Parmesan, Balsamic Tour with Lunch from Bologna
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Overview
Taste Tour: Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar and Lunch offers a tasty trip into the food of Emilia! This half-day tour is perfect for anyone who loves good food and wants to see how famous Italian treats are made.
Visitors will start their day at a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy farm, where they will see how this cheese is made. They'll learn about the special steps and hard work that goes into each wheel. After the tour, there's a tasting of different ages of Parmigiano Reggiano, along with ricotta, caciotta cheese, balsamic vinegar, marmalade, local wine and water! Next, the tour goes to a historic 'Acetaia' to discover how Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is made. This 'black gold' is aged for years, and visitors will get to taste the rich, sweet flavor. To finish the tour, there's a light lunch with local foods that go great with balsamic vinegar.
This tour includes pick up from Bologna City Center, comfortable transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle for the whole day, a guided visit to a Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy with cheese tasting, and a guided visit and tasting at a Traditional Balsamic Vinegar producer. This memorable tour does not include a main course during the light lunch, allowing you to fully explore the best gastronomic pairing of balsamic vinegar and different typical local products.

Highlights
Taste Real Parmigiano Reggiano: See how Italy's famous cheese is made and taste different ages.
Discover Balsamic Vinegar: Visit a traditional 'Acetaia' and taste the 'black gold' of Modena.
Enjoy a Food Tasting Lunch: Try local foods paired with balsamic vinegar.
Easy Transport from Bologna: Relax with pick-up and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour, especially the cheese and balsamic vinegar tastings and learning about the production processes. Some felt the lunch was too light and the pace was a bit rushed.

Customers loved learning about how parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar are made.
Many enjoyed the cheese and balsamic vinegar tastings.
Customers found the tour guides knowledgeable and friendly.
Customers appreciated the convenient pickup and transportation.
Some customers thought the light lunch was not enough food.
A few felt rushed at certain stops.
The Journey
Bologna City Center
Begin your culinary adventure in the heart of Bologna, a city celebrated for its historic architecture, vibrant culture, and exquisite cuisine. Before venturing into the countryside, soak in the atmosphere of the city, known for its porticoes, medieval towers, and bustling piazzas. Bologna's rich history as a center of learning and commerce provides a captivating backdrop for the start of your gastronomic journey.
Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Farm
Immerse yourself in the art of Parmigiano Reggiano production at a traditional dairy farm. Witness the meticulous process of crafting this iconic cheese, from the milking of cows to the aging of the wheels. Indulge in a tasting of different ages of Organic Parmigiano Reggiano, along with Ricotta and Caciotta cheese, accompanied by Balsamic Vinegar, Marmalade, local wine, and water. Experience the authentic flavors of Emilia-Romagna in their purest form.
Historic Acetaia (Balsamic Vinegar Producer)
Delve into the world of 'black gold' at a historic Acetaia, where traditional balsamic vinegar is crafted with time-honored techniques. Discover the secrets of aging this exquisite condiment in wooden barrels, absorbing the unique flavors of each wood type. Conclude your visit with a tasting of the traditional balsamic vinegar, followed by a light lunch featuring local products expertly paired with balsamic vinegar. This unique experience will tantalize your taste buds and deepen your appreciation for this regional delicacy.
Bologna City Center
Return to Bologna, reflecting on the unforgettable flavors and experiences of your culinary excursion. The city's warm atmosphere provides a perfect setting to reminisce about the artisanal cheeses, exquisite balsamic vinegar, and picturesque landscapes you encountered. Carry with you the essence of Emilia-Romagna's culinary traditions, forever savoring the memories created on this gastronomic journey.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes a light lunch with food tasting (but no main course), a guided visit to a Parmigiano-Reggiano dairy with cheese tasting, pick up from the city center of Bologna, and transportation for the whole day in an air-conditioned vehicle. It also includes a guided visit and tasting at a producer of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar PDO. This tour does not include anything else that is not listed.
Hot Tip
To get the most out of this experience, consider eating a hearty breakfast before the tour, as the provided lunch is a light tasting. Also, take advantage of the opportunity to ask the producers questions about their craft, as they are very knowledgeable and passionate about their products.