Locals' Favorites Food Tour

Hold on to your taste buds! This 2.5-hour gourmet tasting adventure in the heart of Philadelphia will introduce you to eclectic yet decadent treats at 5 of the city's noteworthy foodie destinations, all from beloved local family-owned businesses.

Your friendly and knowledgeable guide will start you off at the iconic Reading Terminal Market to see the individual families that make up this iconic destination. Here, you'll enjoy molten cheese curds and corndogs, a sampling of Middle Eastern delights, and a decadent Amish-inspired dessert while hearing about the passion and love wrapped into every bite.

Next up, a visit to Philadelphia’s most famous gourmet superstore, Di Bruno Bros. During our stroll to the posh neighborhood of Rittenhouse Square, your guide will point out significant architecture and a few hot restaurants to add to your “Must Visit” list. In Di Bruno’s renowned cheese cave, we’ll lavish you with hearty portions of 4 fantastic farmstead and imported cheeses. Your guide will share the inside scoop on how cheese is made, and we'll answer all of your questions about selecting and serving cheeses! We’ll arm you with the confidence to approach any cheese shop like a pro and the skills to throw together one killer cheese board at your next party! Your adventure concludes with a sweet and salty finale from one of the most well-known bakeries in the city, and it'll certainly leave you happy!

This tasting is perfect for individuals, couples, families, and out-of-town guests! Great for birthdays, anniversaries, and dates!

This is a tasting adventure, not a full meal. This tour is not designed for children under the age of 5. Please note that the majority of time on this tour is spent standing and eating. Limited time is spent sitting.

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