SLOW PARMA FOOD EXPERIENCE
Looking for an authentic experience, far from the major tourist flows, to discover the soul and traditions of the Italian Food Valley?
Come and discover Emilia Romagna and its food excellences, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Prosciutto di Parma at a slow pace, relying on the professionalism of a local and experienced private guide dedicated to you and your friends or family.
Choosing Slow Parma Food Experience, you will be able to visit an authentic Parmigiano Reggiano cheese dairy and follow the whole production chain, from the feeding of milking cows to the aging of the cheese wheels in the foodies heaven, the astounding Parmigiano Reggiano warehouse.
You will closely watch the cheese master’s experienced hands during the breaking of the curd and his deft movements during the lifting of the cheese out of the kettle. After that we will visit the resting, salting and ageing rooms of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese with their overwhelming aromas. The visit will end with a delightful tasting, a real pleasure for the senses!
At the end of the visit we will head to the hills of Parma to visit one of the plants where the inimitable Prosciutto di Parma is produced. We will stop on the way at the foot of the mediaeval Castle of Torrechiara to take some pictures.
The tour will end with a lunch of typical Parma delicacies: a selection of cured meats, fresh home made pasta, traditional cakes and wine from the Parma hills region.
Come and discover what is hidden behind the goodness of the King of Italian cheeses and Prosciutto di Parma.
We are waiting for you to live a truly unforgettable experience!
Departure: suggested time 7.50 am; private tours can start at whatever time requested*
Duration: 7 h
This is the duration of the guided service from guide pick-up to guide drop-off.
Inclusions
- Professional local guide
- Admission fees
- Tasting of 12, 24, 30 and 36 months old Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and fresh ricotta cheese
- Lunch with drinks (a selection of cured meat products, such as Prosciutto di Parma, coppa, pancetta and salame; 2 different types of fresh home made pasta; a choice of traditional cakes and coffee; Parma Hills DOC wine and water)
- Option 1 includes Transportation
Exclusions
- Option 2 does not include Transportation
You must provide your own transport and follow the guide in a separate car.
Know Before You Book
- Dogs are not allowed inside the facilities
- The Prosciutto production process is a weekly cycle (Mon-Fri). Sometimes we see the salting, at times the washing and other times the grooming. During the visit, when on Saturday or Sunday, one can see all the rooms used for the production process
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes without high heels
Meeting Point
- Credito Emiliano in Via 25 Luglio 29/E 42049 Calerno Provincia di Reggio Emilia Italia
Hotel pick-up and drop-off is included in the “Price including transportation” option (Option 1). When Travelers select the “Self-Drive Price” option (Option 2), we’ll see them at the Departure Point, they must provide their own transport and follow the guide in a separate car.
*Suggested pick-up time: 7.30 am when in Parma; 7.15 am when in Modena; 7.00 am when in Bologna.