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.
Highlights
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(392)
Fun, casual tour of the Italian Market with great stories/history along the way! Each spot we stopped was set up for us making the tour run smooth and efficiently.
Fun and informative. Lots of different spots visited, learned about the history of the area and enjoyed stop off for snack at a few spots. All the vendors were kind and accommodating and the food was delicious. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Philly.
Had a great tour with Chef Jacquie. The food was super yummy! Looking forward to touring with her again.
Our tour guide, Chef Jacquie was fantastic! The food along the tour was exactly the food you would want to try if it's your first time at the Italian Market. We left please and satisfied. We enjoy some purchases along the way and before heading home we circled back and bought a ton of fresh produce at half the cost of our local grocery store. Also grabbed some gelato too! Book the tour, you'll love it!
We went on 4 different tours this week with our teenage grandson who was visiting us from California. This one was the best and all 3 of us enjoyed it. The food was great and so was Jackie who kept everyone engaged throughout the tour.
This felt like it was a travel back in time to the 1940’s and 50’s with the street vendors and window display at the butcher shops. Definitely feel the “old neighborhood “ vibe. Jackie was great. Lots of energy and stories having lived in the neighborhood her whole life.
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!
