Stories of Food and Culture of the Old Town of Corfu

Stories of Food and Culture of the Old Town of Corfu is a 3.5-hour walking tour that pairs tastings with the history of Corfu Town, the Venetian-era centre on the Greek island of Corfu in the Ionian Islands. The tour is listed under the operator Corfuting; the listing does not state how many years the company has been running, so no founding date is given here. The route stays within the pedestrian lanes of the Old Town, the UNESCO-listed historic centre known for its kantounia (narrow alleys), the Spianada square and the arcaded Liston promenade. The meeting point is confirmed at booking rather than fixed in the listing. Tastings are the centre of the experience and include kumquat liqueur, the citrus fruit that is a signature product of Corfu, souvlaki, the grilled skewered meat that is a staple of Greek street food, and homemade gelato, which reflects the island's long Italian-influenced history. The mix runs from savoury stops to a sweet finish, with a liqueur sampled along the way, and the guide adds commentary on Venetian, French and British periods that shaped local cooking. The listed price is roughly EUR 95-105 per person (about USD 109-121), which covers the guided walk and the tastings named in the listing. Transport is not part of the tour because the route is on foot, and drinks beyond the liqueur tasting, extra food and gratuities are not listed as included. Group size and language are not specified in the listing, so visitors should check the booking page for the maximum group size and the guiding language. The pace is that of a leisurely stroll with frequent stops over about three and a half hours, with cobbled and uneven stone surfaces underfoot. Dietary substitutions are not described in the listing, so vegetarians, people avoiding alcohol and those with allergies should contact the operator before booking, since souvlaki and gelato may involve meat, dairy or nuts. The tour runs year-round, though midsummer afternoons can be hot and crowded in the Old Town.