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Discover the true flavors of Emilia Romagna on this small group artisan food tour from Bologna. Visit three family run producers creating the region’s most iconic specialties: Parmigiano Reggiano, local wines, and traditional balsamic vinegar. Led by a passionate local host, you’ll step behind the scenes to witness the craft of authentic food making , from the early morning curdling of Parmesan to the slow aging of balsamic barrels. At a local winery, taste different varieties and learn how Emilia’s unique terroir shapes the character of each wine, from crisp whites to smooth reds deeply connected to the region’s cuisine. Along the way, enjoy a typical Italian breakfast and generous tastings at every stop. With fewer guests, the experience feels personal and immersive, giving you time to ask questions, take photos, and connect directly with the artisans who keep these traditions alive. All tastings, breakfast, and wine are included; just bring your curiosity and appetite!
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Discover the rich culinary heritage of Emilia-Romagna on this comprehensive tour that takes you to the heart of the Food Valley. Starting from Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana, perfect pickup for those who are arriving from Florence and Milano. Than starts from the visit to a traditional dairy to witness the production of Parmigiano Reggiano, followed by a tour of a Parma ham factory for an exclusive tasting. The journey culminates with a visit to a balsamic vinegar producer in Modena, where you can savor the unique flavors of aged balsamic. This tour provides a delightful blend of tastings and insights into Italy's most renowned culinary products. - Departure from Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana at 09:30 am, perfect for the people that are coming from Florence and Milan. - Approximate duration: 6 hours, with guided visits and tastings included - Minimum participation of 2 required; available in Italian and English - Pickup and drop-off are included
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Begin with an exterior visit to the Cathedral of Reggio Emilia, known for its elegant neoclassical façade. Then walk to Piazza San Prospero for the first food stop at Panificio Melli, where you’ll taste gnocco al forno and focaccia allo stracchino. Continue with an exterior visit to the Basilica of San Prospero, dedicated to the city’s patron saint and famous for the six marble lions at its entrance. Next, stop at a traditional tavern to share a platter of local cold cuts. Afterward, stroll through Piazza Fontanesi and pass by the Museo del Tricolore (outside), where the Italian flag was first adopted in 1797. Walk through Piazza del Monte and near the Teatro Municipale Valli, one of the city’s most important cultural landmarks. End the tour at a historic gelateria on Via Guido da Castello, where you’ll enjoy three flavors of homemade gelato.
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Go beyond the surface - uncover every step of Parmigiano Reggiano's production process with your private guide. Take a slow-paced journey through Emilia Romagna’s food traditions: taste, learn and connect with true local artisans. Choose a behind-the-scenes tour that takes you through sites, production rooms and farm areas usually closed to the public. Discover ancient tools and modern materials, method and passion, a magical combination that leads to the creation of Parmigiano Reggiano every morning. Learn how to taste it like a Cheese Sommelier, relying on the professionalism of a local experienced guide dedicated exclusively to you. Delve into the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, one of the hidden and still little-known jewels of Reggio Emilia and Modena. At the end of this experience, Parmigiano and Balsamic Vinegar taste will always bring back memories of the passion and the marvels encountered along the way. We are waiting for you to live a truly unforgettable experience!
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Emilia Foodie Experience is an extraordinary journey through a landscape of rivers, plains and hills and the jewels of the Italian gastronomic tradition! We will discover the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Prosciutto di Parma, their ancient origins and unparalleled balance of knowledge, man’s passion and nature’s bounty. We will see the cheese production process in full swing and we will visit all the rooms of the cheese dairy: the production room, the shaping room, the salting room and the amazing warehouse! The dairy experience will end with a tasting of delicious Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. We will reach an authentic Prosciutto di Parma Plant, crossing the Parma Hills region. During the visit to the plant we will be able to observe the production process of this delicacy and learn about its important history and all the standards which must be complied with, to fully understand the the origins of the unique character of Parma ham, its sweetness!
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A journey into the heart of the Food Valley to discover two of Italy’s most famous culinary delights: Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma. Starting from the Reggio Emilia high-speed train station, this tour includes a visit to a traditional dairy to observe the production of Parmigiano, and a stop at a prosciutto factory to uncover the secrets of Parma’s renowned cured ham. Tastings of cheeses and prosciutto paired with local wine make this experience truly unique and authentic. Perfect for food lovers and culinary culture enthusiasts.
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This experience takes you into the heart of the Emilia-Romagna Food Valley, where some of Italy’s most famous products are still made following centuries-old traditions. Instead of large commercial tours, you will visit small local producers in the countryside near Modena and Castelvetro. Here you will see how Parmigiano Reggiano is crafted, discover the secrets of traditional balsamic vinegar aging in wooden barrels, and taste Lambrusco wines directly where they are produced. The experience ends with a relaxed countryside lunch featuring local specialties, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills. This tour is designed for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist experience and discover the authentic flavors, traditions and landscapes of Emilia-Romagna. This is a small, intimate experience designed for travelers who want to explore the real flavors of Emilia-Romagna
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Ever dreamt of spending a full day in the Food Valley of Italy with a top-notch guide and the most famous gourmet products of the world all around you? Well, here you can!
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Embark on an exclusive experience into the heart of Emilia Romagna. This private tour takes you behind the scenes of four Italian culinary treasures: Parmigiano, Vinegar, Lambrusco, and Prosciutto.
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Visit some of the most famous delicacies of Emilia-Romagna in a day by visiting small local producers of Parmigiano cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Savor typical products and explore the Ferrari and Lamborghini Museums. You will visit family-run factories in the countryside between Modena and Bologna to learn more about Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Balsamic Vinegar. All visits will be conducted by the producers’ staff, so none of your questions will go unanswered. After the tours, you will enjoy guided tastings of local products. A light lunch aimed at exploring the gastronomic pairing of local food and balsamic vinegar will take place at the premises of a balsamic producer. While in the area, your experience wouldn't be complete without visiting the Ferrari Museum to see the most famous supercar brand of all time, as well as the Lamborghini Museum to explore the fascinating history and groundbreaking creations of the genius Ferruccio Lamborghini.
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Don’t just visit the Parma hillside, taste it! Emilia is truly stunning! We will explore picture-postcard villages, vine-planted hillsides, rolling countryside. Parma hillside food trail is a mouthwatering showcase of artisan producers and foodies throughout the Parma hillside. We are passionate about food heritage, its artisan-producers' stories and the skill and innovation of its chefs. History, art, legend and folklore form the perfect blend of adventure in the Parma hillside. We will visit a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy during the production process and taste different ageings of Parmigiano Reggiano. We will head to a Prosciutto plant crossing the amazing Parma hills region. We will discover the secrets of the sweetness of Prosciutto di Parma visiting all the rooms used during the production process and tasting it. We will end with a stroll through the gorgeous mediaeval hamlet of Torrechiara and a visit to the castle, still perfectly preserved in the imposing architecture.
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Discover the charm of Reggio Emilia, birthplace of the Italian tricolour flag, on this 3.5-hour walking tour blending history, culture, and the flavors of Emilia-Romagna. Walk through the historic center with a local guide and learn about the city’s past, from its Roman origins to its role in Italian unification. Visit Sala del Tricolore, where the Italian flag was first adopted in 1797, and discover the story behind this national symbol. Along the way, taste regional specialties. Enjoy a tasting of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia and, from February to November, sample craft gelato from a local gelateria. The tour ends with a relaxed aperitivo featuring local cured meats, cheeses, and a slice of erbazzone, paired with a glass of regional wine such as Lambrusco or Spergola—a perfect introduction to local flavors. This easy walk covers about 3.5 km through the city center. Comfortable shoes are recommended, and the tour suits families and travelers of all ages.
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Looking for an authentic experience, far from the major tourist flows, to discover the soul and traditions of the Italian Food Valley? Come and discover Emilia Romagna and its food excellences, Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, at a slow pace, relying on the professionalism of a local and experienced private guide dedicated to you and your friends or family. You will follow the whole production chain, from the feeding of milking cows to the aging of the cheese wheels in the foodies heaven, the astounding Parmigiano Reggiano warehouse. You will closely watch the cheese master’s experienced hands during the breaking of the curd and his deft movements during the lifting of the cheese out of the kettle. The visit will end with a delightful tasting of different ageings of cheese. We will transfer to the hills of Parma to visit one of the plants where the inimitable Prosciutto is produced. The tour will end with a lunch of typical Parma delicacies and wine from the Parma Hills.
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See how they make the cheese, from the milk to the big wheels. Taste freshly made ricotta and 3 different ages of parmigiano. Sometimes we go to Parma, sometimes we go to Modena to taste the best prosciutto. Taste a hearty, traditional lunch, with homemade specialties, typical products and cakes. Understand the astonishing difference between the traditional balsamic and the industrial one. Learn more about Emilia Romagna traditions. I can't run the tour for only one person
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Meet your host Mariangela at her family home and vinegar acetaia for a vinegar tour, tasting and food pairing. The vinegary is in Vignola, a town 20km from Modena center and 20 km from Bologna. Visiting this charming traditional vinegary in the province of Modena is a truly unique experience: you enter a world full of history, visit lofts and breathe in the delicate perfume of traditional vinegar. Mariangela, the owner herself will welcome you into the tasting room where you will hear about her family's story of vinegar production. Learn about how traditional balsamic vinegar and saba (a grape juice condiment) are made. Then walk up to the historic loft and get a glimpse into how vinegar is aged. Return to the tasting room for a vinegar and saba tasting as well as a food pairing with signature ingredients of the region - Parmigiana Reggiano cheese, Parma ham and bread, and seasonal fruit.
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During this full-day experience, you will be able to become familiar with some well-known Italian brands and delicacies born in Emilia-Romagna. We will pick you up with a minivan directly at your place in the city center of Bologna or Modena in the morning and let your perfect day begin. We will visit local producers to learn something new about the production processes of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. After all the tours, you’ll taste the products to discover their typical flavors. Your experience wouldn't be complete without visiting Ferrari Museum, so to see the most famous supercar brand of all time, Ferrari, together with Lamborghini museum to explore the fascinating history and the first visionary creations of the genius of Ferruccio Lamborghini. And, of course, without having a light lunch in a picturesque estate situated among the gentle hills of the Modena area. At the end of the day, the driver will take you back to your place.
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Taste the heart of Emilia-Romagna on a guided wine tour in Montecchio Emilia. Discover sustainable winemaking, explore the vineyards, and enjoy a tasting of authentic estate wines in a family-run winery rich in tradition.
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In Castelfranco Emilia, just outside Modena, an authentic experience of tradition and flavour awaits you: a guided visit to a traditional Acetaia with a tasting of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, paired with carefully selected local delicacies. A journey of approximately 1.5 hours into the heart of Modena’s culinary heritage—an experience not to be missed.
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Visit the lovely town of Modena with a local and discover why its food and specialties are so famous throughout the world. We will start with a typical breakfast then we will walk towards the local historic market where we will be able to taste different types of local cheeses and cured meats (including the famous Parmigiano Reggiano and our "ciccioli"). We will then accompany you to taste our traditional Balsamic Vinegar and we will finish our tour with a delicious homemade ice cream. Your host will tell you anecdotes and traditions of the city and will accompany you to discover all the culinary secrets of this beautiful Emilian town.
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Maximize your time with this half-day immersion into Italy's Food Valley. Escape Bologna to go behind the scenes of the region's icons. Witness the birth of Parmigiano Reggiano at an artisanal dairy, and discover an ancient Acetaia to taste "Black Gold" Balsamic. Exclusive highlight: taste a unique cherry-based balsamic condiment in a house surrounded by cherry trees. Crown your morning at a family-run winery with a vineyard walk and a glass of fresh Pignoletto. Enjoy a "Pranzo Contadino" (Country Lunch) featuring premium cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and others local wines like Lambrusco and Barbera. This is the "full experience in half the time," offering deep cultural insight and world-class gastronomy. Designed for foodies seeking a premium, intimate atmosphere with comfortable transport, returning to Bologna by early afternoon with your day still wide open. Experience the soul of Emilian tradition through its people, scenic hills, and authentic flavors.
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Follow your taste buds to the heart of Italy’s most famous foodie region on this Emilia-Romagna day trip from Florence. This tour offers you the chance to discover first-hand how products renowned worldwide for their taste and high quality are made. This region is famous for Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar, Lambrusco Wine and Prosciutto. Most probably you are already familiar with these products, but did you know that the original ones are produced exclusively in Emilia-Romagna? The entire day you will enjoy four different tastings: Parmesan cheese, Prosciutto ham, Lambrusco and Balsamic Vinegar tasting.
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Experience the most authentic Emilia: Parmigiano Reggiano, Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and homemade cuisine in an ancient family house in the hills of Modena. An intimate, genuine experience far from the tourist routes. We will start with a visit to a local dairy to learn about the production of Parmigiano Reggiano, from processing to seasoning, with final tasting. Then we will move to my family home, a place where recipes and traditions are handed down. Here you will discover the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar and taste different types. Afterwards, you will take part in a cooking class of Emilia to prepare tortelloni ricotta and spinach according to the real recipes of grandmother. We will conclude around the table with a home-cooked lunch: fresh pasta, local cheeses, honey, bread, Lambrusco, water and coffee. An ideal experience for those who really want to know the local culture and experience Modena through its most authentic flavors. Pick-up on request.
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This is a private tour dedicated to couples, families, or small groups of friends. The tour can be personalized in all details.The tour leader is a friendly person who loves meeting people from all over the world and spending time with them like friends. Visits will be inside real local factories producing cheese, balsamic, and wine, in case the places are unavailable on the date of tours, they will be replaced by similar ones in Modena.
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From the love for their land comes the collaboration between Marianna and Patrizia. Respect for nature and the enhancement of DOP and BIO products of our territory will accompany you on this exclusive journey. This is not the classic guided tour, but a unique experience reserved for a small number of people where the value and pride that balsamic vinegar has represented over the centuries will be revealed for Modenese families, still today the only custodians of ancient secrets. Upon arrival in the Trebbiano Modenese DOP vineyard, through a relaxing walk among the cherry trees, Marianna will welcome you and will accompany you to learn about the fantastic world of balsamic vinegar in different languages. You will end this sensory experience knowing the real difference between a commercial balsamic vinegar and a certified D one.O.P. At the end of the visit we will offer you a Tasting of our artisan products combined with local PDO excellence.
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