Philly Chef-Led Italian Market Food Tour
Description
Looking for the ultimate mix of food, flavor, history, and local treasures? neighborhood experts as you explore the strEATS of Philadelphia’s iconic Italian Markethome to some of the city’s most legendary vendors. Let a true South Philly native lead the way through this unforgettable culinary and cultural experience. Savor an Italian roast pork sandwich at Paesano’s from the chef who beat Bobby Flay, sit down in the city’s most buzzed-about Mexican spots for a South Philly Barbacoa Taco, or signature square pizza. Taste artisanal cheeses and pairings at Di Bruno Bros. and the perfect cannoli from Isgro Bakery. Wander past produce stands that have fed families for generations, specialty shops brimming with imported goods. We eat our way through the market and shop to stock your pantry, and meet the makers who keep this market alive. Voted Best of Philly Day Trip Experience, this is Philly’s most iconic market served with its greats - full of heart, history, and unforgettable flavor.
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Itinerary
We sip, shop, stroll and savor food through America's oldest open-air contiunous running market.
Iconic Cheese Shop - pairings await you and you receive a shopping discount.
Every cook's favorite kitchenware shop - bring your list, our guests receive a special shopping discount. Chef Jacquie will treat you to the best espresso at the Italian Market!
Semi-finalists in the Bakery division of the James Beard Award in 2024. Taste cannoli, purchase some pastries to take home with you.
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What's included
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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
- Multi-lingual guide - English and Italian
- Each child must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - rain ponchos will be provided when raining
Reviews(386)
Alma was a wonderful tour guide. She grew up in the neighborhood and her family owns many of the businesses, so she knows everyone and knows the history of the market very well. Plus she is super personable. Note: The name of the tour seems to be "Chef-led tour" - ALma isn't a chef but I believe another tour guide is a chef.
Fantastic walking tour of Italian Market. The food was delicious, and each stop offered something unique. Our guide Alma was amazing—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience fun with great stories about the local history and food. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area
What a wonderful time with chef. Great history lesson of the neighborhood with someone who grew up there. Nice mix of foods and local merchants.
Wonderful tour - very informative and excellent tour guide - Jacquie clearly loves what she does and it shows. Thank you!
Highly recommend this tour! We had a great time and learned so much. Chef Jacquie is a local celebrity :)- knew all the shop owners, and taught us so much about the history of the Italian Market. We tasted great food along the way and even bought some fun things to take home. This was such a unique and enjoyable experience, you won’t regret booking it!
The tour was wonderful! The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. The tour was made better by all the locals who would stop by to say hi, giving an authentic community feel. The food was too notch! A great mix of history, eating, and culture.
Alma was fantastic, and the whole tour and experience was fantastic! It was a great mix of food and an insider view of the market.
We lived in Philadelphia many years ago and this tour was very informative about the history of the market and best places to shop. Food tastings were awesome from cheese to cannolis with everything in between. Alma was great! I wish I had done this tour years ago on my return visits to the area!
We decided to take the Italian Market Tour with Chef Jaquie at the last minute. As locals we weren't sure what to expect, but Chef Jaquie represented our city and the Italian Market perfectly. It felt like a stroll out with family and friends, while eating some of the best food in the city. We learned a lot of history too. I definitely recommend taking the tour and enjoying everything the Italian Market has to offer.
Thank you for your 5 star review Kathleen, it means so much. I am so happy you enjoyed our time together - I look foward to our next foodie adventure - where shall we go? Cheers! Jacquie
Had a great time with Chef Jacquie learning about the history of the market and trying some fantastic food. It was a great way to spend a post rain cloudy Sunday afternoon. highly recommend.
Thank you for your stellar review. I am so happy you enjoyed the history and the food of the Italian Market. Come back real soon. Cheers! Jacquie
