La Spezia Culinary Journey: Explore Cinque Terre's Food Scene and Local Delicacies

Embark on a culinary journey in La Spezia and explore the vibrant food scene of Cinque Terre. Indulge in traditional dishes and street food specialties while discovering the unique flavors of Liguria and Tuscany.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi - Experience the rich culinary heritage of La Spezia! La Spezia, a picturesque town often regarded as the ideal base for exploring the breathtaking Cinque Terre and stunning nearby locations like Porto Venere and Pisa, boasts a diverse gastronomic tradition influenced by both Liguria and Tuscany.

On this delightful food tour, you’ll embark on a flavorful journey through La Spezia’s vibrant food scene, guided by Sara, your passionate local expert. As you wander through the charming city center, you’ll make five exciting stops at carefully selected eateries, where you’ll indulge in a variety of traditional dishes and the region’s best street food. Each stop will introduce you to the authentic tastes of the area, starting with a savory entrée and culminating in a delectable dessert or refreshing gelato.

Immerse yourself in the local culture as you mingle with residents and savor dishes made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

This experience has been hand selected by Eatwith, the world’s largest community for authentic culinary experiences. Eatwith experiences are top rated on TripAdvisor and are loved by thousands of travelers from around the world!

What's Included
  • Immerse in local culture and cuisine
  • Connect with international fellow travelers
  • Opportunity to sample and purchase local delicacies
  • Enjoy delicious snacks
  • Savor a local lunch experience
  • Indulge in a delightful brunch
Meal Options
  • Sgabei - Small fried pancake made from bread dough.
  • Mesciua - Chickpea, beans and wheat grains soup, typical of La Spezia.
  • Testaroli or panigacci - A sort of pancake, boiled and enriched with pesto, oil, parmisan cheese and mushroms sauce, alternatively baked, served with cheese and cured meat.
  • Pasta with walnuts sauce - Typical from Liguria. A must try!
  • Fried calamari and anchovies - Freshly fished locally and cooked directly by local fishermen.
Additional Information

Join the La Spezia Cinque Terre Food Tour, where you’ll dive into the culinary delights of La Spezia, a charming town known for its unique blend of Ligurian and Tuscan flavors. Explore the city center with local expert Sara, making five delicious stops at eateries to savor traditional dishes, street food, and end on a sweet note with dessert or gelato. Experience the warmth of local culture and the freshness of authentic ingredients in this delightful food adventure!

  • Guests need to communicate if they have any food restrictions (allergy, special diet, etc.)
Location
Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi
Please, do not hesitate to get in touch with the host if you need further information
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Pedzzz
Oct 27, 2022
Excellent food tour - must do! - Fantastic tour with Sofia! Wonderful introduction to La Spezia and local foods/wine. Sofia was engaging and genuinely interested in learning about her guests. Come hungry - there is a lot of food! Recommend planning this tour early in your stay to take advantage of all the information that Sofia provided us.
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Helen_r
Sep 19, 2023
Needs improvement - I’m sure this is usually a good tour , but I’m afraid this particular one didn’t hit the mark for us , our guide though lovely , was training two other new guides. All good but this actually made us feel like the third wheel, as she spent most of her time talking to them 😢 she also didn’t give enough history as we walked around , I realise it’s a good tour but it’s also a showcase of the town. This was lacking My food intolerance’s were not taken into account ( possible issue with communication through Viator ) but I ended up very sick and we both felt the good was below par ! Poor possibly off wine served , so all in all a lot of improvement needed
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