Service Description

Start Time: 5:00pm
 Tastings: 17–20 generous tastings 
Group Size: Max 12 guests WHAT TO EXPECT: This is the deep dive. Over the course of an unhurried evening, we’ll explore one of Rome’s most historic — and most delicious — neighborhoods: Testaccio. Known as the birthplace of contemporary Roman cuisine, this is where tradition runs deep, and where locals still go out of their way to eat well. We’ll make six carefully chosen stops — all of which have deep personal meaning for me — exploring one of the city’s most beloved dining districts while sharing an enticing progression of dishes and stories along the way. You can expect 17–20 tastings, paced intentionally. These aren’t full meals at each stop — more like 3 to 5 bites per dish — enough to satisfy, spark curiosity, and leave room for what’s next (fear not, they add up to a full meal and then some.) My hope is that you’ll not only enjoy each place in the moment, but be tempted to return and explore more on your own. We’ll begin with a proper aperitivo, snack our way through the neighborhood, sit down for a Roman pasta dinner at Testaccio’s most sought-after trattoria, and finish with a stop at the gelateria I grew up with — still my favorite in the city. Along the way, we’ll talk about the history of the area, the evolution of Roman cooking, and how to navigate the city’s dining scene like a local. We’ll also cover tips on how to spot the real thing — and avoid the places that just look the part. Come very hungry. *HIGHLIGHTS:* - Wine tasting with a trained sommelier, highlighting standout regional wines - A visit to a beloved neighborhood bakery - Two historic styles of Roman pizza: Pizza alla pala — Rome’s original bakery-style pizza, tied to the old-school Forno Pizza tonda Romana — the ultra-thin, crispy, wood-fired beauty - Sit-down "dinner" at Testaccio’s most sought-after trattoria, featuring a seasonal vegetable appetizer and two traditional Roman pastas, paired with a bold, rich red wine - A sweet finish at one of Rome’s oldest and most iconic gelaterie WHAT'S INCLUDED: All food and drink tastings are included in the price of the tour. GOOD TO KNOW: Dietary restrictions: Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate gluten-free or keto/low-carb diets. Please note: Tastings and itinerary may vary slightly based on daily availability, vendor closings, and national holidays. No tours on Saturdays, Sundays, or most Mondays. I also don’t respond to messages on those days.