Hollywood in Turin: Mark DeCarlo’s Food Adventure with Chef Abram

Story by Cecilia Puca for I EAT Food Adventures

Hollywood in Turin: Mark DeCarlo’s Culinary Adventure with Chef Abram

When a Hollywood voice actor discovered the flavors of Turin with Chef Abram and Cecilia

When Mark Decarlo, the well-known Hollywood voice actor, comedian and television personality, arrived in Turin with his wife Yeni, they were curious to discover a side of Italy that many travelers still overlook.

Instead of following the usual tourist routes of Rome, Florence or Venice, they chose something different: an authentic culinary experience in Turin led by Michelin-trained Chef Abram and storyteller Cecilia, founders of I EAT Food Adventures.

What followed was not just a food tour, but a journey through Turin’s vibrant food landscape, historic cafés and hidden food traditions, tasting Piedmontese specialties, meeting passionate local artisans and discovering why Turin is quickly becoming one of Italy’s most exciting food destinations.

And like many guests before them, Mark and Yeni left the experience with the same feeling we hear so often:

“Why didn’t we come to Turin sooner?”. Plus: “We’ll be back for more… and for you guys”.

It goes beyond saying that we are feeling blessed and honoured to have met such splendid food explorers and souls like Mark and Yeni and thousands and thousands from across the world  over the 7 years offering culinary adventures in the most wrongly underrated gem of Northern Italy.

See you for round two, amici!

The best time with these top foodies Hollywood stars, Mark Decarlo and Yeni Alvarez

Turin is often described as Italy’s most underrated culinary capital.

While cities like Rome or Florence are well known internationally, Turin hides a gastronomic culture that is deeply rooted in history, aristocratic traditions and local terroir.

During the experience, Mark and Yeni joined us for one of our signature culinary adventures through the historic center.

Along the way we explored:

• traditional Piedmontese cheeses

• artisanal cured meats

• local street food specialties

• freshly baked focaccia and pizza

• regional wines such as Barbera and Nebbiolo & iconic dishes

• artisanal gelato and Turin chocolate creations like Gianduja

But what makes these experiences special is not just the food.

It’s the people behind it.

Meeting the Local Artisans of Turin

One of the highlights of the morning was meeting the passionate artisans and food vendors who keep Turin’s culinary traditions alive.

As a former Michelin-trained chef and former Head Chef at Farmacia Del Cambio, Chef Abram personally introduces guests to the people who shape the city’s food culture every day.

These encounters transform a simple tasting into something deeper.

Guests hear the stories behind recipes that have existed for generations  and discover why Piedmont is considered one of the greatest gastronomic regions in the world.

For Mark, who has Italian origins, and for Yeni as well, this human connection was one of the most memorable parts of the experience.

From Hollywood to Torino: sharing the experience on social media

Mark later shared his impressions on social media, both on his personal IG page, Mark Decarlo, and on ForkOnTheRoad, the IG account from which he shares the experiences that have been the favourite highlights during the many travels with his beautiful and talented wife.

For us, moments like this are incredibly meaningful.

Not because of celebrity status but because they confirm something we believe strongly:

Turin surprises people. And we do, too.

Visitors arrive curious, and leave completely enchanted by its food culture, architecture and by our hospitality and the unique way to warmly and passionately spark your experience. With food, certainly. But it goes without saying that we go beyond plate. It’s all about emotions.

Many guests tell us the same thing Mark did that day:

“We had no idea Turin had such an incredible food scene and that such a great time with you guys was awaiting”.
(We invite you to read the over 800 5 star reviews collected so far to discover the amazing feedbacks coming from amazing soul guests).

When Food Brings Interesting People Together

One of the beautiful aspects of hosting culinary experiences in Turin is the incredible variety of people we meet.

Over the years we have welcomed travelers, food lovers, chefs, artists, entrepreneurs, and occasionally some well-known personalities from the worlds of television, cinema and media.

When Mark Decarlo joined us with his wife Yeni for a culinary adventure in Turin, the connection was immediate.

Curious, passionate about food, and eager to learn about local traditions, they immersed themselves completely in the experience: tasting, asking questions, meeting artisans and discovering the unique food culture of Piedmont.

Moments like these remind us why we love sharing our city.

Because every guest brings a new story.

What Makes Our Experiences Different

At I EAT Food Adventures, we believe the best way to discover a city is not by simply visiting places, but by connecting with the people, stories and flavors that define it.

Our culinary experiences are intentionally designed to feel less like a traditional food tour and more like spending time with locals who are passionate about sharing the city they love.

With Michelin-trained Chef Abram and storyteller Cecilia, guests walk through Turin’s historic neighborhoods, meet local artisans, taste authentic Piedmontese specialties and hear the stories that bring this extraordinary food culture to life.

It’s an experience that unfolds naturally: one conversation, one tasting, one hidden corner of the city at a time.

And perhaps that’s why travelers from around the world, including guests like Mark DeCarlo, connect with it so easily.

Because in the end, the philosophy behind everything we do is simple:

Your vibe attracts your tribe.

And those who are meant to discover Turin this way will always find us.

If you’re planning a visit to Turin and want to experience the city beyond the typical tourist path, we would love to welcome you for one of our culinary adventures.

Explore our top rated experiences in Turin →

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A Thank You to Mark & Yeni

A special thank you to Mark DeCarlo and his wonderful wife Yeni for joining us in Turin and for sharing such kind words about their experience.

Hosting guests like them reminds us why we love what we do, bringing people together through food, stories, laughter and the simple joy of discovering a city one bite at a time.

If you’re curious to see more moments from our culinary adventures in Turin,  including videos, behind-the-scenes stories and some of the delicious places we visit,  we invite you to follow us on Instagram.

There you’ll find many of the little moments that make these experiences so special.

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And who knows… perhaps the next story we share will include you.

Thanks for reading and we hope to see you soon in Torino.

About the Author

Cecilia Puca is the co-founder of I EAT Food Adventures and the creative storyteller behind many of the culinary experiences designed together with Michelin-trained Chef Abram in Turin.

With a background in food sociology, cultural storytelling and hospitality, Cecilia specializes in connecting gastronomy with the deeper cultural identity of places and people. Her work focuses on revealing the stories behind ingredients, traditions and local artisans, transforming a simple tasting into a meaningful cultural experience.

Together with Chef Abram, she welcomes travelers from around the world to discover Turin through food and authentic human connections.

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