A Journey through the Heart of Parma Cuisine
Spend the day with an expert food guide visiting a working Parmigiano Reggiano DOP dairy and a traditional culatello di Zibello DOP cellar in the Bassa Parmense. Watch each product being crafted in its native landscape and meet the people who safeguard these ancient crafts.
The Experience in Detail
Tastings, regional lunch and 6–9 hours of authentic immersion in the Italian culinary tradition: a defining experience for anyone serious about Italian food.
Highlights
Authentic producers
Visit working dairies, curing facilities and acetaie behind Parma's icons.
Producer-led tastings
Sample Parmigiano Reggiano, prosciutto di Parma and balsamic vinegar at the source.
Local guide
Travel with a passionate Parma food expert who knows the territory inside out.
Food Valley experience
An authentic immersion in the heart of Italy's most celebrated food region.
Tour Itinerary
- 1
Starting location:
Parma
- 2
Transfer by car (30 minutes)
- 3
Caseificio Sociale di Soragna
Accompanied visit (1.5 hours)
- 4
Transfer by car (10 minutes)
- 5
Salumificio Dallatana (1 hour)
Visit, Accompanied visit
- 6
Transfer by car (5 minutes)
- 7
Ristorante Osteria Vecchio Mulino Dallatana (45 minutes)
Lunch, Culinary tasting
- 8
Transfer by car (45 minutes)
Visit (1 hour) Optional, Extra fee Accompanied visit (30 minutes) Optional, Extra fee
- 9
Arrive back at:
Parma For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
Gallery
What's included
- Transfer from/to Parma
- Parmigiano Reggiano Dairy Farm Admission
- Anolini in brodo" tasting with Parmigiano
- Culatello Museum Admission
- Verdi Theatre Admission (Full-Day Option A)
- Colorno Royal Palace Admission (Full-Day Option B)
- Easy-hike in the Por River Park (Full-Day Option C)
- Gratuites
What's not included
- Transport to/from meeting point
- Tips and personal expenses
Good to know
Important
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Booking confirmation within 24h
- Required age and accessibility vary based on the specific tour
Good to know
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
- Bring a light jacket for cool environments (cellars, dairies)
- It is recommended to confirm the meeting location at booking time
Useful tips
- Come not too full — you'll taste many products
- Bring a snack for kids during pauses between tastings
- Ask your guide about less-touristy local markets to buy genuine products
Not allowed
- Oversize luggage
- Baby strollers
- Smoking
- Mobility scooters
- Intoxication
- Smoking in the vehicle
- Alcohol and drugs
- Baby carriages
- Electric wheelchairs
- Firework