gelato independently. The tour also includes a visit to the gelato-making laboratory.

What's Included

Small Group of max 12 people, Guaranteed
Local English-Speaking Guide who lives in the neighborhood
Breakfast and tastings from 5 local businesses family-run since generations
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts
Direct Contact via Phone or Whatsapp for any questions
Also Suitable for Children
Coffee and Wine

What's Not Included

Bottled water

Additional Information

Experience the genuine tastes of Rome in the charming neighborhood of Old Monteverde, far from the bustling tourist areas.
This culinary tour is set in Monteverde, a neighborhood often overlooked by tourists, where the locals live, dine, and shop daily. This ensures that the food quality surpasses that of more tourist-centric areas.
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Location

Via Anton Giulio Barrili, 76

Via Anton Giulio Barrili

We'll meet by the church of Santa Maria Regina Pacis. Your guide will be holding a sign with the company name, ready to greet you. You don’t need to worry about a thing, let us take care of the rest.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Ericaru5940ni

Dec 4, 2025

One of the Best Experiences of Our Entire Trip - We had the absolute best time on our food tour in Monteverde with Frederica. From the moment we met her, it was obvious she truly loves her neighborhood and that made all the difference. Every stop on the tour felt like stepping into a local gem we never would’ve found on our own. She walked us from place to place she personally handpicked. At the daily market, we visited a tiny produce stand where they made fresh-squeezed juice with carrot, apple, and other amazing flavors. We even ended up meeting a famous artist who lives in the neighborhood. Then we stopped at a deli for Chianti and a spread of sliced meats and cheeses, and the way each shop greeted her like they see her every day which made us feel like we were getting a true insider’s experience. Our kids stayed engaged and excited the entire time, which is saying something. The rhythm of the tour was perfect: relaxed, authentic, and full of stories. Somehow all the noise and crowds of Rome disappeared, and it felt like we were just wandering from one great moment to the next while learning about the area, the history, even Julius Caesar. This was some of the best money we spent on our trip. Truly worth every euro. If we ever return to Rome, I would book every one of their tours, without hesitation. It was that good.