Calabria's cuisine is one of Italy's most underrated and fiercely local — bergamot liqueurs, 'Nduja, swordfish from the Strait, and Cirò wines demand a guided tasting with a passionate local expert. This intimate food walk is a passport into the soul of the region.
What to expect
Your guide leads you through the Mercato Centrale and along the Corso Garibaldi, stopping at a salumeria for 'Nduja tasting on warm bread, a historic bar for bergamot granita, and a enoteca for a structured tasting of Calabrian DOC wines including Cirò Rosso and Greco di Bianco. At each stop, the guide contextualises the ingredient within Calabrian history and culture. The experience concludes with a sit-down antipasto spread at a recommended local restaurant. Portions are generous; arrive hungry.
Good to know
The food walk starts near Piazza De Nava, a 3-minute walk from port, and takes 3–3.5 hours. Notify your operator of any dietary restrictions in advance. The bergamot tasting alone — Reggio produces 95% of the world's supply — justifies the excursion. Book the private version for a fully customised pace and stops.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Reggio Calabria — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
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