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Emilia Romagna Food Tour: Parma, Prosciutto & Balsamic
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Overview
Exclusive Emilia-Romagna: Parmigiano, Prosciutto, Balsamic, Wine tour from Florence lets travelers taste the best of Italy's food region. This special day trip takes people behind the scenes to see how famous foods are made. This region is known for Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Balsamic Vinegar, Lambrusco Wine, and Prosciutto ham. The tour visits places where these original foods are made in Emilia-Romagna.
Travelers will visit the Parmigiano Reggiano Caseificio to see how the cheese is made. Next, they will visit Acetaia Sereni Balsamic Vinegar Estate and Prosciuttificio Leonardi Ham Factory. To end the tour, people will visit Fattoria Moretto Winery. All day, people will enjoy tasting Parmesan cheese, Prosciutto ham, Lambrusco, and Balsamic Vinegar.
This private tour includes a certified guide, a light lunch, and a private car. The tour picks people up from where they are staying in Florence. It takes them to see how Parmesan cheese, prosciutto ham, Lambrusco wine and balsamic vinegar are made. 
Highlights
Taste Authentic Italian Foods: Enjoy private tastings of Parmesan cheese, prosciutto ham, Lambrusco wine, and balsamic vinegar.
See How Food is Made: Visit factories that make Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, prosciutto ham, and balsamic vinegar.
Travel in Comfort: Ride in a private car with pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Florence.
Learn from an Expert: A certified guide will be with you all day to explain everything.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour, highlighting the informative guides, delicious tastings, and convenient transportation. Some wished for longer stops and a more filling lunch.
Customers loved learning how Parmigiano Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, and prosciutto are made.
Many reviewers highlighted the guides were knowledgeable and friendly.
Several reviewers appreciated the private transportation and comfortable journey.
Customers said the tastings were generous and delicious.
Some customers wanted more time at each stop.
A few reviewers felt the lunch was not substantial enough.
The Journey
Florentine Accommodation
Begin your culinary adventure with a private pick-up from your accommodation in Florence. Relax and enjoy the scenic drive into the Emilia-Romagna region, anticipating the delicious experiences that await. The journey itself is a prelude to the gourmet delights ahead, offering glimpses of the rolling Italian countryside.
Parmigiano Reggiano Caseificio
Delve into the world of Parmigiano Reggiano at a traditional caseificio (cheese factory). Witness the intricate process of cheese-making, passed down through generations, from the initial stages to the aging rooms filled with fragrant wheels of cheese. Conclude your visit with a tasting of various Parmesan cheeses and fresh ricotta, paired with local delicacies, offering a true taste of Italian craftsmanship.
Acetaia Sereni Balsamic Vinegar Estate
Experience the art of balsamic vinegar production at Acetaia Sereni, a leading producer of traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena. Enjoy a traditional lunch at the estate's restaurant, savoring regional Emilia-Romagna dishes expertly paired with different balsamic vinegars. Afterwards, take a private tour of the cellars, learning about the meticulous process from grape pressing to aging, culminating in a tasting of the estate's finest balsamic creations.
Prosciuttificio Leonardi Ham Factory
Discover the secrets of Italian cured meats at Prosciuttificio Leonardi, a renowned ham factory committed to high biological production standards. Tour the facility, witnessing the journey from raw meat to the final, exquisite product. Indulge in a tasting of a wide selection of hams, including culatta, lardo, salami, and prosciutto al tartufo, accompanied by crescentine (tigelle), a local bread specialty. This experience offers an authentic taste of Modena's culinary heritage.
Fattoria Moretto Winery
Visit Fattoria Moretto, a family-run winery nestled in the heart of the Lambrusco Grasparossa territory. Explore the organic vineyards cultivated with passion by the Altariva family, now in their third generation. Learn about the unique characteristics of the Lambrusco Grasparossa grape and savor the distinct flavors of their wines, a true expression of the region's terroir. Experience the dedication to quality and tradition that defines this exceptional winery.
Return to Florence
Conclude your culinary journey with a comfortable transfer back to your original pick-up location in Florence, reflecting on the day's unforgettable experiences. Alternatively, with prior notice, arrange for a drop-off at another location of your convenience, allowing for continued exploration of this beautiful city.
Know Before You Go
This private tour includes pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Florence. The tour price includes private transportation, a certified sommelier/guide, a light lunch, and tastings of Parmesan cheese, prosciutto, Lambrusco, and balsamic vinegar of Modena. Gratuities are not included.
Hot Tip
Some customers suggest bringing extra money to buy the delicious local products you'll taste on the tour!
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