Siena Food Tour, Siena

Discover the scenic and delicious town of Siena with a guided walking and tasting tour. Your local guide will introduce you to traditional Tuscan food culture and Siena's most typical bites. You’ll not only taste regional specialties, but you’ll also learn about Tuscany’s wealth of foods. Observe how gastronomy ties into the local Tuscan culture and enjoy many snacks along the way!

Your tour begins at the Tuscan Wine School for a walk around Siena to discover its best artisan produce. Learn the secrets behind local wine production and taste a few typical whites and reds. Then enjoy an extra virgin olive oil tasting paired with simple Tuscan bread.

As you walk around the city, you’ll sample different products. Taste Pecorino cheeses and learn how to distinguish fresco from stagionato using different kinds of local honey. Try delicious meats produced in farms around Siena and listen to stories about Siena's medieval fruitcake and panpepato, the local pepper bread. Discover how locals find truffles while you taste black and white varieties, and polish off your tour with authentic Italian gelato for dessert.

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