Santiago Market and Food Tour

Summary Description

Start your fun and food-packed two-hour tour by meeting your guide at 12pm in a central local spot. At your first stop you'll discover why this bar is known for one thing; its Spanish omelette! Then you’ll explore Santiago's popular market and rub shoulders with the locals as you enjoy the best Spanish cured meats. Then pop into a third generation cheese shop where grandmother and granddaughter can be seen making cheese side by side! Try some of Galicia’s most famous as well as little known cheeses accompanied by a traditional sweet jelly.

Visit a busy local pastry shop to get a slice of empanada and discover why this popular flat pie has been made in Galicia since the Cathedral was built! Relax with a glass of Galician wine and some fantastic freshly-made tapas dishes at a quaint tapas bar specializing in Galician seafood. Treat your tastebuds to a slice of something sweet as we finish our fun-packed tour with Santiago's iconic almond cake. 

Description

Explore the city's colorful local market on this foodie tour of Santiago! Visit five of the locals' favorite spots full of history and tradition to indulge in the best of the region's top-rated gastronomy. Try market specialties, centuries-old pastry recipes and the Galicians' famous liqueur. A not-to-be-missed Galician experience for those who want to see the authentic Santiago!

Included / Excluded
  • 12 food tastings
  • 1 wine
  • 1 liqueur
  • Dessert
  • Friendly and knowledgeable guide
  • Lunch
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 2h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Kids under 6 go free.
Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please dress appropriately for weather conditions with suitable footwear for cobblestone streets
Some dishes will be shared by tour participants and may contain traces of nuts, seeds, meat, and seafood
If a different meal is preferred, you are asked to make arrangements with the establishment
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Operated by:

Feast Galicia Tours

About operator:

Eat, explore and see the real Galicia with us! Learn the secrets behind the famous Galician cuisine, meet the locals and enjoy wonderful Galician hospitality in the company of your knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide! Go off the beaten track and hear the stories behind the dishes and places while you discover the culture and history of this fascinating corner of Spain! We offer three fantastic walking food tours in Santiago's picturesque historic center: Our GOURMET SANTIAGO tour will take in modern and traditional local restaurants where we'll enjoy each course of our lunch at a different spot! SANTIAGO TAPAS & TRADITIONS is a fab evening tour for those who want to learn not only where to eat the best tapas but also how to order and what to order! Visit five traditional tapas bars and pastry shops to get a true tapas experience! Our MARKET FOODIE TRAIL will give you an insider's look at the local market, try some of its famous specialties as well visiting four other hidden gems!

Basic Information
  • Duration: 2 hours
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