Manuela

I eat, I drink and I know things

  • I live in Rome
  • I speak English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 1 hours

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Manuela

Born and raised in Rome, I love sharing the best of my city with those who visit. For over 10 years, I’ve been guiding curious travelers through authentic spots, delicious flavors, and the true local atmosphere.

My specialty? Food & drink experiences! I’ll take you to bustling markets, historic delis, and the hidden gems where locals eat, so you can taste the real flavors of the city. From crispy supplì to handmade pasta, from the perfect espresso to the right wine for every occasion—every stop will be a treat for your taste buds!

If you want to experience Rome through its food, traditions, and vibrant neighborhoods, I’d love to show you around. See you soon!

  • I live in Rome
  • I speak English
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 1 hours

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Reviews

Meredith
21 May 2025
Manuela was incredible. First she was considerate to our slow moving group. Second she adjusted her original plan based on what our groups preferences were. She was kind, friendly, very knowledgeable, and overall just a how to spend the tour with. She also included some incredible history bits throughout the tour that added to the food portions. Our group was introduced to some of the most unique and authentic foods to Rome! I would recommend her every time!!!! Amazing food and tour experience
Lisa
27 April 2025
Partecipare al food tour di Roma con Manuela è stata un’esperienza indimenticabile! Fin dal primo momento, si è dimostrata accogliente, preparata e appassionata del suo lavoro. Il suo amore per la cucina romana traspare in ogni tappa del tour, tra racconti curiosi, aneddoti storici e consigli autentici. Ogni assaggio è stato scelto con cura, dai supplì più croccanti alla pizza e mortazza più buona che abbia mai provato. Manuela ci ha guidato nei posti meno turistici, quelli veri, frequentati dai romani, dove ogni morso raccontava una storia. La sua conoscenza sia gastronomica che culturale ha arricchito il percorso, trasformando una semplice passeggiata in un viaggio tra sapori e tradizioni. Consiglio il tour di Manuela a chiunque voglia scoprire la vera anima culinaria di Roma, lontano dai soliti percorsi turistici. È stato come vivere la città attraverso il palato, accompagnati da un’amica del posto. Un’esperienza che rifarei senza esitazione!Roma at its best!
Verified
12 April 2025
The tour was amazing! Emanuela the guide was perfect. Nice, interesting and full of stories and culinary tips. The neighborhood is very special and the Testaccio market is a place you don't usually go to alone. Highly recommended!Amazing tour!
Mary
30 March 2025
Our guide Manuela - we cannot say enough praise for her!! Manu is the BEST!! She is so passionate and knowledgeable about the area and food. She guided us like we were good friends and allowed us to enjoy the amazing tastes of this area and teach us the history as well. Absolutely one of the best tours I have ever been on. We are going to tell all our friends to do this tour and ask for Manuela!The Best Food Tour!!! Learn and taste your way through Testaccio
Gabe
24 March 2025
Thanks so much for a fabulous week in Tuscany. Donna and I really enjoyed the week. We’ve visited Tuscany twice before and this was absolutely what we were hoping it would be. The wine makers, the cheese maker, the iris/olive oil farmer, and others were so passionate about what they do. It connected us to Italy. The accommodations were lovely. Old Italy, comforts of home, breathtaking views at every turn, quiet and peaceful. After a few days in Italy on our on, it was so relaxing to turn everything over to Untold Italy. The best part was Olivia and Manuela. What a team. Everything was organized, punctual and very relaxed. Olivia kept us informed, on time (in a calm and graceful manner), Manuela answered all my history questions (at length!!). Bravo for a job well done. Hope we are able to experience other regions of Italy with Untold Italy in the future. This trip was really an experience!No Title
Alyson
21 March 2025
My husband and I did this pasta-making class on the last night of our honeymoon in Rome, and it was truly the perfect cherry on top of an unforgettable trip. Manuela met us outside in a public space, which made it easy for everyone in the group to find her. She was incredibly friendly, personable, and fun from the very beginning, and immediately made us feel welcome. Once we arrived at the class space, Manuela introduced us to Chef Luca, who was equally warm and engaging. Together, they gave a great overview of what the next three hours would entail. Even though we’d taken pasta-making classes before, we learned new techniques and tips that we’re genuinely excited to try at home. What really stood out was the personal touch both Manuela and Chef Luca brought to the experience. They walked around the room throughout the class, checking in with each of us to make sure we were using the techniques correctly, offering helpful feedback, and giving extra tips to elevate our pasta. It felt like they truly cared about making the experience not just fun, but educational and memorable. We were lucky to be part of a great group that included other honeymooners—one couple had even gotten married on the same day as us! Group activities can sometimes be hit or miss while traveling, but this one was a definite hit. We’re so glad we chose this class. It was one of the highlights of our trip, and we’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic, hands-on, and heartwarming Roman experience. Alyson & JaredA Perfect Ending to Our Honeymoon
Trek
15 March 2025
We loved the tour. Manuela was a wonderful enthusiastic guide who loved her food and places we went to. Nothing made me think we went to a place because the tour guide was receiving a kickbackGreat food experience
Meghan
14 March 2025
Loved this experience! Manuela was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and the food we ate, it was an eye opening experience and definitely helped us get more comfortable in the city, especially at night. The food we ate was spectacular, and was a very good quality. I would recommend this tour over some of the other tours because the price point is lower however you still get to try many of the same things. We’ve tried many of our guides recommendations and loved all of them!Amazing and worth it
Brandy
8 March 2025
I just returned from “Fall in Tuscany” and am already thinking about what to experience to next with Untold Italy. Our tour guide, Manuela, is an absolute gem - I cannot imagine how this experience could have been any better! Every day was a new adventure and the experiences were nothing we could have done on our own - a goat farm!, olive oil tasting, a cooking class, many wine tastings and amazing meals, and a special surprise on our final day in Montepulciano. Trying to keep this short as I could go on and on, but highly recommend and can’t wait for my next tour with Untold Italy.No Title
Verified
2 March 2025
Our family group had a great time on this evening tour. Our guide Manuela was very entertaining and informative. Plenty of food, drink and interesting stories as we wandered around central Rome. Would certainly recommend this tour.A fun and fascinating food tour

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