PROGRAMME:
DEPARTURE
Meet your guide at 9:30 a.m. in Viale Paolo Toschi, 2, Parma (in front of Caffetteria Toschi) and board the TastyBus
FIRST STOP: PARMIGIANO REGGIANO
- Visit a Parmigiano Reggiano production facility and discover every stage of the delicate natural process that leads to the birth of the king of cheeses
- Walk through the fragrant maturing rooms among over 5000 wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano
- Taste flakes of different ages and savour how its qualities improve over time
SECOND STOP: PARMA HAM
- Drive through the beautiful Parma countryside where the ‘sea wind’ blows and enter a delicatessen where Prosciutto di Parma is made
- Follow the journey of Parma Ham, from the selection of the meat to the curing process, learning its every secret
- Savour the unique sweetness of Parma Ham and other local cured meat
LIGHT LUNCH
- A good old trattoria is a must-stop for all foodies. In this traditional and cozy restaurant, try the best Parma cuisine can offer, matched with a nice glass of local wine. Your menu includes starters, tortelli d’erbetta (homemade pasta filled with ricotta cheese and spinach), seasonal dessert, a glass of Lambrusco wine, water, coffee
The menu could vary according to the season. Should you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, please inform us at the time of booking and an alternative menu will be suggested.
TRADITIONAL BALSAMIC VINEGAR
- Enter a 300-years-old mansion and smell the unique scent of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar. Listen to the story of a family that considers vinegar its most precious gift in life
- Admire barrels filled with black gold, aged up to 25 years
- Savour balsamic vinegar of different ages and discover unusual (and incredibly yummy!) recipes combining it with meat tartare, seafood and desserts
RETURN
Return to viale Toschi, Parma, at 5:00 pm