Inside the Italian Market: Chef-Led Tasting Journey
Eat your way through Philadelphia’s historic Italian Market. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich culinary traditions with food tastings.
Perfect For the Foodies on Your List!
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours
Location: 9th Street, Philadelphia's Historic Italian Market
Perfect For the Foodies on Your List!
Professional Michelin Guide mentioned chef leads tour. Tour guide is native to the Italian Market.
Tour runs Saturday at 5:00pm. Duration: 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
Food tour runs in snow, rain or sunshine. Please dress accordingly. Tour guide carries hand warmers.
Tour is available in English and Italian.
Bring-Your-Own- Booze (BYOB) if you would like wine or beer with dinner.
For groups bigger than 10 guests, please contact us at 610-506-6120.
Tour stops may be subject to change due to availability.
Start things Old School
Enjoy a glass of wine and the best meatball in town at this famous 4th generation Italian family owned restaurant.
Pasta is a Food Group
Indulge in dreamy Italian pasta, from a chef that cooks just like Nonna. Complimented by a seasonal salad and freshly-baked bread. (Menu includes gluten-free pasta.)
There is Always Room for Dessert!
Finish the evening with a classic homemade dessert with choices like cannoli, decadent cake or tiramisu.
Dinner tour starts at:
Isgro Pastry
1009 Christian Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Parking:
Official Italian Market parking lot:
Carpenter St between 9th & 10th Streets. Free street parking on Saturdays and Sundays.
Additional parking:
Washington Avenue between 9th and 10th Streets. Free 2 hour street parking.
Parking is available at each tour’s location.
The tours are held rain, shine, or snow. In the event of inclement weather, we will be able to go inside many of the establishments on the tour. We also provide ponchos in case of sudden weather changes or if you do not have your own umbrella. However, we advise to check the weather conditions for your days event and dress appropriately.
Gratuities are greatly appreciated, although not mandatory. The standard gratuity in the service industry is 15%-20%.
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Jeanmarie"Jacquie's tour was fun, tasty and informative. She conveys a wealth of knowledge with good humor, she knows the restaurant owners and their stories."
Eat your way through Philadelphia’s historic Italian Market. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich culinary traditions with food tastings.