Erik

The American Italian Foody Musician

  • I live in Naples
  • I speak Italiano, English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 10 hours

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Erik

Hi and welcome to Southern Italy. For me it is one of the best places anywhere in the world. A little about me, I am half Italian and half American. For many years I worked as a financial manager until recently I decided to try another path, I resigned from my job and decided to focus on things I am more passionate about, to share my love of the Campania region of Italy including Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, Naples, Pompeii and more! I’ve been tours for years privately and have recently added the Withlocals community to my portfolio. I love good food both cooking and eating it as well as wines. I’m no sommelier, but I know the regional wines of Italy well as well as which pair well with a meal. I am also a musician and during this new life transition I am focusing more time on writing and recording an album on my own. I have lived in Italy for over 12 years through out my life span and would love to share the beauty and secrets of southern Italy with travelers who come here from around the world. I’ve worked in many different fields from restaurants, to government, finance to free lancing, teaching and entrepreneurship. I’m a strong believer in energies and always aim to push out peaceful vibes into the world. As a fellow world traveler, and lover of international culture, I can always find something to relate with and I deeply enjoy having interesting discussions as we eat our way through beautiful and historic areas. My dream one day would be to take over the reigns of Anthony Bourdain and create my own travel show.

  • I live in Naples
  • I speak Italiano, English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 10 hours

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Reviews

Rosella
8 March 2025
I had the pleasure of meeting Eric and Carmine, two extraordinary people who put passion into everything they do. I highly recommend following them and joining their many initiatives, to live experiences to remember.Highly recommended!
Simona
14 January 2025
When I entered the enchanting location of HelpmeNapoli for the first time I was left breathless, for the wonderful position on the sea of ​​Naples and for the attention to detail of the organizers Eric and Carmine ... I had a lot of fun at an evening with friends where I could taste excellent dishes and excellent wine, listen to music and meet new people of various nationalities and I participated with pleasure in a contemporary art exhibition having the honor of meeting an exceptional artist. I will carefully follow the next initiatives of Carmine and Eric and I strongly recommend you to do so because they are unique events in the city of Naples.Unique experience in Naples
Katrina
12 January 2025
We had an amazing time with Eric and Carmine in Sorrento. Very knowledgeable and fun. We would HIGHLY recommend them for anything you need in Naples or the Amalfi Coast!Amazing time!
Sabina
17 December 2024
Naples is experienced in all its forms and essences, and Erik and Carmine of helpmeNapoli know this well, with simplicity, cordiality and competence they make you perceive and love Naples and its surroundings. Do you want to watch the sunset in a breathtaking location enjoying dishes mixed between American and Neapolitan cuisine? Do you have a sporty spirit, do you love trekking? The coastal paths have no secrets for them!!! Do you love art? Do you want to learn the "secrets" of Neapolitan cuisine? Ask them, they will organize everything in detail and down to the smallest details Experts of experience!
Verified
21 November 2024
My friends and I had an amazing boating experience out in the gulf of Naples thanks to Erik and HelpmeNapoli!! For a great price he hooked us up with an all day boat rental so we could go out to Sorrento and Capri. Highly recommend his services for an awesome summer experience!!Amazing boating experience
Chelsea
17 August 2024
Recently booked a food walking tour in Sorrento with Erik. He was so kind and fun to get to know. He took us to a few great places - had local cheese, gnocchi and this peach wine that was amazing and refreshing. It was a great experience. Highly recommend booking with Erik! Erik + Pasta = Perfect Day
GYANENDRA
9 July 2024
We had a wonderful time with Erik in Sorrento. He took us around the whole town, also took us to some beautiful eateries and we had a very amazing and intriguing time with him. He is so soft and a thorough gentleman!! Will definitely receive him to my friends visiting this part of the world!! Amazing time with Erik !!
Ann
3 November 2023
We were a group of three and really enjoyed getting to experience Sorrento through the eyes of our local host. We had delicious cheeses, great dishes at a fun and definitely local restaurant snd of course a taste of gelato and limoncello. The food was delicious and in abundance accompanied by unique wines. It was great to chat with our host. We have plans for our next trip. I highly recommend Carmine.A true local experience

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