Uncover the secrets of Spanish Ham tasting many cuts of Iberian meats at an emblematic and trully madrilian tavern and at a top notch Jamoneria. Delight yourself with ham and cheese tapas paired with delicious Spanish wines. Small group tour with a local foodie guide.
Description
Meet your Madrilian guide in downtown Madrid for an off the beaten track tour tasting the best Iberian Ham paired with selected Spanish wines.
Learn about Spanish wines, their fascinating history and their cultural aspect as you discover a typical tavern where you'll taste gourmet ham croquettes, fresh cooked chorizo and Spanish omelette paired with a glass of local wine.
Then, head to a high quality Iberian ham store and discover the differences between each type of ham: Jamón Serrano vs Jamón Ibérico or Jamón vs Paletilla and much more!
As you taste Spanish Hams and cured meats including ham, loin, cured chorizo (Spanish pepperoni), salchichon (Spanish salami) you'll know more about the Jamón Ibérico's 4 protected Qualified Appellation of Origin in Spain and related ham products.
You will also see how a Professional Ham Cutter carves those delicious thin slices with his special long knife. You will experience first-hand why Iberian ham (Black hoof) is so delicious and unique and also healthy.
Lastly, delight yourself with some delicious Spanish cheeses such as Sheep Milk Manchego, Idiazabal (Smoked Cheese), Cabrales (Blue Cheese). You'll also taste two Tempranillo wines, the best Spanish grape.
Tasting of Iberian Ham, cured meats, tapas and cheese
Glass of wine, beer or soft drinks in each jamonería
Tasting of Cocido madrileño (Madrilian stew)
Bilingual Guide (English/Spanish)
Wine tasting
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Schedule
Check in at Plaza Isabel II
Visit Jamonerías (Ham Houses)
Discover different kinds of ham or jamón in gourmet shops and learn how to distinguish between each kind. Your local guide will show you where best to buy quality ham and talk a little about Spain's tapas and wine culture.
Iberian Ham Tasting
Watch how a professional ham cutter slices the meat thinly. Finally, enjoy servings of Iberian ham and discover for yourself what makes it so tasty and exquisite. Don't miss this mouthwatering experience in Madrid.
Tour Ends at Plaza Isabel II
Check in at Plaza Isabel II
Visit Jamonerías (Ham Houses)
Discover different kinds of ham or jamón in gourmet shops and learn how to distinguish between each kind. Your local guide will show you where best to buy quality ham and talk a little about Spain's tapas and wine culture.
Iberian Ham Tasting
Watch how a professional ham cutter slices the meat thinly. Finally, enjoy servings of Iberian ham and discover for yourself what makes it so tasty and exquisite. Don't miss this mouthwatering experience in Madrid.
Tour Ends at Plaza Isabel II
(For Check-In) Plaza Isabel II (Plaza Isabel II, Madrid, Spain) Time: 12:15:00
(For Check-Out) Plaza Isabel II (Plaza Isabel II, Madrid, Spain) Time: 15:00:00
Check-in Time & Location
(For Check-In) Plaza Isabel II (Plaza Isabel II, Madrid, Spain) Time: 12:15:00
Check-out Time & Location
(For Check-Out) Plaza Isabel II (Plaza Isabel II, Madrid, Spain) Time: 15:00:00
(For Check-In) Plaza Isabel II (Plaza Isabel II, Madrid, Spain) Time: 13:15:00
(For Check-Out) Plaza Isabel II (Plaza Isabel II, Madrid, Spain) Time: 16:00:00
Check-in Time & Location
(For Check-In) Plaza Isabel II (Plaza Isabel II, Madrid, Spain) Time: 13:15:00
Check-out Time & Location
(For Check-Out) Plaza Isabel II (Plaza Isabel II, Madrid, Spain) Time: 16:00:00
Price & Options
Notes
This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities
This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
Please provide details of any special requirements (dietary, allergies or otherwise) at the time of booking.
Vegetarian option is not available.
This tour is conducted by a bilingual guide who will be speaking in two languages (English and Spanish) at once depending on the group of the day.
You can book a minimum of 2 and maximum of 15.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cancellation Policy
Any cancellations made within 2 business days of your activity (after 12:30:00 local time) will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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