Rome: Guided Roman Meal Experience with a local Chef｜Italy

This experience is designed as a guided Roman meal, following the traditional way Romans eat: Antipasto, Primo, Secondo, and a final ritual with gelato or coffee. Rather than a typical tasting tour, you’ll move through each course in order while learning how food, wine, and daily life come together in Rome.

The experience begins with traditional Roman antipasti, including local cheeses and porchetta, paired with a glass of wine. Your host explains how these products are made, where they come from in the Lazio region, and why they are an essential part of a Roman meal.

Between courses, you’ll visit a surprise stop, revealed during the experience. This short cultural interlude adds context to Roman dining habits and may vary to ensure authenticity and quality.

Next, you’ll take part in a guided Roman wine tasting at a specialized venue in Trastevere. You’ll taste three Roman wines accompanied by locally produced olives, while learning about Lazio grape varieties, wine traditions, and how wine fits into everyday Roman meals.

The main part of the experience takes place at a family-run Roman restaurant. Here, you’ll sit down for a complete meal including one Primo and one Secondo, served with wine. Your host explains the structure of Roman meals, the role of each course, and how these dishes are traditionally enjoyed by local families. During this stop, guests will also enjoy a small surprise, revealed at the table.

To conclude the experience, you’ll finish the meal as Romans do, choosing between artisanal gelato or a classic Italian espresso. This final stop offers a relaxed moment to reflect on the experience and ask questions.

Throughout the experience, the focus is on understanding Roman food culture, not just tasting it. This guided meal offers insight into tradition, regional products, and the rhythms of Roman dining, all in the heart of Trastevere.