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- English
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.
Example 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's Included
Meeting and pickup
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.
What to expect
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)
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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