Slow Parma Food Experience Half Day Private Tour and Tasting
(14) Reviews
San Prospero
About
Looking for an authentic experience, far from the major tourist flows, to discover the soul and traditions of the Italian Food Valley? Come and discover Emilia Romagna and its food excellences, Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, at a slow pace, relying on the professionalism of a local and experienced private guide dedicated to you and your friends or family. You will follow the whole production chain, from the feeding of milking cows to the aging of the cheese wheels in the foodies heaven, the astounding Parmigiano Reggiano warehouse. You will closely watch the cheese master’s experienced hands during the breaking of the curd and his deft movements during the lifting of the cheese...
Highlights
7 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional local guide
2 Glasses of exquisite DOC Parma Hills Wine
Bottled water
Tasting of 12, 24, 30 and 36 months old Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and fresh ricotta cheese
Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Dairy Admission fee
Lunch: Traditional cured meat products such as Prosciutto di Parma, Coppa, Pancetta and Salame
Option 1 includes Transportation
Traditional Fresh Homemade Pasta (2 types)
A choice of Traditional Cakes
Parma Ham Plant Admission fee
Coffee and/or Tea
Option 2 does not include Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Emily Way Bar
You will meet the guide in front of Emily Way Bar in Via Marco Emilio Lepido, 215, 43122 San Prospero PR at 7.30 am.
Return
Pasticceria Zarotti
If you selected the "Self-Drive" Option, the tour will end at Pasticceria Zarotti in Langhirano. If you selected the "Transportation included" Option, the tour will end at the pick-up location.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Minimum drinking age is 18 years.
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Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Slow Parma Food Experience Half Day Private Tour and Tasting
(14) Reviews
San Prospero
Select Date & Travelers
From
$280.00
Price varies by group size
About
Looking for an authentic experience, far from the major tourist flows, to discover the soul and traditions of the Italian Food Valley? Come and discover Emilia Romagna and its food excellences, Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, at a slow pace, relying on the professionalism of a local and experienced private guide dedicated to you and your friends or family. You will follow the whole production chain, from the feeding of milking cows to the aging of the cheese wheels in the foodies heaven, the astounding Parmigiano Reggiano warehouse. You will closely watch the cheese master’s experienced hands during the breaking of the curd and his deft movements during the lifting of the cheese...
Highlights
7 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional local guide
2 Glasses of exquisite DOC Parma Hills Wine
Bottled water
Tasting of 12, 24, 30 and 36 months old Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and fresh ricotta cheese
Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Dairy Admission fee
Lunch: Traditional cured meat products such as Prosciutto di Parma, Coppa, Pancetta and Salame
Option 1 includes Transportation
Traditional Fresh Homemade Pasta (2 types)
A choice of Traditional Cakes
Parma Ham Plant Admission fee
Coffee and/or Tea
Option 2 does not include Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Emily Way Bar
You will meet the guide in front of Emily Way Bar in Via Marco Emilio Lepido, 215, 43122 San Prospero PR at 7.30 am.
Return
Pasticceria Zarotti
If you selected the "Self-Drive" Option, the tour will end at Pasticceria Zarotti in Langhirano. If you selected the "Transportation included" Option, the tour will end at the pick-up location.
Itinerary
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Via J. F.Kennedy, 18
We will visit an authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese dairy and the visit will be followed by tasting of 12 months, 24 months and 36 months old Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Visiting a Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese dairy with us, you will be able to follow the whole production chain, from the feeding of milking cows, the milk collection and preservation, to the forming of the curd in the typical copper cauldrons. You will be able to watch the cheese master’s experienced hands during the breaking of the curd with the “spino” and his deft movements during the lifting of the cheese out of the cauldron. After that you will visit the resting, salting and ageing rooms of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese with their overwhelming aromas. The visit will end with a pleasant tasting, a real pleasure for the senses!
2 hours
2
Castello di Torrechiara
We will have a Photo stop at mediaeval village & Castle of Torrechiara.
10 minutes
3
Langhirano
We will visit a plant where famous Prosciutto di Parma is produced.
1 hour
4
Barbiano
We will have lunch at a winery or family run restaurant with typical Parma delicacies and exquisite tastings of DOC Parma Hills wines.
