We scheduled a culinary tour of Palermo for one of the first days after our arrival in Sicily. Avid food enthusiasts, we were eager to learn about the city’s famous street foods and decadent desserts. We also knew a culinary tour could serve as an introduction to the city’s history and culture.

So we booked a full-day (5.5 hours) private tour of the city with Culinary Backstreets, an agency that offers food tours in cities worldwide. We had previously used the company when we were in Barcelona and appreciated the experience of touring with a knowledgeable local.