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My daughters and I booked a cooking class, Pasta making class with nonna, while in Roma. It was easy to find. Located inside a gorgeous restaurant and we were greeted by the kindest, most warm-hearted... See more
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Wonderful Experiences with Local Aromas! We did several foodie experiences with Local Aromas in Rome, Florence and Tuscany, and had an amazing time on each tour. We sampled incredible food and drin... See more
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We (grandmother, daughter, granddaughter) just experienced the most brilliant 5AM-8AM tour with our guide, Christian, that you organized for us. Absolutely fabulous!! The Spanish Steps were co... See more
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Wonderful Experiences with Local Aromas
Wonderful Experiences with Local Aromas!
We did several foodie experiences with Local Aromas in Rome, Florence and Tuscany, and had an amazing time on each tour. We sampled incredible food and drinks, learned so much, and made so many new friends. I cannot recommend Local Aromas enough, and can't wait for more experiences on my next trip!
10 November 2025
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Ciao Tracy!
Thank you so much for this wonderful message! We’re super super happy to hear that you joined us in Rome, Florence, and Tuscany! Wow! What a delicious adventure!
It means so much to know you loved the food, the stories, and the connections made along the way. Our team will be so happy to read your words. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more unforgettable foodie moments on your next trip to Italy! 💛 ( and we know that will be soon!! )
When in Rome, do as the Romans do.
We throughly enjoyed our Friday night group Italian street food tour. Our lovely, knowledgeable guide was welcoming and friendly.
There’s something special about enjoying the authentic, high quality street food of this ancient city, with a real Roman guiding us.
The tour began near the Spanish steps with an aperitivo and ended with Gelato near Castel Sant'Angelo.
I’d say we all started the tour as strangers but certainly ended as friends! Highly recommend! Grazie!
14 November 2025
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Ciao!
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear how much you enjoyed your Mystery food tour. There really is something magical about discovering Rome’s authentic flavors with a true local by your side. You are not just eating, but learning the magic behind it all!
We love that your group ended the evening as friends; that’s exactly the spirit of Local Aromas! Grazie mille for the kind words and recommendation — we hope to see you again soon! 💛
Definitely a MUST do!
Let me begin by saying this experience was amazing from start to finish. My sister and I wanted a cooking class, but this was so much more! We arrived early at our meeting spot in a small piazza market, and were greeted in the sweetest way by Jamila who immediately made us feel welcomed and comfortable, as if we were meeting family we didn't know we had. She then took us for an Italian breakfast of coffee and pastry standing at the bar in the traditional Italian way, it was wonderful. After, we had a walk around the market and bought a few things for our cooking class. I won't give away all her surprises, but believe me, it was memorable. Jamila is not only a good teacher she knows so much about the history of Italy and the food. We enjoyed and savored every moment! It is an experience not to be missed!
10 November 2025
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Dear Leticia,
Thank you so much for this beautiful message! Reading it truly warmed our hearts. We’re so happy that your time with Jamila was everything you hoped for (and more!).
She has such a special gift for making guests feel instantly at home while sharing her love for Italian food, culture, and history.
We love that you experienced the market, the coffee bar, and all those little surprises that make a day in Rome unforgettable.
Grazie di cuore for sharing your story.... it means the world to us! 💛
Touring Rome's empty streets at 5 am
Although we are not early morning people, we signed up for the sunrise tour of Rome as a way to have an overview of all of the sights in Rome. Christian picked us up at our hotel at 5 am and proceeded to do a 3 hour+ tour through the almost empty streets of Rome. We were able to visit the Pantheon, Forum, Coliseum, Vatican, Trevi Fountain and many other places in a way that could not have happened later in the day. Christian exuded enthusiasm for the history and was a storehouse of knowledge about everything we saw. It was a great tour and one that we would recommend to anyone. Thank you.
2 November 2025
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Dear Jessica,
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review! We’re so happy you decided to be brave and go for the early wake-up call. It sounds like it paid off beautifully.
Seeing Rome’s landmarks in that quiet morning light is such a rare and magical experience. Christian will be thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed his passion and storytelling.
We’re so glad it became one of those unforgettable memories, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. Grazie mille for starting your day (and ours!) with such kind words! 💛
Aperitivo Tour - a delight
The Aperitivo Tour was a perfect introduction to the Rome food scene on our first night in Italy. Each of the 3 spots we visited were unique and our guide Eric tailored our experience to our needs.
1 November 2025
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Dear Heather,
Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re so glad your Aperitivo Tour with Eric was the perfect start to your time in Italy.
He’s wonderful at reading the group and making sure every stop feels special, and it sounds like you got to experience 3 great sides of Rome’s food scene. What a perfect start to what we hope was a perfect trip! Grazie mille for joining us! 🥂💛
Amazing - Take this Tour
My husband and I visited Rome in November 2025 to complete the Jubilee pilgrimage. We knew we also wanted to learn more about the history of the community in addition to connecting with our faith. We decided to take the tour through the Jewish Ghetto through Local Aromas. This was a wonderful decision. Our guide, Benedetta, was amazing. She shared so much about the history of this area and about the resiliency of its residents. We could feel the care and compassion she had when explaining their hardships. She also did a wonderful job highlighting the foods from the area. We were able to enjoy the delicacies in a lovely restaurant. We highly recommend this tour and Benedetta.
6 November 2025
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Ciao Michelle,
Thank you so much for this beautiful message. We’re truly touched by your words and so happy that your tour through the Jewish Ghetto meant so much to you.
Benedetta will be deeply moved to know how her stories and care came through — she’s incredibly passionate about sharing both the history and the heart of this community. We’re so glad you enjoyed the local dishes too; they carry so much meaning and tradition.
Grazie mille for joining us during such a special trip and for sharing your experience with such warmth. 💛
Had a fun and informative evening with…
Had a fun and informative evening with Eric for olive oil and pizza tasting. We would highly recommend this when you are in Rome.
29 October 2025
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Ciao Pamela,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you had such a fun evening with Eric — he has a real passion for sharing the stories behind olive oil and pizza, and we’re thrilled you enjoyed it. It’s one of those experiences that really makes you see (and taste!) Rome in a new way. Grazie mille for the recommendation, and we hope to see you again soon!
Mystery Food Tour
Our tour guide was great. She was very knowledgeable and informative. The foods we tried were general street food and an aperitivo experience. By the last stop I was done with eating and just enjoyed walking through the city. I was disappointed that the tour that was scheduled to last 3 hours only lasted 2,5. I am torn about whether the tour was worth the price I paid.
17 October 2025
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Ciao Glynne,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate it. We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the food and that your guide made the experience informative and engaging.
Regarding the timing, we completely understand how it might have felt shorter; time does fly when you are having a great time. However, we wanted to clarify a small detail. Our guides are so passionate about what they do that they often extend their time with guests, never shorten it.
With a group of 7 people, multiple seated tastings, and plenty of walking through Rome’s backstreets, it’s actually logistically impossible for the tour to run only two and a half hours. In this case, the experience began 15 minutes early since everyone had arrived, and Jamila said goodbye after the gelato stop at 8:55 PM — meaning the experience lasted about 3 hours and five minutes in total.
We’re sorry if it felt otherwise, but we truly hope you still enjoyed exploring Rome’s flavors and atmosphere with us. Your feedback helps us keep improving, and we’re grateful you joined us! 💛
Amazing time with Chef Cristina
We had an amazing time with Chef Cristina during our Local Aromas - Four Roman Pastas “Master” Class last night. She taught us how to prepare and cook Cacio Pepe, Gricia, Amitriciana, and Carbonara at her private villa. Cristina’s home was peaceful and rejuvenating as we wined and dined on our home made deliciousness. We will be chasing these flavors for the rest of our lives. So surreal we still can’t believe it happened! Thank you so much Cristina and also thank you Benny and Val for a night we will never forget. Hoping to meet you in person 😉.
Tamra and Mark (San Jose, California)
1 November 2025
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Wow, Tamra and Mark!! What an incredible message! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear how much you loved your 4 Roman Pastas Master Class with Cristina. She is wonderful!!
We couldn’t be happier that it became such a memorable night for you both. Cristina will be so happy to read your words, and Benny and Valeria are sending you big hugs from Rome. Grazie di cuore for sharing this… we’re smiling from ear to ear! :)
Absolutely Excellent!
We had a fabulous time and can’t speak highly enough of the Local Aromas crew. Their events are the greatest!
19 October 2025
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Ciao Steve!
Thank you so much! Your message put a huge smile on our faces. We’re so happy to hear you had such a great time with us. Our wonderful crew truly loves what they do, and knowing that it shows means the world. Can’t wait to have you back for more fun (and delicious) experiences!
GRAZIE!
Our cicchetti and wine tour in Venice…
Our cicchetti and wine tour in Venice with Cecelia was outstanding!! It was the best thing we did on our two week trip. She was the most wonderful person and very informative. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
23 October 2025
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Reply from Local Aromas
Ciao Paul,
Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re so happy to read that your cicchetti and wine tour with Cecilia was the highlight of your trip. She truly loves showing guests the real Venice through its food, wine, and local stories. Grazie mille for the wonderful recommendation. Ceclia will be beyond happy to read your words! I just shared them with her via WhatsApp!!!
GRAZIE
We enjoyed a wonderful evening with…
We enjoyed a wonderful evening with Chef Cristina . It was a evening with my best friend and crossing out something on our bucket list.
18 October 2025
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Ciao Lianne,
That sounds so special! Thank you for sharing it with us! We’re thrilled that your evening with Chef Cristina became such a meaningful memory and a bucket-list moment shared with your best friend. She’ll be so happy to know she was part of such a beautiful experience.
Explored the world of Aperitivo a Roma!
My husband and I had a wonderful Aperitivo Experience in Rome! We were treated to three unique experiences during our tour by our lovely and well-educated guide. We were able to explore different neighborhoods, styles of food and drink, and learn more about the history of the ritual of 'Aperitivo'. Highly recommend for anyone looking to try something new during their visit.
18 October 2025
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Reply from Local Aromas
Grazie so much for sharing this! We’re so happy to hear you and your husband enjoyed the Aperitivo Experience. It’s one of our favorite ways to show a different side of Rome. Exploring new neighborhoods, tasting local bites, and learning the story behind this Italian ritual makes for such a fun evening. We’re really glad you loved it and hope to see you again soon for another adventure!
Fun experience
Debra was a very personable and knowledgeable guide. She was fun to interact with. I enjoyed the group dynamics. We got along and had fun.
21 October 2025
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Dear LP,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you had a great time with Debra! She’ll be super happy to know you enjoyed her company and the energy of the group. It’s always so nice when everyone connects and has fun together. GRAZIE
Best way to start your Rome trip
Giulia was a fantastic guide! She was so knowledgeable on the area, the food and was easy to talk to. The three pizza locations were all so different, it made the experience very memorable! We had a 3yr and 5yr old with us, and they loved it too.
16 October 2025
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Reply from Local Aromas
Ciao Julie!
Thank you for telling us about it! Giulia will be so happy to know you and your family enjoyed the tour. She loves sharing her foodie passion and it’s great to hear that both you and the kids had such a good time. We’re so glad it turned into a special memory for everyone!
GRAZIE for sharing!
The BEST!
I had the pleasure of joining the Mystery and Surprise Food Tour. Jamila was our guide. She was so knowledgeable! As a Roman and a food anthropologist she shared so much information about the food and the local spots we visited. The food was delicious and she was a treasure! It was the highlight of my trip. I only wish I had taken the tour earlier in the trip! It is a must do! Also, I felt very welcome as a solo traveler. Local aromas was so helpful and responsive from my first email before my trip, all the way through the food tour and even after! Outstanding!
14 October 2025
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Reply from Local Aromas
Thank you so much for this wonderful message! We’re so happy to hear that the Mystery and Surprise Food Tour was the highlight of your trip! That really made our day! Jamila will be thrilled to know how much you enjoyed her knowledge and storytelling (being a Roman and a food anthropologist is quite the combo!). We’re also really happy that you felt so welcome as a solo traveler as that’s exactly the experience we want everyone to have. It means a lot to hear that our team made things easy from start to finish. Grazie mille for the kind words, and we hope to see you again soon for another adventure!
We did an olive oil tasting with Eric…
We did an olive oil tasting with Eric and had an INCREDIBLE time!
He was very kind and welcoming and so educated on all the aspects of olive oil, not just the olives, but each region.
We learned so much and can't wait to come back and do another tasting and/or tour.
Thank you Local Aromas!
11 October 2025
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Reply from Local Aromas
Dear Kane,
Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re so happy you had such an incredible time with Eric. He really does have a gift for bringing the world of olive oil to life! It’s amazing how much there is to learn once you start tasting and comparing the different regions, right? We’re thrilled you enjoyed it and can’t wait to have you back for another tasting (or maybe a tour!) next time you’re in Italy!
Grazie
Ah-mazing!
We had a wonderful time. It was a great experience for our group. Cristina was an amazing host and provides a beautiful experience for everyone no matter their cooking abilities. 10/10 recommend this experience to those looking to do something a little different in their travels.
9 October 2025
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Reply from Local Aromas
Deae Joe,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so glad your group had such a great time with Cristina! She has such a special way of making everyone feel comfortable in the kitchen, whether you’re a total beginner or an expert cook. It makes us so happy to know the experience was a highlight of your trip. Thank you for the 10/10 recommendation, and we hope to see you again for more delicious memories in Italy!
Sunrise Tour
We scheduled a Sunrise Tour and loved it! Christian, our guide, was so pleasant and knowledgeable. We were traveling with a tour company and went back to the group telling them how much we enjoyed this with Local Aromas!
7 October 2025
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Reply from Local Aromas
Ciao Gayle,
Yeah!! ! We’re so happy to hear you loved the Sunrise Tour. We love it and it’s such a special way to see Rome. Christian will be thrilled to know you enjoyed your time with him; he loves sharing the city in those quiet early hours. We really appreciate you spreading the word to your group and hope to welcome you back for another Local Aromas experience next time you’re in Italy!
First Time Cooking Class
I have never participated in a class such as this so I didn't know what to expect. From the moment I entered their property and saw their lovely home, I knew I was in for an uncommonly good experience. My 1st impressions were correct and things only got better as the evening progressed. The welcoming and graciousness of Cristina and Valentina was only surpassed by their patience and willingness to teach. The food was delicious and the evening was very, very enjoyable. I would recommend them to anyone travelling to Rome.
4 October 2025
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Reply from Local Aromas
Ciao Ed,
Thank you so much for your beautiful message! We’re thrilled that your first cooking class experience turned out to be such a special one. Cristina and Valentina will be so touched by your words as they truly love opening their home, sharing the recipes, and creating unforgettable evenings for guests. Thank you for recommending them, and we hope to see you again next time you’re in Rome.
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