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Morning street food tour of Catania

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The tour starts from the central Piazza Duomo. The route goes through the stalls of the fish market offering customers the unique opportunity to discover all its secrets. The guide selects for customers the best samples of the day to taste (e.g. octopus, anchovies, fruit, delicatessen products) telling recipes and curiosities. The walk proceeds to Villa Bellini, where the men of the neighborhoods gather daily to play cards. Not to be missed is the “arancino” with meat sauce and “cipolline” with mozzarella and shallot.You will learn something new about food, but also about culture and history. The walking tour of Catania takes place not only on the road, but also... under the road. One of the most exciting moments is the view of the underground river Amenano, which flows along a lava tunnel. History lovers will also appreciate the passage to Piazza Federico di Svevia, where the imposing Ursino Castle stands.To survive the sultry summer mornings, you will be offered a traditional Catania seltzer (refreshing syrup). The tour of Catania ends with “granita” and brioche or “minnuzza di Sant'Agata”. All tour participants will receive the Passaporto del Mangione (foodie passport) as a gift.
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About Morning street food tour of Catania
About Morning street food tour of Catania
This tour starts at Piazza Duomo in the heart of Catania, taking you to explore the fish market stalls and discover the city's secrets, local food, history, and fascinating culture.
Why Morning street food tour of Catania is a must
Taste the best local foods handpicked by the guide, such as octopus, anchovies, fruits, meat products, including 'Arancino' with meat sauce and 'Cipollini' with mozzarella and red onion. See the underground Amenano River flowing through lava tunnels and Ursino Castle. Receive traditional seltzer for refreshment, and conclude with 'granita' and brioche bread or 'minnuzza di Sant'Agata'. Participants will receive a Passaporto del Mangione as a gift.
Top things to do at Morning street food tour of Catania
Start at Piazza Duomo Walk through the fish market stalls and taste local food Visit Villa Bellini Taste 'Arancino' with meat sauce and 'Cipollini' Learn about Catania's food, culture, and history See the underground Amenano River flowing through lava tunnels Walk to Piazza Federico di Svevia, home to Ursino Castle Receive traditional Catania seltzer Conclude with 'granita' and brioche bread or 'minnuzza di Sant'Agata'
Location of Morning street food tour of Catania
The tour starts at Piazza Duomo in the heart of Catania, Italy.
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All tour participants will receive a Passaporto del Mangione (Gourmet Passport) as a gift.