Top Bologna Dining Experiences - page 2

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.

One of Bologna’s culinary treasures is the tortellino, but it takes a deft hand to turn out the perfect pasta morsel. Bring a bit of Bologna home with you by learning how to make this traditional dish with a local “cesarina”, or home cook, during this private cooking class. Prepare fresh pasta, roll out the dough, and stuff and shape each tortellino. Sample your handiwork during a festive meal with your host.

A fantastic experience in the heart of the Food Valley. The perfect place to visit for anyone who wants to discover the millenary history and tradition of the famous "Black Gold" of Modena Guided tour + tasting Please note: The vinegar factory visited may vary according to availability.

Are you in town and want to taste the best local wines and typical products without leaving the centre? This tour is for you! Spend an afternoon or an evening in one of the oldest wine bars in Bologna together with your local tour leader.

Hi, I'm Giorgio, welcome to our ancient family vinegar factory. Together with my father Mario, President of the Consortium of Producers "Antiche Acetaie" and President of the Association of ABTM D.O.P. I share the passion for ABTM in all its facets, from production to the disclosure of its secrets. In the acetaia we will show you numerous batteries including the one started by my great-grandfather Mario in 1905 still in production. We will also talk about other important batteries for my family such as those started by my grandfather Giorgio in the early 1950s in honor of the birth of his children. Thanks to our great passion for ABTM we have decided to open the doors of our house and welcome you to this magical world. See you in Modena!

Join us for an unforgettable experience in Bologna, starting at the historic Cassero, a cultural landmark with deep ties to the community LGBTQIA . From there, you’ll head to Piazzetta Magnani, where every morning the "Mercato Lumiere" sets up, offering a farmer's market where local producers sell seasonal, zero-kilometer products at fair prices. Next, you'll embark on a food tour in the charming Pratello area, bohemian neighbourhood renowned for its authentic eateries and picturesque streets. The journey culminates at the home of our local Maurizio, where you'll indulge in a generous aperitivo featuring a selection of exquisite Bolognese products. This experience promises a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, perfect for enjoying the rich culinary and cultural heritage of Bologna.

Get to know Bologna through its food and people with this market tour and cooking class experience. After a stroll through a local market to select fresh ingredients, you’ll head to the private home of your host, who’s part of the Cesarine network of Italian home cooks. Together you’ll create and enjoy a classic “aperitivo” of a drink and snack, followed by a regional pasta dish and tiramisu.

Italy's Cesarina program connects travelers with local "home cooks," known as cesarinas, in an effort to promote the Mediterranean country's rich culinary traditions. With this experience, you'll get to join a ceserina as she shops in a local market, watch her make typically Bolognese preparations, and sit down to dine on a four-course meal, served with local wine.

Taste Bologna’s rich culinary heritage with an intimate cooking and dining experience in a local's home. Watch authentic family recipes come to life as you enjoy a 3-course meal paired with regional wines and coffee. Immerse yourself in the stories, flavors, and traditions of Italian cuisine while connecting over shared food and conversation.

This is the ideal activity for those who love to travel to discover the great Italian red wines. You can choose what to taste among the fine wines that are carefully selected every day. You can also breathe the typical Bolognese atmosphere, the one in which large groups of strangers who joke together are created.

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.

In Castelfranco Emilia, just outside Modena, an authentic experience of tradition and flavour awaits you: a guided visit to a traditional Acetaia with a tasting of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, paired with carefully selected local delicacies. A journey of approximately 1.5 hours into the heart of Modena’s culinary heritage—an experience not to be missed.

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.

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.

Swap commercial kitchen spaces for a private cooking class in the intimate setting of a local’s home in Bologna. As it’s a private class, you can benefit from one-to-one guidance to make sure you perfect each technique. Start with pizza-making, then find out the secrets of a perfect tiramisu—with a chance to eat all your culinary creations at the end of the class.

Please book directly via felsinaculinaria . com for a discount. Upon arrival at Villa degli Olmi nestled atop rolling hills, your private experience unfolds as follows: - We begin by organising all the necessary ingredients for your selected dish(es). - Next, we skillfully fry, boil, and bake every component to perfection. - Once everything is prepared, we arrange the dishes and capture memorable photographs. - Finally, you savour the delightful results of your cooking while gazing over the picturesque Po Valley. Embark on this journey with us and immerse yourself in the rich flavours of Bologna.

Bologna Cooking Class with Italian Lessons! Learn beginner-level Italian from two native language teachers. Practice real conversations with your hosts. Enjoy a hands-on cooking class in a cozy home kitchen, making a full Bolognese meal. Savor your creations with local wine while reinforcing the Italian you've learned.

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.

Think you know gelato? Think again. This Gelato Crawl is more than tasting—it’s about discovering what makes real Italian gelato special. You’ll learn how to spot authentic, clean-label gelato made only with natural ingredients—no artificial flavors, no shortcuts. Along the way, you’ll uncover its cultural importance in Bologna and see how simple, honest ingredients define Italian cuisine. You won’t just taste the difference—you’ll understand it. Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers, this small-group tour supports local gelaterias and raises awareness about mindful tourism in historic cities. Vegan and lactose-free options available.

This Bologna food tour is a great way to learn about local Emilia-Romagna specialties, such as tortellini, tagliatelle, and parmesan cheese. As well as hearing commentary from a guide as you explore the city, you can enjoy the perk of having food tastings included—with a multi-course lunch, coffee, and a dessert provided.

A food and wine tour that will introduce you to the excellent producers of the area and let you enjoy the breathtaking panorama that these splendid hills have to offer.

Learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant appetizers to pair with with a refreshing glass of prosecco or wine, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. The aperitivos will be bite-size representations of local culture, using typical regional ingredients and accompanied by local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red.

Bologna is famous for its luscious tortellini, so there’s no better place to learn how to make these stuffed morsels of fresh pasta. Join a local in her home kitchen to try your hand at kneading and rolling out dough and hand-shaping each tiny round bite with a small group. Then gather around the table for a family-style meal featuring the tortellini you’ve made together followed by authentic tiramisù.

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.