Known as “Kyoto’s pantry”, Nishiki Market in the city’s heart has played an important role serving up fresh produce to its citizens over centuries, with its clientele now made up of tourists as well visiting to purchase some of the city’s highly regarded local produce. The market sells everything from freshly roasted bancha tea to premium varieties, Kyoto-style tofu and yuba, Kyo-tsukemono pickles and fresh fish and meat. Accompanied by a local chef, you will taste-test your way through the market and then be given a cooking demonstration of the produce just purchased before chatting over your freshly cooked meal with the chef.