Top Emilia-Romagna Dining Experiences

Bologna is famous for its wines—but what if you don’t know your Sangiovese from your Pignoletto? Ideal for anyone looking for a gastronomy crash course, this private, deluxe food and wine experience treats travelers to a sommelier-led wine tasting paired with artisanal cheeses, meats, and olive oils from the region. And, if you're already a wine expert, get a chance to test your knowledge with Rewine technology.

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.

Dine on truly authentic Italian food with like minded foodies in the home of a talented local home cook. Learn about the typical dishes that make up Rimini’s favorite meals and how to make them, and sit down to eat around your host’s family dining table with your fellow travelers to taste food cooked with love and drink locally made wine.

Booking a guided tour and tasting at Acetaia Marchi offers a unique experience, immersed in family tradition and the production of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Visitors discover the secrets of the process, tour the aging rooms, and taste a variety of products, exploring culinary pairings to enhance each flavor.

A real family home. A medieval village in the Parma hills. Fresh pasta made by hand, a panoramic terrace, and an Italian lunch or dinner with local wine. This is a morning or afternoon well spent — with me, Virginia, Mamma Nadia, and possibly two very curious cats. - A real family home, not a cooking school — you'll cook in our kitchen, eat at our table, and share the afternoon with us like a guest, not a tourist - Calestano, a medieval village in the Parma hills — not a city kitchen, but a panoramic terrace overlooking countryside that most visitors never see - Ingredients from our own garden — seasonal, organic, and picked that morn - Local black truffle, available as an add-on — harvested right here in these hills - Maximum 8 guests — intimate by design, never acrow - Private transfer from Parma available — no car needed, no stress

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!

What makes this experience special? It happens in the heart of Parma—the Food Valley’s iconic city and a true home of fresh pasta. Meet us directly at the address provided (no train, no transfers) and join a real hands-on class : you’ll make pasta dough from scratch, shape different pasta styles, and craft handmade ravioli filled with carefully selected seasonal ingredients, using traditional techniques. Choose the option that fits you : • Pasta-making class only : cook together, then take home all the pasta you made. • Class + tasting : after cooking, enjoy a relaxed tasting of local products, a glass of wine, and homemade tiramisu. Small-group setting means personal guidance, plenty of tips you can reuse at home, and time to ask questions—while discovering why Parma’s cuisine is famous worldwide!! Authentic, flexible, and centered on sharing—this is Parma through its most iconic tradition.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Reggio Emilia 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.

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.

Abandon your beach chair for a few hours and explore a different side of Italy’s famed resort town with this hands-on pasta and tiramisu class. Join your local host and instructor to learn the secrets of turning out fresh pasta and rich tiramisu perfectly every time. Improve your kitchen technique with tips from your host, then celebrate your new skills with a sit-down meal featuring the dishes you’ve prepared together.

Go beyond restaurants and experience one of Italy’s most exclusive culinary traditions in the countryside near Parma. Join a truffle hunt in natural surroundings, then enjoy a meal centered around your find. This immersive experience offers rare access to a protected food culture, combining outdoor discovery, local expertise, and authentic flavors not typically available to independent travelers.

I started teaching in 2008 to Erasmus as volunteer, one of the best experience of my life. That's why, after a long time working in different Farmhouses, Restaurants, Hotel and for Weddings, I'm back to teach! I wish to tell the secrets of pasta to everyone who wants to improve his/her life in the deepest and full of love way: Cooking & Eating! *SPECIAL HAM & WINE OFFER * : ONLY IF you write me here(Contact Host->send mess) BEFORE booking, you will have FREE unlimited wine, HAM All you can eat & 60 MONTHS PARMIGIANO

From the love for their land comes the collaboration between Marianna and Patrizia. Respect for nature and the enhancement of DOP and BIO products of our territory will accompany you on this exclusive journey. This is not the classic guided tour, but a unique experience reserved for a small number of people where the value and pride that balsamic vinegar has represented over the centuries will be revealed for Modenese families, still today the only custodians of ancient secrets. Upon arrival in the Trebbiano Modenese DOP vineyard, through a relaxing walk among the cherry trees, Marianna will welcome you and will accompany you to learn about the fantastic world of balsamic vinegar in different languages. You will end this sensory experience knowing the real difference between a commercial balsamic vinegar and a certified D one.O.P. At the end of the visit we will offer you a Tasting of our artisan products combined with local PDO excellence.

Live an authentic culinary experience in Ravenna. Ravenna is not only for mosaics lovers but also for those passionate about authentic Italian regional food. Learn to cook like an italian chef with a friendly local gourmet.

Riccione is famous for its beaches, but this Adriatic resort town also has a rich culinary tradition. Delve into Riccione’s authentic cuisine with this dining experience at a local home. Be welcomed by a passionate host and cook and watch as your meal is prepared, picking up tips and techniques as the dishes come together. Then relax over a family-style meal with your host to cap off your experience.

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.

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

Delve into coastal Italy’s culinary traditions in a private cooking class in the home of a Rimini resident. Hone your cooking skills as you prepare three classic dishes under the guidance of your private host, benefiting from their personalized attention and insider knowledge of regional cuisine. Afterwards, enjoy plenty of time to share cultural insights over your homemade meal, with wine and coffee included for an authentic Italian experience.

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.

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.

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.

Beautiful experience to discover the most famous wines of the Parma hills. The Winery is located in a very pleasant panoramic position and is surrounded by vineyards from which the typical Emilian wines are produced. The visit starts from the vineyard where some hints will be given about the history of the grapes and the agricultural estate. At the end there will be a tasting, where it will be possible to combine the wines with other typical local products.

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.