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La Vedetta being immersed in the hills of Castelvetro will allow you to fully experience the entire production process of balsamic vinegar.

Set in the heart of the Emilia-Romagna region, Modena is home to some of Italy’s most delicious cuisine. Discover the tastes, secrets, and ingredients of Modenese cooking during this private, hands-on cooking class in a local home. Prepare a delicious 3-course meal from start to finish and then enjoy the fruits of your labor accompanied by local red and white wines during this private experience.

Despite being a new vinegar factory, its position nestled in the hills of Castelvetro di Modena, the best for the cultivation of Trebbiano Modenese, used in the production of balsamic vinegar, will allow you to fully experience the production process of balsamic vinegar.

The Classic Tour invites you to explore one of our Balsamic Vinegar factories in the charming town of Castelvetro di Modena. Designed to introduce you to the various production methods of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, this tour takes you through its evolution, highlighting the aging process in barrels made of various fine woods. The experience concludes with a guided vertical tasting, showcasing five distinct stages of Balsamic Vinegar aging.

An unforgettable journey into the authentic heart of Modena's culinary heritage. This is not a mass tourism experience, but a genuine encounter with the people and places that have preserved these traditions for generations. Your day begins at our family-run Acetaia, where you'll discover the secrets of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP. Then, step inside a local Parmigiano Reggiano dairy to witness the early-morning craftsmanship behind one of Italy's greatest cheeses. The journey continues at an authentic Prosciutto di Modena producer before ending with a generous lunch inside the prosciutto factory. There are no crowds, no tourist shows, and no rushed schedule—just authentic places, passionate local producers, and a small-group experience designed for curious travelers who value authenticity over crowds and meaningful experiences over tourist attractions.

Get an insider’s introduction to two of Italy’s most iconic automobile makers during this two-for-one, private combo tour to the Lamborghini and Ferrari museums. Tours include a tasty, all-inclusive lunch, door-to-door private transportation, admission tickets to both sights, and a visit to the Ferrari racetrack and factory for a peek behind the scenes.

Modena is one of northern Italy's most rewarding cities to explore, and this self-guided tour lets you see it all at your own pace without a fixed schedule to follow. Access an audio and written guide directly on your own device, compiled by a local who knows the city inside and out.

Design your own recipe and try it out with this culinary experience. First, you'll pick out three to five local ingredients at an area market. Then you'll take them to the home of your host to learn how to cook the Cessarina way, developing your own recipe. Then comes time to eat and sample local wines before calling it a day.

Discover Modena on a full-day small-group food and motor tour. Meet at 8:30 am at Modena Central Station and explore the region’s iconic culinary and automotive heritage through family-run producers and world-famous museums. Choose between two itineraries: Balsamic & Lamborghini: Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy with tasting, then explore the Lamborghini Museum with included admission at your own pace. Continue to a family-run Acetaia to learn about traditional balsamic vinegar and enjoy a buffet lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena independently. Wine & Ferrari: Start at a Parmigiano Reggiano producer, then visit a winery for a guided tasting of 6 regional wines. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant and finish with a self-guided visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello. Ideal for food lovers and motor enthusiasts, this tour combines authentic flavors, iconic brands, and a personalized small-group experience.

Reggio Emilia is known for being one of the gastronomic capitals of the Emilia Romagna region and this tour helps you find out why. Beat the crowds and travel with a private driver between foodie hotspots to meet local producers and taste a variety of tasty bites—including Parmigiano Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, and local wine.

A journey to discover secrets and most authentic flavors of our land. We will start from the King of Cheeses, the Parmigiano Reggiano, visiting a family-run farm, where this excellence was born ten hundred years ago and it is still made with the same ingredients and techniques. It is a result of hand-made experience of one man: the “casaro” (the cheese maker) who creates the “wheel” of Parmigiano Reggiano, in a full-artisanal way. We will continue our gourmet experience visiting one of the best producers of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia. Here, we will discover the secrets beyond this unique and sophisticated product. At the end of both visits you'll taste both products. At the end, tasting lunch in a local restaurant or agritourism based on typical products.

Savoring the excellence of the Emilian wine tradition in the place where the legendary Lambrusco wines that have made the history of the enology of this region are born is possible at Tenuta Cialdini, owned by the Chiarli family for over 140 years, the hub of many initiatives, including charitable ones. of the territory and tourist destination of hundreds of wine lovers from all over the world every month. The estate also includes a beautiful nineteenth-century villa, its beautiful stables carefully restored and entirely dedicated to hospitality, a large park bordering the vineyards and a small shop where you can buy the wines produced and distributed by the company. The visit begins in the vineyards that embrace all the buildings that make up the company in a single plot, followed by a visit to the winery and production facilities with an explanation of the various stages of winemaking, and finally the tasting of 4 labels from the Cleto Chiarli line .

The king of cheeses, Parmigiano Reggiano is one of Italy’s most famous gourmet delicacies. Get an inside look at how this iconic cheese is produced with this in-depth farm tour and tasting in the countryside near Modena. Visit the cow barns, watch how the cheese is made each morning, and see where the great wheels are aged. Then relax over a cheese tasting paired with local Lambrusco wine and cold cuts.

Explore the heart of the Apennines National Park on this full-day small-group experience combining food, history, nature, and authentic farm life. Begin with visits to Parmigiano Reggiano and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar producers, discovering the craftsmanship behind Emilia-Romagna’s most iconic flavors. Continue to Canossa Castle to learn about the story of Queen Matilde, then enjoy a scenic drive through the Apennines to a mountain farm, where you’ll savor a farm-to-table lunch made with organic, local ingredients. After lunch, enjoy a relaxed walk through forests, meet free-range animals, and explore a historic chestnut orchard with the farm owner. The day ends at Pietra di Bismantova, a dramatic rock formation mentioned by Dante Alighieri. Choose to take an easy 30-minute hike to the top for panoramic views or relax at the base. A moderate fitness level and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Make three fresh pasta dishes by hand during this private cooking class in the city of Modena. You’ll skip the impersonal feel of a larger class, and rustle up a meal in the home of a Modena local, who is part of the Cesarine network of Italy’s home cooks. Cut and eat the pasta as you learn about the Modena in an authentic Italian home kitchen.

This 8-hour itinerary includes visits to the Stanguellini Museum, the Pavarotti House, and the Horacio Pagani Museum, along with a guided tour of a balsamic vinegar production facility featuring a tasting session. You'll also enjoy a walking tour of Vignola and a complimentary lunch highlighting local cuisine. We’ll start at the Stanguellini Museum to explore Italy’s oldest sports car manufacturer and its historic race cars. Then, we’ll visit Luciano Pavarotti's former home, showcasing memorabilia from the legendary tenor. After a scenic drive to Vignola, we'll witness the traditional crafting of Modena’s balsamic vinegar, savoring its rich flavors. Lunch will feature authentic Modenese delights like tigelle, gnocco fritto, and Torta Barozzi, a decadent chocolate and coffee cake. We'll stroll through Vignola’s charming streets before concluding our day at the Horacio Pagani Museum, where you'll discover the artistry behind these exclusive hypercars with a self-guided tour.

This experience is made unique thanks to the familiar and welcoming environment. You will find yourself in contact with the hostess, in the green of the Emilian countryside, immersed in an oasis of peace and pampered by tradition. In addition, in addition to learning how to make pasta, you will also visit the vinegar cellar of the Malagoli Daniele family and taste their balsamic vinegars. Finally, you will taste your creations while indulging in a pleasant moment in serenity.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

There’s no better souvenir to bring home from Italy than the art of home-cooked Italian food. Join a local host in her Modena kitchen and learn how to prepare two different kinds of pasta from scratch on this small-group cooking class, which wraps up with assembling tiramisu. Warm up with a classic aperitivo, then, once you’ve hand-rolled your pasta and prepared your dishes, enjoy them with water, wine, and coffee.

Our experience is unique because it combines nature, tradition and authenticity: you will cycle through wonderful vineyards and hills, visit a family winery far from the tourist circuits and taste 6 selected Lambruschi that truly tell the story of the territory. An intimate, genuine tour designed for those who want to experience Emilia as a local.

Immerse yourself in one of the most authentic Modena's traditions, where the art of Balsamic Vinegar unfolds through the tales of our family and the secrets of century-old recipes.

Join a hands-on, small-group pasta-making class in Modena, where you’ll dive into the rich flavors and timeless techniques of Italian cuisine. With the help of a local chef, master the techniques for creating ricotta tortelloni and tagliatelle from scratch, enjoy Italian antipasto (appetizers), make a traditional dessert, and sample fine wines. After your cooking session, enjoy the home-cooked meal you helped create.

Live a day in one of the most famous wineries in the world immersed in an oasis of greenery. Program 8.30 am pick up at the hotel in bologna 9.45 am Arrival at the winery 10:00 am private guided tour of the company 11:00 Wine tasting and visit to the wine shop 12:15 pm Visit of the second cellar 13:00 Lunch in the cellar or local restaurant 2.30 pm Drop off at the Hotel in Bologna

Visit the lovely town of Modena with a local and discover why its food and specialties are so famous throughout the world. We will start with a typical breakfast then we will walk towards the local historic market where we will be able to taste different types of local cheeses and cured meats (including the famous Parmigiano Reggiano and our "ciccioli"). We will then accompany you to taste our traditional Balsamic Vinegar and we will finish our tour with a delicious homemade ice cream. Your host will tell you anecdotes and traditions of the city and will accompany you to discover all the culinary secrets of this beautiful Emilian town.