• Shanghai - Highlights:
  Experience the essence of Chinese cuisine with Team Mercato, a collective of food and beverage experts providing tailored food and culture tours in the country’s most dynamic cities, such as Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, Wuhan, Hangzhou, Taiwan, Xinjiang, and more.

Guided by seasoned chefs, bartenders, sommeliers, and restaurant managers, this adventure is crafted to let you dine like a local, venturing beyond the typical tourist paths.

Flexible Itinerary:
Every tour is tailored to your preferences, dietary requirements, and the seasonal specialties of the local city.

You might explore:

• Street food alleys in Chengdu
• Seafood markets in Guangzhou
• Handmade noodle shops in Wuhan
• Halal food trails in Xinjiang
• Night market hopping in Taiwan

Stops may include local restaurants, tea houses, spice markets, or cooking demonstration visits—depending on your interests and comfort level.

Duration Options:
Select from:

• 3-hour quick tastings
• Half-day immersion tours
• Full-day custom culinary journeys
  You’ll walk, taste, and converse with your guide, with breaks, snacks, or drinks included.

Languages Offered:

• English
• Mandarin Chinese
  (Additional languages available upon request)

• English-speaking culinary guide with F&B expertise
• List of recommended restaurants and spots for after the tour
• Pre-experience consultation to customize based on dietary needs/preferences
• Personalized food and culture storytelling
• Snacks

• Meals
• Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
• Entrance fees
• Any additional personal purchases, premium food add-ons, or alcoholic beverages

• Chengdu Street Skewers - Grilled meat or tofu skewers marinated with Sichuan peppercorns, chili, and house-made spice blends — a spicy favorite from local night markets.
• Shanghai Soup Dumplings (Xiaolongbao) - Delicate steamed dumplings filled with savory pork and rich broth, served with vinegar and ginger.
• Tea-Smoked Duck - A traditional Hangzhou specialty, featuring duck smoked over tea leaves and camphor wood for a unique aroma and tender bite.
• Xinjiang Lamb Kebabs - Flame-grilled lamb skewers seasoned with cumin and chili powder — a must-try from the western region’s vibrant food stalls.
• Taiwanese Bubble Tea & Night Market Snacks - Iconic bubble milk tea served with a variety of local treats like crispy chicken, scallion pancakes, or stinky tofu.

This is no ordinary food tour. With Team Mercato, participants will delve into China’s culinary essence alongside local experts who have experience as chefs, bartenders, sommeliers, and F&B professionals in leading restaurants nationwide. Whether enjoying tea in a serene courtyard or sampling spicy skewers at a lively night market, each experience is customized to suit individual tastes, comfort, and curiosity. The team goes beyond just providing meals—they interpret culture, ignite conversations, and reveal local secrets known only to insiders.

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