Italian Market Tour: Gourmet Adventure in Philadelphia
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52 Ratings
Philadelphia
Embark on a gourmet adventure through Philadelphia's Italian Market with a top food journalist. Discover local favorites, hear fascinating stories, and indulge in delicious dishes.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Passyunk Avenue - Passyunk Avenue is a neighborhood at the heart of South Philly. We’ll visit a Jewish bakery, talk about the hidden history of the invention of the Philly cheesesteak, discuss Philly’s culture of public art, and get to know a lesser-known part of South Philly.
- Washington Avenue - Once home to industrial warehouses, Washington Avenue has become a dividing line for the city and is home to some of our favorite restaurants in the city. We’ll visit a legendary Vietnamese bakery and a longstanding Mexican restaurant with some of the best tacos in the city.
- Italian Market - One of the longest continually operating outdoor markets in the United States, where locals still do their shopping and lots of restaurants source ingredient. You’ll hear stories of the businesses in this area, and visit a fourth generation Italian bakery, a new-school Jewish appetizing store, and have a little time to shop in the market. We’ll end with a glass of wine from a limited-edition series of wine made support from one of the Italian Market’s oldest businesses.
What's Included
- Lunch included
- Complimentary snacks
- Wine tasting for guests 21 and up
- Non-alcoholic alternatives available
- Tea and coffee served
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Accompany one of Philadelphia’s leading food writers on a gastronomic journey through South Philadelphia. Over approximately a three-hour duration, we’ll stroll from the local community of East Passyunk into South Philadelphia, finally arriving at the Italian Market. You’ll savor cuisines from renowned local eateries and acclaimed destinations, as your tour operator imparts tales and insights gleaned from years covering food in Philadelphia and nationwide. Get the low-down on Philly’s infamous cheesesteaks, the true story behind the Italian Market, and depart equipped with a plethora of suggestions for the remainder of your visit. This exploration transcends regular tourist attractions to spotlight local treasures, backed by the insider expertise of an experienced food correspondent.
Location
The Singing Fountain
South 11th Street
We'll meet at the Singing Fountain on Passyunk Avenue, a gathering spot for neighborhood residents.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Annaad1525dt
Mar 25, 2024
Looking for a tour beyond the Italian market‘s 9th street? This one’s for you. - Maddy is an excellent and engaging guide. Her knowledge of the area and recommendations for local eating establishments make this intimate tour a must do.
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Thomasbice
Feb 26, 2024
Great intro to South Philly and Italian Market. - Ate a lot, learned a lot! Good variety, excellent choice of food culture. A little history, a little gossip, a little future plans. A spectacular experience.
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Ashleysd45wf
Feb 17, 2024
Excellent Philadelphia Food Tour! - This food tour was fantastic! Maddie, our guide, was so knowledgeable about the food history, culture, and neighborhoods of South Philadelphia. Her stops and food selections were well-planned and thoughtful and gave us a comprehensive sense of the gastronomic personality of the city. Highly recommend!
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891sherylg
Dec 24, 2023
Discover Delicious Treats & Fun Philly Facts - Maddie has the perfect blend of food and historical knowledge of Philly's food scene and how the neighborhoods in S. Philly evolved. Our family had a great day with her on a private tour and were surprised by each stop - some we had heard of and some we had not. There was a nice range of ethnicities in the mix and despite the cold December day, it was a nice walk around one of Philly's most iconic areas. She is a delightful tour guide and we highly recommend the Tiny Tables tour whether you're a visitor or a native!
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Amandaloveschampagne
Dec 22, 2023
Fantastic Tour - Book it now! - Maddy is fantastic. She is warm, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. Whether you are a local or a tourist, you will learn something new about the Italian Market and surrounding area. The food portions were generous and delicious and the tour finished with a glass of wine (or non-alcoholic option) at the DiBruno Bottle Store. I would highly recommend this tour and will be bringing my future visitors!. Thank you for a wonderful experience, Maddy!
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A564bldanielc
Dec 16, 2023
Yummmm - The tour was fun, educational, thoughtful, and most importantly, delicious. It showcases the amazing diversity and history of South Philly and its food scene in an extremely fun and approachable way. 10 out of 10, sign up immediately!
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Bobbobster
Nov 17, 2023
A few fun hours in Philly - The food was delicious, and the tour was quite informative.
Can't wait to revisit a few of the stops!
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Emilyc000
Nov 13, 2023
Yummy food tour! - Excellent food tour! Maddy was friendly, passionate and knowledgeable. Everything we ate was beyond delicious. Highly recommend Tiny Table Tours!
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Pejbag
Nov 6, 2023
Review of Maddy's tour of the Italian Market - Maddy is SUPERB! I live in Philadelphia. The tour of the Italian Market is fantastic for residents of Philly and visitors who aren't knowledge about the food scene here. I recommend this tour HIGHLY!!
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Mccuelmichelle
Sep 19, 2023
In-depth knowledge meets great food - I've taken food tours in many cities during my global travels. Maddy's was the best one, hands down. As a journalist, she brings a depth of knowledge, storytelling, and insight to the food experiences that just made the whole experience feel culturally rich and valuable beyond the great things we ate. That said, the food was also great, and the choice of places we stopped illustrated to wide range of cuisine that defines Philly's food scene. In short, it was a great experience. Highly recommend.
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