A culinary adventure awaits in Reggio Emilia, featuring a visit to a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm, where you'll witness the creation of Italy’s iconic cheese and indulge in a guided tasting. After gathering fresh ingredients for your cooking class, savor a traditional aperitivo with Lambrusco wine and Erbazzone pie in a cozy apartment setting. Engage in a hands-on cooking session, crafting tortelli di ricotta e erbette, a classic pasta dish made with love and time-honored techniques. This immersive experience invites you to cook, eat, and connect like a local, honoring the legacy of Italian grandmothers.
the fascinating process behind the world’s most iconic cheese. After a guided tasting, you’ll also shop for fresh ingredients directly at the farm—essentials for the cooking class ahead.
Via Fabio Filzi, 50, Reggio Emilia, Italy
we’ll return to my apartment in the city of Reggio Emilia, where you’ll be welcomed with a traditional aperitivo featuring Lambrusco wine and Erbazzone, our signature savoury pie. Next, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and join a hands-on cooking class, where we’ll prepare tortelli di ricotta e erbette—fresh pasta filled with ricotta, spinach, and Swiss chard, just like our grandmothers (nonne) used to make. You’ll learn traditional techniques in a relaxed and homey atmosphere.
Our meeting point is at 8:30 am at Reggio Emilia's central train station, located in Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi, in front of the main entrance. Reggio Emilia is easily accessible by train from other major cities in the area, such as Modena, Bologna, and Milan. If you need help finding the best options, please feel free to ask.
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