Top Bologna Dining Experiences

Have the special opportunity to learn the art of pasta-making from a skilled home chef in Bologna, and benefit from hands-on guidance and instruction, during this small-group cooking class. Make your own way to your host’s home, where you can roll up your sleeves and learn every step of preparing several traditional dishes, such as tortellini in brodo and tagliatelle with ragu. Then, sit down to enjoy your meal together, with wine.

Hello, I'm Giorgio — welcome to our family's historic vinegar cellar. Together with my father Mario, President of the "Antiche Acetaie" Producers' Consortium and President of the ABTM D.O.P. Expert Tasters Association, I share a passion for ABTM in all its facets, from production to revealing its secrets. In the cellar you will see numerous "batteria", including the one started by my great-grandfather Mario in 1905 which is still in production today. We will also talk about other lines of barrels important to my family, such as those started by my grandfather Giorgio in the early 1950s to mark the birth of his children. It is precisely because of our deep passion for Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena that we decided to open our home and welcome you into this magical world. SHUTTLE SERVICE AVAILABLE, CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION. See you in Modena!

There is no better place to learn how to make authentic pasta and tiramisù from scratch than Italy’s culinary capital of Bologna. Meet your local host and instructor to pick up tips and tricks for turning out flawless filled and shaped pasta and assembling a luscious tiramisù by hand. Then celebrate your new skills in the kitchen with a final tasting to sample the dishes you’ve prepared, served with wine.

Bologna is famous for its fresh pasta and with this private lesson you'll learn the tricks to turning out flawless tortellini, tagliatelle, and other handmade pastas like a local with a Bolognese home cook. Roll up your sleeves and prepare three traditional types of pasta under the guidance of your host in her home kitchen, then sample your creations at a family-style meal complete with wine.

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The Sanctuary of the Madonna of San Luca is one of Bologna's top sights, but its hilltop location makes access tricky. Instead, enjoy a hassle-free way to explore the basilica with a trip aboard the San Luca Express, a mini-train that whisks you up the hill and back. Along the way, learn insider facts from the provided audio guide. If preferred, upgrade to add on food vouchers or a city tour afterwards.

Maximize your time with this half-day immersion into Italy's Food Valley. Escape Bologna to go behind the scenes of the region's icons. Witness the birth of Parmigiano Reggiano at an artisanal dairy, and discover an ancient Acetaia to taste "Black Gold" Balsamic. Exclusive highlight: taste a unique cherry-based balsamic condiment in a house surrounded by cherry trees. Crown your morning at a family-run winery with a vineyard walk and a glass of fresh Pignoletto. Enjoy a "Pranzo Contadino" (Country Lunch) featuring premium cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and others local wines like Lambrusco and Barbera. This is the "full experience in half the time," offering deep cultural insight and world-class gastronomy. Designed for foodies seeking a premium, intimate atmosphere with comfortable transport, returning to Bologna by early afternoon with your day still wide open. Experience the soul of Emilian tradition through its people, scenic hills, and authentic flavors.

Learn the secrets behind traditional recipes from Bologna during this private cooking class, complete with a local market visit. Get tips for selecting the best ingredients at the market and then settle into the chef’s home in the Bologna city center for a cooking class. Prepare three courses and then feast on everything you cook alongside a variety of local red and white wines.

Bologna is known as a culinary hotspot, and this walking tour offers an excellent overview of the city’s food scene. Visit a historic center with local food boutiques and cafes. Sample the city’s culinary offerings including a glass of wine, pasta, espresso, and either gelato or cake depending on the season, guided by a local food expert.

Join a mother-daughter duo in their Bologna home for an authentic, hands-on pasta-making experience. Learn to prepare fresh pasta and classic Bolognese dishes using family recipes and seasonal ingredients. This intimate class offers a rare glimpse into local life, family recipes, and traditional cooking techniques. Cook side by side in a warm home kitchen, then sit down to enjoy your homemade meal with local Italian wine. A truly personal, farm-to-table experience that connects you to the heart of Bologna’s food culture.

Step into Paola’s 1920s villa and discover Bologna like a local. This intimate cooking class blends tradition, family recipes, and warm Italian hospitality. From hand-rolling pasta to preparing a classic tiramisu or cannelloni, you’ll experience authentic flavors passed down through generations. In summer, enjoy your homemade meal in Paola’s charming garden. Add the optional market tour for a deeper dive into Bologna’s vibrant food culture before cooking together at her home.

Discover the Italian Food & Supercars excellences in this unique one-day tour in the Motor Valley from Bologna. This tour combines the thrill of Italy's Motor Valley with its unparalleled culinary heritage, creating the perfect day for supercars and food lovers. Tour Highlights: - Authentic Parmigiano Reggiano factory visit with tasting - Lamborghini Museum - Balsamic Vinegar Production experience in Modena - Traditional lunch - Ferrari Museum

Just outside Modena, a full-immersion experience awaits you, dedicated to discovering the famous “Black Gold of Modena”: a guided visit to a traditional Acetaia combined with an authentic balsamic lunch and tasting of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Designed as a true journey through local flavours, this approximately 2-hour experience is rich, engaging and meant to be enjoyed at a relaxed pace.

Discover the secrets to Bolognese cuisine in a local’s home with this half-day private cooking class. Learn how to prepare fresh stuffed pasta including tortellini and tortelloni during this hands-on class. After the pasta workshop, relax over a meal to sample what you prepared alongside local red and white wines.

Opt for a more intimate experience of Bologna’s legendary cuisine during a private pasta making masterclass in a local home. Rather than sharing your guide with a group, you’ll receive undivided attention as you make classic Italian dishes such as tagliatelle al ragu, a variation of spaghetti bolognese.

Take part in an immersion in the world of Bologna wine and let yourself be guided by an oenologist to discover the city’s food and wine excellence

Put on your apron, wash your hands and get ready to get to work. The first step on your culinary journey is to create a homemade tiramisu: you will learn how to prepare this iconic Italian dessert, discovering its origins and the secrets that make it irresistible. Once the dessert is ready, it's time to move on to fresh pasta. Guided by an Expert chef, you will immerse yourself in the preparation of the perfect dough, learning to recognize the different types of flour and the differences between fresh pasta and dry pasta. You will roll out, cut and shape your pasta with your own hands, living an authentic and rewarding experience. At the end of the course, you will sit at the table with the other participants to enjoy a lunch or dinner prepared by you, accompanied by a carefully selected wine that will enhance every flavor. An unforgettable experience in Bologna, designed for those who love good food, conviviality

An authentic experience in a private home: choose your favorite menu and be delighted by a dinner prepared by a real "sfoglina", with wine tasting selected and told by a wine expert.

Join Daniele to learn how to prepare typical Bolognese pasta and sauce from scratch, then sit down for lunch together. Perfect for food lovers and anyone curious about Bolognese traditions, this class offers a hands-on, delicious, and memorable experience! •Learn how to prepare Tortellini and 'Tagliatelle alla Bolognese', as well as broth and sauce from scratch, then enjoy your creations for lunch. You'll even get to take the recipes home! • Wines from the Emilia Romagna region are included • The cooking class takes place at Daniele's grocery store pasta lab in Bologna city centre

Bologna is famous for its rich local cuisine, so there’s no better city to discover the secrets behind making flawless pasta and authentic tiramisù from scratch than this private culinary experience. Connect with a local cook for a hands-on lesson in her home kitchen, then relax over lunch or dinner to savor the fruit of your labors served with local wines and Italian espresso.

The Bologna food region is one of the most famous in Italy, but finding the best producers to visit on your own takes hours of research. On this culinary tour, visit local and family-run producers most tourists miss for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Modena balsamic vinegar, prosciutto, and wine. Enjoy samples along the way, and indulge in breakfast and a multi-course Italian lunch with wine pairings.

Taste 3 local DOC wines in an exclusive location: a panoramic terrace with a splendid view over the rooftops of Bologna. The wine tasting is accompanied by a taste of typical products, some delicacies of the region. The local tour leader will stay with you the whole time entertaining you and telling you about the wines and traditions of Bologna.

Discover the rich gastronomic tradition of Bologna walking in the historic center with your private Guide. Along the way, you'll stop at selected shops and tasting spots, where you can sample some of the city's most iconic flavors: aged balsamic vinegar, fresh handmade pasta and a typical street food accompanied by a glass of wine. To complete the experience, you will receive a voucher for a traditional Bolognese dessert, to be enjoyed calmly throughout the day. During the walk, the Guide will share curiosities and stories about the local gastronomic culture, helping you understand why Bologna is considered one of the culinary capitals of Italy.