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From Bologna: VIP Food Lovers: Paradise in the Tuscany- Emilia Apennine Region

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What you’ll do

Explore the Parmigiano & Balsamic Vinegar niche producers, and the gastronomy focused on tortellini and fresh-egg pasta that has attracted VIPS, TV shows such as “Searching for Italy” with STANLEY TUCCI to the heart of the Emilia-Romagna Region. A perfect day trip from Tuscany, spring to fall.

Highlights

Exclusive Cheese Tasting: Visit Rosola Cheese Dairy in Zocca for an exclusive tasting of Slow Food protected “Vacca Bianca” Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Experience different ageing profiles and savour a variety of 7/8 cheeses produced locally. Explore the maturation room with endless wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano and gain insights into the production process
Zocca Village Experience: Zocca, is a small mountain village in the Tuscan-Emilian Apennine.Located 2,600 feet above sea level, 70 miles from Florence, and approximately 30 miles from Modena or Bologna
Authentic Lunch: Enjoy a local full-menu lunch featuring the finest fresh pasta, with Tortellini as a highlight. Indulge in seasonal dishes made with 0-km ingredients at a family-run and historic restaurant in Zocca. Conclude the meal with a sweet note of Gelato or Dessert drizzled with Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
Vignola Medieval Village: Drive down to the valley to reach Vignola Medieval Village, south of Modena
Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Experience: Explore the world of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar, also known as the black gold of Modena. Visit a historic 4th generation producer to witness the ageing rooms preserving balsamic over 12 and 25 years. Learn about the production process and discover surprising food pairings for Traditional Balsamic Vinegar

Itinerary

Duration: Approximately 6 HRS 30 MINS

Start Time: Between 8:45 AM and 9:30 AM depending on meeting point (booking will say 8:45)

Group Size: 4-6 people (plus exclusive private option is available for 2 people)

Meeting Point: Hotel pick-up and drop-off (available as optional extra)

The first stop is Rosola cheese dairy in Zocca, like Stanley Tucci did with Chef Massimo Bottura to enjoy an exclusive tasting of Slow Food protected “Vacca Bianca” Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, different aging, and a variety of 7/8 cheeses produced only locally including wine. Visit the maturation room with endless cheese wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano, and learn about the productive process.

Zocca is a small mountain village located in the Tuscan-Emilian Apennine, approx. 2,600 feet above the sea level, 70 miles from Florence, and approx. 30 miles from either Modena or Bologna.

Lunch: enjoy a local full-menu with the finest fresh pasta, Tortellini on top, and seasonal dishes, 0-km ingredients at a family-run and historic Restaurant in Zocca, ending with a sweet note of Gelato or Dessert with drops of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar.

Drive down to valley to arrive in Vignola Medieval village, South of Modena, to discover the intimate world of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. Be welcomed by a historic 4th generation producer of true Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. See the aging rooms preserving balsamic over 12 and 25 years, learn about the productive process and its surprising variety of food matches.

What’s included

Guide with you the entire day

What’s not included

Gratuities & Tips

The tour is not recommended for vegetarians or vegans due to the specific foods sampled and places visited

What’s not included

Gratuities & Tips

The tour is not recommended for vegetarians or vegans due to the specific foods sampled and places visited

Meeting Point

Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off are included (if included)

Please reach your meeting point 10-15 minutes before the departure time

Notes

The tour runs rain or shine

Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available

Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking

All participants should arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Refunds will not be possible in such instances.

Exclusive private tour for 2 guests: please contact us

This tour accommodates smaller groups. If you require a booking for a larger group, please don't hesitate to reach out to us, on our live chat, or [email protected] and we'll help create the perfect experience.

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Cancellation policy

No refund is possible if you cancel.

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