Welcome to our exclusive culinary journey through Emilia, the true soul of Italian gastronomy.
Starting in elegant Parma, homeland of Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, you’ll explore rolling countryside, medieval castles, and timeless villages where tradition still reigns. From the noble flavors of Culatello to the complexity of aged Balsamic Vinegar, each day reveals a new delicacy, a new story, and a new emotion. You’ll walk through ancient markets, taste world-renowned products, and learn the secrets of Emilian cuisine during unforgettable hands-on cooking classes.
Get ready to discover the essence of Emilia—one bite, one glass, one tradition at a time.
Useful Information
Meeting Point
Departure point - arranged according to your itinerary and confirmed closer to the departure date.
Extra Info
The tour includes the use of a private transfer for its entire duration
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What’s Included
Private chef
Expert guides in art and gastronomy
Experiences as per your itinerary
Tastings as per your itinerary
Accommodation in 4-star luxury hotels with breakfast included
Dinners as specified in the itinerary
Apron
Recipes
All ingredients and tools for cooking classes
Private transportation for the entire duration of the experience
Tour Plan
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DAY 1 → ARRIVAL
Welcome to Italy! Arrival and transfer to your accommodation. Settle in and get ready to begin your unforgettable culinary journey through the heart of Emilia.
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DAY 2 → BOLOGNA "THE FAT"
Depart for Bologna, the vibrant capital of Emilia-Romagna, affectionately known as “La Grassa” (The Fat) for its rich culinary heritage. Climb the historic clock tower and enjoy panoramic views over the city’s rooftops. Take a walking tour to discover Bologna’s most evocative corners as your guide shares stories of history and art. Stroll through the city’s bustling food market, stopping in the oldest shop of the neighborhood to taste a Raviolone, a typical Bolognese pastry, paired with a glass of Pignoletto, a crisp local white wine. Enjoy lunch in a traditional Bolognese trattoria. Return to Parma in the afternoon.
In the evening, take your place in the kitchen and begin your hands-on culinary experience with your first cooking class.
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DAY 3 → TRADITIONAL BALSAMIC VINEGAR & PARMA CITY TOUR
Begin your day with a guided visit to a Traditional Balsamic Vinegar producer. Learn about the passion and precision required to create this “black gold,” and enjoy a tasting of vinegars aged 12, 20, and 25 years. Return to Parma and savor a lunch in a local trattoria, experiencing the flavors that define the city. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walking tour through the streets of Parma, exploring its medieval charm and hidden corners.
Your culinary knowledge deepens this evening with a second cooking class dedicated to traditional recipes and authentic technique.
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DAY 4 → THE CHARM OF PARMA HAM: LANGHIRANO & TORRECHIARA
Travel to Langhirano, birthplace of the world-renowned Prosciutto di Parma. Take a guided tour through a ham factory and follow the production process step by step, ending in the fragrant aging cellars. Continue to the majestic Torrechiara Castle, overlooking the rolling hills and filled with the romantic legacy of Pier Maria Rossi and Bianca Pellegrini. Enjoy lunch in a typical trattoria nearby.
In the evening, the secrets of local family recipes are passed down to you during an inspiring cooking class with a local chef.
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DAY 5 → CULATELLO & WINE
Venture into the Bassa Parmense region to understand the soul of the land—what the French call terroir. Let the morning fog guide you to the ancient cellars where Culatello di Zibello, one of Italy’s most valuable cured meats, slowly matures. Later, head to a winery nestled in the hills. Meet the expert enologist and enjoy a gourmet lunch among the barrels, paired with locally produced wines.
Back in the kitchen, transform fresh ingredients into a handmade dinner during your evening cooking class.
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DAY 6 → THE KING OF CHEESE: PARMIGIANO REGGIANO
Head into the countryside to visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy. Discover each phase of this delicate, natural process that brings the king of cheese to life. Walk among more than 5,000 wheels in the aromatic maturing rooms, then enjoy a tasting of different aging stages and appreciate how time refines its character. After a satisfying lunch in Parma, spend your afternoon at leisure, exploring the city at your own pace.
End your day learning new culinary techniques and recipes in your evening cooking class, blending flavors and stories into every bite
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DAY 7 → THE TRADITIONS OF MODENA
Travel to Modena, where the vibrant Albinelli Market has been a gathering place for flavors and people since the early 1900s. Soak in the atmosphere and architectural charm of this local institution. At lunch, taste the famous Tigelle, warm and filled with Modena’s best cured meats and traditional spreads.
In the afternoon, take part in your final cooking class—an opportunity to bring together all you’ve learned in one delicious celebration.
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DAY 8 → DEPARTURE
Get on your transfer to the airport. Your journey through Emilia’s flavors, landscapes, and traditions may come to an end—but the memories will stay with you forever.Taste the essence of Italy with our exclusive multi-day food and wine tour. Request your tailor-made quote today!
Meeting Point
Departure point - arranged according to your itinerary and confirmed closer to the departure date.
