Authentic Food Tour in Madrid

Activity description :

1. 3 hours
2. Up to 7 people
3. English, Spanish

In the heart of Chamberí, one of Madrid’s most authentic neighborhoods, this food tour takes you on a journey through the taverns, the local market, and the historic shops where Madrileños have been gathering for generations, far from the tourist trails.

Your food tour:

Duration: 3 hours – 7 culinary stops – Cultural and historical commentary

• Aperitivo at an iconic spot in Madrid’s aperitivo culture.
• A stop at an authentic neighborhood square, off the beaten path.
• Seafood and white wine tasting at a neighborhood tavern that’s been open since 1949.
• Visit to the local Chamberí market to meet the vendors.
• Private tasting of Iberian ham, sliced on-site by a master carver, paired with regional cheeses, in a century-old gourmet shop.
• Seated meal at a local restaurant, featuring a tortilla de patatas and Iberian pork specialties.
• Dessert at a pastry shop popular with locals.

Examples of dishes served: vermouth or wine as an aperitif, seafood and Albariño, Iberian ham and regional cheeses, potato omelet, Iberian pork dishes and seasonal vegetables, Basque cheesecake with caramelized cheese.

A gourmet and convivial immersion in authentic Madrid, off the beaten path.

Included:

• All tastings and beverages offered throughout the tour (more than a full meal).
• Access to restaurants that are difficult to book on your own.
• A tasting of Iberian ham and regional cheeses with a master carver.
• The company of an expert local guide.