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Emilia Food: Prosciutto, Parmigiano, Balsamic in Modena

5(11 reviews)Bologna, Italy
7h30DurationMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel

About this experience

Travelers will explore the culinary specialties of Modena, focusing on Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto, and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. The experience includes a guided visit to an authentic farm, where participants can observe cows and the production process of Parmigiano Reggiano, culminating in a tasting of the cheese. The aging storage area, filled with thousands of cheese wheels, is a highlight of the visit. The tour continues with a visit to a Balsamic Vinegar Producer located in the hills, where guests will learn about the intricacies of producing this renowned product, referred to as "Black Gold." This includes a tasting of five different ages of balsamic vinegar, accompanied by a light lunch that enhances the flavors. Additionally, the tour features tastings of regional cured meats such as salami, pancetta, coppa, and mortadella, sourced from a top producer. A glass of Lambrusco is included with the tastings. This experience is suitable for groups of 2 to 7 people, with a minimum requirement of 2 participants. Transportation varies by group size: a car for 2 to 3/4 people, and a minivan for 4 to 7 people.

Itinerary

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Caseificio Bio Reggiani

Guided Parmesan Cheese factory tour with tasting. Guided tour into a local and typical farmto see all the production of the famous Parmigiano Reggiano: the first step is to see where the milk is cooked and how it becomes a wheel of cheese. During the first tour of the day at 09 am, you have the opportunity to see how the cheese workers create the wheels from the copper boilers. After the salinization room, step into the aging storage with thousand of wheels. Vist at the stable with the cows included. The experience finishes with an amazing tasting with 3 ages of Parmigiano Reggiano, fresh ricotta with balsamic and other snacks... Lambrusco wine included!

What's included / not included

Balsamic Vinegar Producer guided tour with tastingLunchParmesan Cheese guided factory tour with tastingPrivate transport from/to Bologna or ModenaProsciutto and Cured-meats producer guided Factory Tour
Private tour guide (on request with extra price)

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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