Discover Italy’s gastronomic capital with visits to local producers and a hands-on cooking lesson in Modena
Known as La Grassa - 'the fat one' - Bologna is Italy's
gastronomic capital and renowned for its hearty homemade pastas,
meaty ragùs and myrtle-spiced mortadella sausage.
This gourmet adventure includes a mouthwatering foodie tour of
Bologna, where you'll have the chance to learn about this beautiful
city through its fascinating gastronomic history and taste some of
its world-famous dishes on a special guided tour.
But the tasty experiences don't stop there. You'll get the
chance to sample some of the wider region's delicacies too, with a
visit to a local Parmesan factory, a Balsamic vineyard, and a
family-run Parma ham producer. And, of course, all of these visits
include a chance to taste these delectable products for
yourself.
As well as Bologna you'll also spend time in pretty Modena,
where you can spend your free time discovering the city's history
and culture, from the grand Duomo, to Ferrari and Lamborghini
museums and the former home of opera legend Luciano Pavarotti,
where you can see memorabilia, including letters, photos, and
costumes.
A highlight of your time in Modena will be a very special
cooking lesson with a welcoming local host, who'll show you how to
make the most of the flavoursome local produce to create fantastic
Italian dishes at home.
In both Bologna and Modena you'll be staying in stylish,
centrally located hotels that will allow you to make the most of
your free time, putting you in prime position to explore the city's
many historical monuments in each city.
