Gourmet Food Tour in Menton - 3 hours - Small Groups
Description
Explore Menton's culinary delights with our Gourmet (vegetarian on demand) Food Tour! Nestled on the French-Italian border, this enchanting town is a food lover's paradise, bursting with a vibrant mix of Provençal and Italian flavors. Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering array of local specialties, from the savory pichade, barbajuan, tapenade but also socca, creamy cheese, white truffle, and the best finest Provençal wines. Every bite is an adventure! Menton's famous lemons shine in desserts like tarte au citron, served with Italian coffee and limoncello for a perfect finish. • The tour begins at 11:00 am. Enjoy the tastings seated or while strolling a pedestrian path under 1 km long. • The tour is designed for 10 guests max. to ensure an intimate and authentic local experience.
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Itinerary
As an appetizer, let us savor a few sips of Provence's wines, delicately infused with the citrus fruits of Menton, crafted by one of the region's most renowned fruit producers.
After the wines, what could be better than tasting Socca? Socca is our famous local pancake made from chickpea flour. We enjoy it simply, served warm with a sprinkle of black pepper on top.
Next, it’s time to explore the charming market of Menton. Let’s meet local producers and stop by Giuseppe’s shop to enjoy toasted bread topped with tapenade: from green olive to artichoke and sun-dried tomato, you’ll love every bite!
Gathered around a table in the shade of the market hall, we will indulge in a selection of local specialties: Pichade: A delightful variation of pizza, made with a crispy crust and topped with fresh tomatoes, onions, and aromatic herbs. Flavored with thyme and anchovies, this dish is a true treat for the taste buds! Pissaladière: A savory tart featuring a thin, flaky crust topped with caramelized onions, black olives, and anchovies. The harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and subtly salty flavors makes it a cherished regional delicacy. Barbajuan: A fried ravioli crafted from delicate dough and filled with a delicious mixture of ricotta cheese, Parmesan, herbes de Provence, and Swiss chard.
The fifth stop takes us to Plage des Sablettes, a stunning seaside location where many of Menton's renowned restaurants are nestled, offering both breathtaking views of the sea and exquisite cuisine. Here, we’ll gather at the table of the celebrated chef Mauro Colagreco's restaurant to enjoy a selection of Italian cheeses and charcuterie, perfectly paired with Provençal wine. What a delightful experience!
Have you ever experienced the exquisite taste of truffle? Our fourth tasting will feature the renowned white truffle! We will sample a variety of creams and pastes, expertly prepared in the traditional Italian style with white truffles from Alba.
Now, let’s indulge in tarte au citron! This classic lemon tart from Menton is cherished for its vibrant citrus flavor and delightful contrast of textures. We’ve handpicked a particularly exquisite one for you to enjoy—you’re sure to fall in love with every bite! It will be perfectly paired with a rich Italian espresso!
Let’s conclude our tour with a refreshing glass of Limoncello liqueur—you’re sure to love it!
Let’s conclude our tour with a refreshing glass of Limoncello liqueur—you’re sure to love it!
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(134)
Patricia was a wonderful friendly and knowledgeable tour guide! We learned so much more about the area too. And we loved every place. She took us and especially visiting the market and meeting some of the Local vendors. Definitely would recommend.
A very inspiring and lovely tour.
I had the most wonderful experience with Patricia on this food tour! Everything we tried was delicious and you could tell Patricia was passionate about what she was sharing with us which made the experience 10 times better! I’d highly recommend for anyone wanting to try the delicacies Menton has to offer.
An awesome experience and great foods in Menton! The whole group kinda just vibed. Went back to the shops for souvenirs. Highly recommend!
Patricia was excellent! Super sweet, lovely & knew so much. She is very welcoming & friendly & took us to the best that Menton has to offer. Highly recommend!
It was very enjoyable. There was a variety of foods to try on this tour. It also touched upon thr culture of Menton which I thought was important. The lemon is a very important fruit in Menton and you experience this on this tour. The tour guide was also very knowledgeable
Great experience Patricia was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Great group of people we met. Would definitely recommend
Everything was perfect from start to finish. Guide, route, food, small groups of 6, and the beautiful weather.
This was heavenly. We saw the whole city and ate so much fresh and rich food. I learned so much about the food markets and Menton in general. We might move here we love it so much. Great paced tour and Patricia our guide was a kindred spirit.
What a great tour. In such a great location of Menton. The host Patricia was welcoming and friendly and her English is excellent! She made it fun and engaging. We went to the market and Patricia bought us all kinds of delicacies, we went to a restaurant at the port and all kinds of little stores in the town. Lots of lemon delicacies to try and also truffles! It was amazing and one of the best food tours I’ve ever done.
