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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Location
Shanghai
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Duration
5 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Language
Chinese, English
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Embark on a culinary and cultural journey with local experts in China. Experience authentic flavors, intimate settings, and discover local secrets beyond the typical tourist path.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

This is not your average food tour. With Team Mercato, you’ll explore China’s culinary soul with local experts who’ve worked as chefs, bartenders, sommeliers, and F&B pros in top restaurants across the country. Whether it’s sipping tea in a quiet courtyard or tasting spicy skewers in a buzzing night market, we tailor every experience to your tastes, comfort, and curiosity. We don’t just feed you—we translate culture, spark conversations, and share the kind of local secrets only insiders know.

Sample Menu

STARTER
Chengdu Street Skewers
Grilled meat or tofu skewers marinated with Sichuan peppercorns, chili, and house-made spice blends — a spicy favorite from local night markets.
STARTER
Shanghai Soup Dumplings (Xiaolongbao)
Delicate steamed dumplings filled with savory pork and rich broth, served with vinegar and ginger.
MAIN
Tea-Smoked Duck
A traditional Hangzhou specialty, featuring duck smoked over tea leaves and camphor wood for a unique aroma and tender bite.
MAIN
Xinjiang Lamb Kebabs
Flame-grilled lamb skewers seasoned with cumin and chili powder — a must-try from the western region’s vibrant food stalls.
DESSERT
Taiwanese Bubble Tea & Night Market Snacks
Iconic bubble milk tea served with a variety of local treats like crispy chicken, scallion pancakes, or stinky tofu.

What You Get

English-speaking culinary guide with F&B expertise
List of recommended restaurants and spots for after the tour
Pre-experience consultation to customize based on dietary needs/preferences
Meals
Full meals or à la carte purchases (travelers pay for what they choose to eat)
Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
No hotel pickup/drop-off or local transportation (travelers meet at designated point)
Entrance fees
Entrance fees (if any optional museum/temple/shop visit is included by request)

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

Features: Discover China’s culinary soul with Team Mercato, a group of F&B professionals offering personalized food and culture tours across the country’s most vibrant cities — including Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing, Wuhan, Hangzhou, Taiwan, Xinjiang, and more. Led by experienced chefs, bartenders, sommeliers, and restaurant managers, this experience is designed to help you dine like a local — beyond the tourist trails. Flexible Itinerary: Each tour is customized based on your preferences, dietary needs, and the local city’s seasonal specialties. You might explore: - Street food alleys in Chengdu - Seafood markets in Guangzhou - Handmade noodle shops in Wuhan - Halal food trails in Xinjiang - Night market hopping in Taiwan Stops can include local restaurants, tea houses, spice markets, or cooking demo visits—based on your curiosity and comfort. Duration Options: Choose from: - 3-hour quick tastings - Half-day immersion tours - Full-day custom culinary journeys You’ll walk, taste, and talk with your guide — with breaks, snacks, or drinks woven in. Languages Offered: - English - Mandarin Chinese (Additional languages available upon request)

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Shanghai, China, CN

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Meet at a central, easy-to-access location—details will be sent after booking. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Your guide will carry a Team Mercato sign. No hotel pickup. Contact us via Viator if you're running late or need help finding the meeting point.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Please note that the time is in China Standard Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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