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Sicilian Food Tour: Palermo's Culinary Delights
5.0
90 Ratings
Palermo
Discover Palermo’s culinary gems on an evening food and wine tour. Taste local classics, learn pizza secrets, and savor Sicilian wines. Join us!
Discover Palermo’s culinary gems on an evening food and wine tour. Taste local classics, learn pizza secrets, and savor Sicilian wines. Join us!
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Teatro Massimo - This iconic opera house, established in 1897, showcases a blend of architectural styles, including Neoclassical and Greek elements.
- Passìu Food and Drink - Experience traditional flavors at this family-run establishment near Teatro Massimo, where two brothers and a sister are reviving the tastes of old Palermo. Sample two…
- Teatro Massimo - This iconic opera house, established in 1897, showcases a blend of architectural styles, including Neoclassical and Greek elements.
- Passìu Food and Drink - Experience traditional flavors at this family-run establishment near Teatro Massimo, where two brothers and a sister are reviving the tastes of old Palermo. Sample two classic Sicilian bruschette: cunzata (anchovies, cheese, and tomato) and the timeless tomato & basil.
- Chiesa di San Giuseppe dei Padri Teatini - This architectural masterpiece is adorned with intricate sculptures and ornate details, exemplifying the Baroque grandeur of its era.
- Piazza Sant’Anna - With its charming cafes and vibrant street life, Piazza Sant’Anna embodies the essence of Palermo’s rich history and lively cultural scene.
- Assud a Santamarina Pizzeria Siciliana - Watch, learn, and savor! Enjoy a live demonstration of Sicilian pizza-making and indulge—all within a stunning historic palace. Pizza, drinks, and a slice of Sicilian tradition await!
- Il Pipino Rosso - Delight in Palermo’s finest street food—panelle, sfincione, and caponata—served within a magnificent 5th-century palace. Great food, great atmosphere, and perhaps even a good book!
- Salumeria Alcolica - Sample 3 mini arancine with a small beer in the charming Kalsa area! Relish Palermo’s iconic street food in a cozy spot with outdoor seating in one of the city’s oldest lanes.
- Piazza Pretoria - The stunning Fontana Pretoria, adorned with intricate sculptures, is the centerpiece of this square, making it a significant landmark.
- Church and Monastery of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria - The Monastero Santa Caterina stands as a place of spiritual importance and architectural beauty, offering insight into Palermo’s rich cultural and religious heritage.
- Quattro Canti - The Quattro Canti, or “Four Corners,” is a Baroque square located at the intersection of two main streets in the heart of Palermo, featuring ornate Baroque facades and fountains and statues representing the four seasons.
- Via Vittorio Emanuele - This bustling thoroughfare is renowned for its architectural beauty, showcasing a blend of styles from various periods in Palermo’s rich history.
- Piazza Bellini - Whether day or night, Piazza Bellini captures the essence of Palermo’s dynamic spirit and is a must-visit destination.
- Pasticceria Costa - Enjoy a small cannolo at Pasticceria Costa, a historic pastry shop in Palermo since 1960. Located in a charming 1800s boutique, Costa is celebrated for its quality. In summer, switch to their delightful granita without changing the stop!
What's Included
- Sicilian Pizza + demo with local pizzaiolo - Evening Food & Wine Tour
- List of recommendations with our Palermo top picks
- Sicilian Cannolo! - Evening Food & Wine Tour and Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- Granita! Evening Food & Wine Tour and Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- Local cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and olives - Morning Street Food &…
- Sicilian Pizza + demo with local pizzaiolo - Evening Food & Wine Tour
- List of recommendations with our Palermo top picks
- Sicilian Cannolo! - Evening Food & Wine Tour and Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- Granita! Evening Food & Wine Tour and Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- Local cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and olives - Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- “Cunzata”, the Sicilian Bruschetta - Evening Food & Wine Tour
- Traditional “Caponata” - Evening Food & Wine Tour
- Visit the incredible Ballarò Market - Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- All the best local street food - Evening Food & Wine Tour and Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- Sip on the best Sicilian wines and cocktails! Evening Food & Wine Tour
- Delicious Pasta “Alla Norma” - Evening Food & Wine Tour
- “Arancine”, the iconic Sicilian deep fried rice ball - Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- Espresso and cookies - Morning Street Food & Market Tour
- Local English speaking guide
- 2 types of “Sfincione”, Sicilian pizza by the slice - Morning Street Food & Market Tour
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Arrive with an appetite and fall in love with Sicilian cuisine! Journey through the heart of Palermo, where each taste reveals a story of history. Explore La Kalsa, one of the city’s most ancient neighborhoods, and meet local artisans dedicated to preserving genuine Sicilian flavors.
Begin with two traditional Sicilian bruschette: ‘cunzata’ featuring…
Arrive with an appetite and fall in love with Sicilian cuisine! Journey through the heart of Palermo, where each taste reveals a story of history. Explore La Kalsa, one of the city’s most ancient neighborhoods, and meet local artisans dedicated to preserving genuine Sicilian flavors.
Begin with two traditional Sicilian bruschette: ‘cunzata’ featuring anchovies, cheese, and tomato, and a classic with fresh tomato and basil. Savor the city’s renowned street foods like ‘panelle’, ‘sfincione’, and ‘crocchè’, accompanied by a refreshing Sicilian soda.
Curious about crafting authentic Sicilian pizza? Learn from a master pizzaiolo in a breathtaking 5th-century palace.
This experience is perfectly complemented by the finest Sicilian wines and cocktails, ensuring an unforgettable adventure!
No visit to Palermo is complete without stopping at ‘Bar Costa’ for a cannolo, considered one of the city’s finest. Additionally, enjoy a selection of exquisite Sicilian wines and cocktails.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies can’t participate in this activity for their safety.
Location
P.za Giuseppe Verdi, 3
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi
We meet all travelers at Teatro Massimo, in front of the stairs. Look for the guide with the Eating Europe Logo
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Tandbtravelers
Nov 28, 2024
Food tour with Innocenzo was highlight of Italy vacation - I was in Rome and Sicily for 2 1/2 weeks in October 2024, and without question, the Eating Palermo food tour with Innocenzo was the highlight. He was deeply knowledgeable and passionate, and provided such a personal lens though which to experience the region's cuisine and culture. The stops on the tour showcased special foods and local businesses, of course, but it was always against the backdrop of history and with touching backstories of what they meant to Innocenzo and his family,
He -- and the tour -- were beyond wonderful.
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Laurenr1857
Nov 26, 2024
Perfecto!! - We went on a Monday street food tour in November and it was perfect! We had gone to the market the day before on our own and it was packed to the gills. Going on the tour on a Monday (and off season) definitely made for an easier time getting around and taking our time. Our host Giusi was so lovely and has clearly spent a lot of time curating the tastes and relationships with all of the vendors. Giusi is also a wonderful storyteller, weaving her life with food and Palermo into each stop. We were also joined by guide Benny who was so kind and made sure we were getting what we needed on the tour. I could tell that there’s a great collaboration between the guides and a positive working relationship, which I think goes to show what a lovely operation the whole thing is. I’d definitely join for one of the other Palermo tours in the future!
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Stephen
Nov 8, 2024
Wonderful evening in Palermo - Our guide was excellent. He showed us corners of Palermo that we would never have found on our own. We so enjoyed our evening, especially the stories of families, generations and how the people of Palermo Eat, socialize and work. Recommend this tour 100 percent!
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Ebh84
Nov 3, 2024
Friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable guide, amazing food - We had such a good time with Bene, he was friendly, very knowledgeable about both Palermo and the food. We happened to be the only people on the tour and he was very easy to chat with. The evening with him showing us Palermo was almost worth it regardless of the food, but the food really was amazing. Fresh, full of flavour and a history of Sicily within it. We made pizza, and enjoyed really great places to eat too. Thank you!
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Excursion35298975424
Nov 2, 2024
Very nice food tour of Palermo - Very great and very nice evening with Giusi, who took us on a great culinary journey through Palermo. Great background information about the cuisine in Palermo and Sicily and of course the history of the great city.
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Lhdelray
Nov 1, 2024
Great Tour as always w Eating Europe - Great tour. We love Eating Europe. Not only great tours, ver accommodating. This time we asked for the evening tour to be fine for us during the day. Very accommodating. Lots of nice history and tidbits about Sicily and Palermo and great food, especially pizza.
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Bjdoo
Oct 21, 2024
A Nice Way to Explore a New City and New Cuisne - We joined Julia (the Italian version of course) for a roaming dinner and wine tour. We had perhaps 5 or 6 stops and more to eat than one would normally consume. We covered all the bases at unique locations where we were warmly welcomed and served the classics of Sicily. Our guide was delightful as were the other members of our small group. What a nice way to explore a new city with a unique cuisine!
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Susanfq9718mz
Oct 20, 2024
Fun night of food and atmosphere! - Guila was so fun! We had an amazing time and really enjoyed her knowledge of the food and city life. Would highly recommended her for a food tour!!
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Jessica
Oct 14, 2024
A small group with big fun - Benny was a phenomenal tour guide and made the whole experience feel like a group of old friends were having dinner together. The tour was informational and included bits of history, time spent guessing ingredients in various dishes, and plenty of humor. The food and wine were also fantastic! Would definitely recommend to couples or single travelers in Palermo.
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Kimberly_t
Oct 15, 2024
Great way to get an intro to Palermo - Unique venues with delicious local specialties. Some fantastic surprises along the way really made the evening great. The distance between stops was perfect.
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