Experience the Secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese: Tour the Factory, Learn the Process, and Enjoy a Tasting! Put on a lab coat and get ready to visit a Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory! Discover the production secrets, see where the cows are bred and milk, witness the whole cheesemaking process, then complete the visit with a delicious tasting! • Visit to the cowshed, the Parmigiano Reggiano's cheese factory and seasoning room • Welcome breakfast and Tasting of 3 seasonings of Parmigiano Reggiano, traditional cold cuts, a glass of Lambrusco wine and other local products included • Claudio will uncover and explain every step of the Parmigiano Reggiano making process • Disposable gown and hygienic cap to visit the cheese factory will be provided

Meet your host Monica, a guide at the modern Malpighi acetaia, for a local balsamic vinegar tour and tasting. You will learn about why the region of Modena is world-renowned for its balsamic vinegar and how it is made. You will visit two barrel rooms and a museum of vintage vinegar utensils. The proportion of black to white grape juice and the order of the wood that the vinegar is transferred in is what distinguishes the Malpighi family’s vinegar from others. After your tour you will enjoy a tasting of vinegars of various ages, ranging from 5-25 years, and see if you can determine the age of each vinegar based on its taste. You will leave the experience with one bottle of Saporoso (100 ml) and one bottle of flavored balsamic vinegar.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Modena treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

"Acetaia la Vedetta" is immersed in the famous hills of Castelvetro, 6 km from Maranello and 18 from Modena. Let's start with our vineyards which are the basis for obtaining the quality raw material, then we explain all the phases to obtain the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Dop, of Modena Igp and Balsamic Condiments telling our story. To conclude, there will be a pleasure to taste it both naturally and with a combination of Food, Parmesan 24 months with Dop Vinegar, bruschetta with caramelized onions with igp vinegar, and savoring a good glass of wine. We believe the union between Nature and Man is important and our company is based on this.

See the best of Modena city centre in a half day guided walking tour led by a friendly private professional local guide. Discover Modena, one of the best top foodie destination in Italy and home to a Unesco World Heritage site since 1997.

Discover the culinary heart of Emilia-Romagna with an immersive food experience near Modena. Begin with a guided tour of a local Parmigiano Reggiano dairy in Gargallo, where you'll learn the secrets behind this world-famous cheese. Watch expert cheesemakers turn fresh milk into Parmigiano Reggiano DOP using centuries-old methods, and taste different aging stages in the cheese aging rooms. After the tour, visit the farm shop to buy Parmigiano Reggiano and other local products. Then, enjoy a home-cooked lunch featuring regional specialties: Parmigiano Reggiano, cured meats (Prosciutto, Coppa, Salame), warm tigelle bread with spreads, and Lambrusco di Santa Croce wine. End with a homemade dessert, Italian coffee, and a digestif. This experience is perfect for food lovers and cheese enthusiasts seeking to explore Modena and Emilia-Romagna’s rich culinary heritage.

Begin with an exterior visit to the Cathedral of Reggio Emilia, known for its elegant neoclassical façade. Then walk to Piazza San Prospero for the first food stop at Panificio Melli, where you’ll taste gnocco al forno and focaccia allo stracchino. Continue with an exterior visit to the Basilica of San Prospero, dedicated to the city’s patron saint and famous for the six marble lions at its entrance. Next, stop at a traditional tavern to share a platter of local cold cuts. Afterward, stroll through Piazza Fontanesi and pass by the Museo del Tricolore (outside), where the Italian flag was first adopted in 1797. Walk through Piazza del Monte and near the Teatro Municipale Valli, one of the city’s most important cultural landmarks. End the tour at a historic gelateria on Via Guido da Castello, where you’ll enjoy three flavors of homemade gelato.

This combo offers the perfect Modena experience, pairing the city’s finest food tradition with its iconic automotive heritage. At Acetaia Marchi, you explore a historic family-run vinegar loft, discover how authentic Balsamic Vinegar is crafted, and enjoy a guided tasting of premium products. Then, at the Enzo Ferrari Museum, you dive into the world of Ferrari through legendary cars, immersive exhibits, and the founder’s storied legacy. A full day that blends flavor, culture, and speed—ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable Modena adventure.

Delve into Modena’s rich culinary heritage with this immersive experience that blends tradition and flavor. Begin your adventure at Casa Giusti, Italy’s oldest balsamic vinegar producer, where you'll explore historic cellars and taste exceptional vinegars crafted over 400 years. Next, visit a local Cesarina’s home for a live cooking demonstration, enjoying a three-course Emilian lunch that showcases the unique flavors of Giusti balsamic vinegar. This experience is perfect for food enthusiasts eager to savor authentic Modenese hospitality and culinary artistry.

At Acetomodena, a guided tour with tasting turns the discovery of Balsamic Vinegar into an unforgettable sensory experience, filled with rich aromas and authentic flavors. Guests have the opportunity to explore the vineyards, uncover the secrets of the production process and visit the aging rooms. Tastings of a variety of balsamic vinegars are thoughtfully paired with Parmigiano Reggiano and artisanal ice cream, enhancing and elevating each unique flavor.