Italian Market Food Tour with Top Philly Food Journalist
Overview
Join one of Philadelphia's top food journalists on a walking tour through South Philadelphia. Over the course of about three hours, we'll walk from the local neighborhood of East Passyunk through South Philadelphia into the Italian Market. You'll eat dishes from local favorites and famous spots, while your tour guide shares stories and history learned from years spent reporting on food in Philadelphia and across the country. You'll hear gossip about Philly's most famous cheesesteaks, the real history behind the Italian Market, and walk away with lots of recommendations for the rest of your trip. This tour goes beyond tourist spots and highlights local gems from the insider knowledge of a seasoned food journalist.
Inclusions
- Alcoholic Beverages - guests 21 and up will sip wine. Younger guests and those who don't partake will have the option to try an N/A alternative
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- Lunch
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Passyunk Avenue, Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Washington Avenue, Washington Ave, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Italian Market, 9th Street from Wharton to Fitzwater Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19147
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.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Passyunk Avenue, Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Washington Avenue, Washington Ave, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Italian Market, 9th Street from Wharton to Fitzwater Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19147
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
hannaha464
April 2023
The restaurant choices were amazing and I was happily full by the end of the tour! Perfect way to spend an afternoon in Philly, even if you already live here!!
The restaurant choices were amazing and I was happily full by the end of the tour! Perfect way to spend an afternoon in Philly, even if you already live here!!kellymD6637GZ
May 2023
This was an awesome tour. Maddy is very fun and engaging and knows her stuff. You'll get plenty of food but the tour is timed nicely so that it's not too much or too little. I live in and am from Philly and I got to experience places I've never been! Whether you're a local or a visitor, Maddy's t...
This was an awesome tour. Maddy is very fun and engaging and knows her stuff. You'll get plenty of food but the tour is timed nicely so that it's not too much or too little. I live in and am from Philly and I got to experience places I've never been! Whether you're a local or a visitor, Maddy's tour is a must.suzanneamadork
May 2023
My husband and I have recently started taking in food and culture tours on our vacations. These have been very high quality, so I was disappointed that we didn't have anything like them in our own area. That made it exciting when my daughter told us about this new local company offering similar ...
My husband and I have recently started taking in food and culture tours on our vacations. These have been very high quality, so I was disappointed that we didn't have anything like them in our own area. That made it exciting when my daughter told us about this new local company offering similar tours here in Philadelphia. The South Philadephia walking tour by Maddy met the high standards set by Culinary Backstreets and other food tours we've done in the US and internationally. The food was quirky and super-delicious and we hadn't been to any of the bakeries, restaurants or others, even though we eat out a lot and we've visited the Italian Market before. I especially liked how the food stops were mingled with her insights into context about individual owners, immigrant culture, lots of Philadelphia history we still hadn't heard after living here 30+ years, colorful local gossip, and lots of suggestions for further exploration. The amount of food was just right for me (enough for lunch and drinkns plus some solid dessert and snacks, all paced so I didn't fill up, which is a problem for me.) We walked enough for a good day out without being fatigued (we're boomers, but the rest of the 10 or so on the tour were 20's to early 40's at most). Would definitely take other tours with Tiny Table if they offer them.D9755VTmaried
April 2023
I'm not someone who gets into group activities but this was really fun and interesting. Even as a Philly native, I learned a lot and tried spots I'd never tried before. Great way to spend a few hours during an afternoon!
I'm not someone who gets into group activities but this was really fun and interesting. Even as a Philly native, I learned a lot and tried spots I'd never tried before. Great way to spend a few hours during an afternoon!sophiaaA722CR
April 2023
I highly recommend this tour! As someone who lives in the neighborhood Maddy taught me something new at every single stop. This tour is great for people visiting, locals and everyone in between.
I highly recommend this tour! As someone who lives in the neighborhood Maddy taught me something new at every single stop. This tour is great for people visiting, locals and everyone in between.K8947OCdougt
April 2023
The introduction to some the restaurants was great and the history and local stories brought the experience to life. Our guide was charming, funny, and a delight to tour with.
The introduction to some the restaurants was great and the history and local stories brought the experience to life. Our guide was charming, funny, and a delight to tour with.