Description
The Romeo and Juliet food tour in Verona pictures how a day, or a clandestine meeting, of the two lovers could have gone, and lets you live it by eating what people in the city have always eaten. It is a walking tour of about three hours through the historic centre.
The route takes in the Arena di Verona, pretty piazzas and quiet corners of the old town. Your guide mixes history, literature and local custom to tell of love, rivalry and family honour, and of where the Montagues and Capulets came from.
The tasting stops are chosen with care. Along the way you try:
- local olives and seasonal bites
- sandwiches made on the spot and street food
- cheeses and hams from the region
- traditional delicacies of everyday Verona life
Everything is simple and tied to the land. Food lovers, romantics and culture fans will all fit in, Shakespeare devotee or not. Wear comfortable shoes and tell the guide about any dietary restrictions beforehand. The meeting point depends on the departure you book, so check the details after booking. Tips are not included.