From Parma to Piacenza and Reggio Emilia, Visit Emilia has food and wine options for all tastes in their unique and eclectic offering. The many tours and visits from the operators of the Food & Wine, Culture & Castles and Terme & Outdoor networks, underscore that Emilia is not just a land to be visited but one to be lived.
The art of making wine
In an area with 147 PDO wine cellars, food and wine enthusiasts can partake in unforgettable and multisensory experiences. On the Guardasone hill in Taversetolo (PR), the Cerioli family opens its doors to those who wish to discover sustainable production methods in their underground cellar, take a guided trek in the vineyards and enjoy tastings on the panoramic terrace overlooking the vineyards. https://oinoevini.it/azienda/
Wine Cellar Oinoe - Credits Visit Emilia
Organic wines and balsamic vinegar
Organic wines are the signature product of Tenuta Venturini Baldini, on 132 hectares of vineyards in Reggio’s hills. Here you can experience local traditions, walking among the vineyards and the surrounding woodlands. The experience continues at the estate, with the history of the Villa Manodori Relais, its lemon house and the ancient vinegar factory that has produced the prestigious Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia since 1670. https://venturinibaldini.it
Craft beer tours
There is also a unique experience for lovers of craft beers at the Birrificio del Ducato di Soragna. Here you can observe and learn about the steps that go into making these specialized beers before finishing with an extraordinary tasting. These run from March to October 2022, from 2.00pm to 6.00pm, one Saturday afternoon a month. https://www.birrificiodelducato.it
The gastronomy of Italy’s Food Valley with Parmigiano Reggiano
Emilia is the Land of Slow Mix and Italy’s most spectacular Food Valley: a place for lovers of fine food and genuine, quality products. Why not take a journey to discover the origins of the great food traditions of Parma. Take the Food and Stone trail, going off the beaten track to learn all about and enjoy this splendid city, its historical architecture and the roots of its local foods.
Parmigiano Reggiano, the king of cheeses
Not far away from Parma, in Collecchio (PR) you can find the kingdom of Parmigiano Reggiano. The king of cheeses reveals all at the Montecoppe Dairy, where visitors can closely observe the processing of the milk and learn about the different types of production. https://www.montecoppe.it Another delightful Parmigiano Reggiano experience is Cheese & Love in Torrechiara with a visit to the dairy and a tour of the wonderful Castle of Torrechiara (PR). Daily from 10.30 to 15.30. https://www.parmacityofgastronomy.it/tours/cheese-and-love/
