Top Trieste Food & Drink

Dive into Trieste like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Trieste and its gastronomy! • Street food tasting tour • Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops • Sample some of Trieste typical street food staples • Do some sightseeing in Trieste as you walk from tasting to tasting • Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people for an authentic food experience Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Prosecco Origins will take you back in time to the XIV century to discover the history of world’s favourite sparkling wine, exploring the pieces of land where it all began. Hidden in a little corner of north-eastern Italy and beautifully located in a unique setting overlooking the gulf of Trieste you’ll find the old villages of Contovello and Prosecco (of course), where you’ll get the chance to learn about the very first steps of Prosecco wine walking through the narrow streets of the ancient village and up and down the green terraced vineyards enjoying unbeatable views of the Adriatic Sea while tasting traditionally produced sparkling wines and regional delicacies from the nearby farmhouses. From wine-lovers to curious travellers, Prosecco Origins is the perfect experience for a getaway immersed in a unique environment, tasting locally produced wines and homemade delights while exploring the roots of a worldwide favourite. Come see where bubbles were born.

Discover the secrets to preparing two of Italy’s crowd-pleasing classics like a pro with this hands-on lesson led by a passionate home cook. Roll up your sleeves and get to work making two types of fresh pasta plus authentic tiramisù from scratch under the guidance of your host and instructor. End your lesson by sampling your handiwork over a final tasting paired with area wines.

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking taxis between sites, and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. See incredible scenery, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cividale del Friuli, and get the chance to try delicious wine along the way too.

Visit the town of Prosecco on this day trip from Trieste, and pay homage to its sparkling wine that’s loved around the world. Taking the hassle out of organizing a trip there on your own, this day trip makes it easy with a pickup direct from your Trieste hotel, plus the visit to Prosecco for a tasting session. The trip also includes time in the Ferrari Garden of Stanjel in Slovenia so remember to bring your passport.

Discover the most beautiful corners of Slovenia’s Adriatic coast on this half-day excursion from Trieste. After meeting your guide at the port or at your hotel, you’ll travel by comfortable vehicle to Piran: a coastal city with history dating back to ancient times. Soak up its tranquil atmosphere, and stop by some of its main attractions. Then, continue along the coast and visit other seaside stops, including Portoroz, Izola, and Koper. To complement your sightseeing, you’ll also enjoy a traditional Slovenian meal, plus wine.

Even if you don’t have time to tour all of Europe, you can pop across to neighboring Slovenia during a day trip from Trieste in northern Italy. After traveling across the border, take a guided walking tour around Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana. Continue on to the picturesque Lake Bled, known for its church-topped island, castle, and Alpine scenery.

Explore two of Slovenia’s most magnificent landmarks in just half a day: this seamless tour from Trieste makes logistics simple. Set off from your hotel or from the port, and head first to the Postojna Cave: one of the country’s largest cave systems, renowned for its soaring heights and one-of-a-kind scenery. Explore the cave’s passages before continuing to your next destination: Predjama Castle. One of Europe’s only cave-built castles, it has a history dating back to the 13th century.

The port town of Trieste is known for its scenic waterfront, historic monuments, and lively piazzas. This hop-on hop-off bus tour is ideal for first-time visitors, offering the convenience of a guided tour but the flexibility of independent sightseeing. Valid for 24 hours, you can stay on-board and listen to the audio commentary, or jump off at any of the 16 stops to visit sights such as Venezia Square, Miramare Castle, and the Grande Canal.

This small area named Colli Orientali del Friuli, dating back to the Eocene era, with its microclimate and its exposure, is characterised by a sudden and clear diversity from the rest of the territory of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. That is the reason why this D.O.C. (guaranteed quality) area has been used for producing great wines that are known all over the world. The Colutta Farm –“Bandut” is named after an ancient piece of land bought by Antonio Colutta in the early 1900´s, which now belongs to Giorgio Colutta. It produces quality wines in its vineyards of Buttrio, Manzano and Rosazzo, which belong to the prestigious “Parco della vite e del vino” (Vine and wine park) in the Colli Orientali del Friuli. The vineyard belonging to the farm extends on a 18-hectare surface. A work of reorganisation and renovation of the vineyards has started, and the vine number has increased to 5,000/6,000 stumps per hectare, depending on the different grounds and varieties.

Expand your Italian culinary knowledge and taste delicious food by opting for a private pasta-making class at a Cesarina’s home. Learn secrets of making the region’s most loved pasta dishes that you wouldn’t find out about otherwise, and ask questions along the way. The highlight of the experience is being able to eat the dishes you create, accompanied by local wine.

Come and discover the cosmopolitan city of Trieste, the Miramare Castle and the Collio wine area, famous for its excellent wines, accompanied by an official, professional and kind guide. I will show you all the important places and monuments that have marked the history of this wonderful cosmopolitan city. The tour will make you discover the history and art of this unique city with testimonies ranging from Roman times to the Middle Ages to reach the splendor of the Habsburg era. We travel by car to Miramare Castle distanced 8 km from Trieste. This wonderful castle is located in the middle of a botanical park of 22 hectares! It was built by Archduke Maximilian of the Habsburg House in 1860 on a promontory overlooking the Adriatic Sea. Later we go to visit the Collio wine area, one of the most famous wine areas of Friuli Venezia Giulia. It feels like being in Tuscany surrounded by gentle hills. We will visit a typical winery to taste local and international wines.

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

Embark on a journey of the senses - visiting the winery and tasting some delicious appetisers that will give you a taste of what our land can produce with good care and the necessary love for nature. Slovenia is well known for hosting various wine regions. Wine production varies according to the region you visit, as do the taste and characteristics of the wines. During this tour, you will visit two wineries within the same wine region. In the end, you will be able to compare how varied the wine is and what kind of production takes place in each of the two wine regions with a dedicated wine tasting. Most of the wineries are family-run, which gives you the opportunity to explore the production and talk to your hosts about it. The tour offers you an insight into the region while you learn about the beautiful natural landscape and local stories. Explore the region with the knowledge of the locals, whose aim is to convey the local way of life and their passion.

Enjoy a private and authentic truffle hunting and tasting experience with your host Alex in Croatia. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food and includes private transfers from your hotel anywhere along the Western Coast of Istria. Your tour and tasting will take place at a truffle fair that is held at the foothills of Motovun, a beautiful village atop a hill in Istria. After truffle hunting, enjoy a truffle-inspired lunch and explore the region’s many exceptional food products, from wine to olive oil. A former foreign correspondent with a background in art history and history, Alex is passionate about food, wine and the truffles of the Istrian region, the home of his ancestors. A licensed guide of greater Istria, Alex is also a trained wine sommelier and an expert in olive oil and truffle tasting. Truffles are an important part of the culture and cuisine of Istria and Alex loves how they connect him to nature and to his ancestors.

Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic Trieste recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from Friuli cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Discover the art of the Italian aperitivo alongside a local, with this experience in Trieste. Offered by the Cesarine community of Italian home cooks, the experience teaches you how to prepare a classic aperitivo along with an assortment of elegantly presented nibbles. You’ll learn all about the tradition of taking an aperitivo in Italy, and experience some local culture, too.

This is an ideal choice for wine lovers visiting Italy. Spend a day discovering the highlights of the picturesque Collio wine region. Avoid the hassle of booking a taxi between sites and enjoy the convenience of having door-to-door transfers included. Admire incredible landscapes, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Cividale del Friuli and take advantage of the opportunity to also try good wine along the way. Save time and discover the highlights of the Collio wine region in one day Hassle-free tour with a premium wine tasting included No need to book round-trip transportation transfers included Access extraordinary local views that you may miss if you travel alone

From the center of Trieste you will reach the karst plateau. From here, the actual path develops to discover the Trieste Karst, a natural area that surrounds the city of Trieste and extends to Slovenia, unique in its kind in terms of morphology and vegetation. We will take you to the Rocca di Monrupino, a fortified church on a hill, created to protect men and beasts from enemy raids, especially in the 15th century to defend against Ottoman raids. The view from the fortress is superb: on one side you can see the Adriatic Sea and on the other the Slovenian Karst. The excursion continues with a walk in a characteristic karst village and a stop at a farm - where in a familiar and rustic atmosphere you can refresh yourself with authentic Karst products, including the famous Terrano wine. The tour takes place with a minimum of 4 people on Saturdays. Reconfirmation 40 hours before the tour. The other days is on a private basis and is confirmed with a minimum of 2 people

Experience Slovenia Trough the Taste and Tradition of Wine and Food along With a Scenic Ride Troughout Slovenian Coastline with an option of a small shared group for up to 8 travelers or a private experience for one party only (up to 8) Join us on this small group shore journey (up to 8 persons max) to the small local winery with some great wine tasting along with some great home made prosciutto, olive oil, cheese and bread. Learn about Slovenia trough the visit of medieval town of Piran where you will have some free time on your own and conclude the tasting of Slovenia with 3 course traditional lunch. Highlights: - Options for small shared group or a private experience - Small Group Experience (up to 8 persons max) - Tour With Hopeless Foodies and Wine Lovers. Just Like You. - Enjoy Piran at Your Own Pace - Comfortable, Clean and Air- Conditioned up to date cars/vans

Discover what exactly are these osmizas? Osmizas are places where local wines (Terrano, Vitovska, and Malvasia) and traditional foods (eggs, sausages, salamis, and cheeses) can be bought and enjoyed just where they are produced. In 1784 peasants were allowed to sell foods and wines they raised and produced right in their cellars. In the region of Trieste, there are about 50 osmizas. On this tour, we will take you to the best, carefully chosen osmizas, the traditional farmhouse where you'll be able to taste authentic homemade products and local wines in a friendly, rustic atmosphere.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Trieste is one of Italy’s most multicultural cities, but it’s hard to explore the city’s unique cuisine without a local insider. With this cooking class, connect with a “cesarina”, or home cook, to discover and prepare Trieste’s classic dishes. Make three authentic recipes together while your host shares anecdotes and tips, and then enjoy what you’ve made over a meal. Remember your experience with an official Cesarine apron and tote bag.

Have you ever been to a local market and traditional food shop in Italy, full of ingredients you'd love to experiment with? This is your chance to visit a market with a local expert, choose your most inspiring ingredients, and create and name your very own two recipes.  Go food shopping with your Cesarina and choose 3-5 staple ingredients that capture your imagination before immersing yourself in a private cooking class at their home. With their expert guidance, you will learn how to prepare your chosen ingredients and make your own two Italian creations. Cultivate your creativity and confidence in the kitchen by adding an Italian flair to your dishes.  Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.