Explore the iconic culinary landscape of Northern Italy, a bounty of beautiful and creative cuisine.
Step into Bologna’s rich culinary tradition on a food tour that celebrates regional specialties and historic flavors. This journey through the city’s iconic tastes reveals the heart of Italian gastronomy.
Begin with a traditional sweet welcome before visiting one of Bologna’s oldest salumerie to explore famous cured meats and pastas. Savor Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma and Mortadella di Bologna paired with local wine inside the world’s oldest osteria. Enjoy handmade pasta at a local trattoria, stroll through the Quadrilatero market tasting aged balsamic vinegars and finish with artisanal gelato. The tour ends with a secret dish to complete the experience. Book today to savor Bologna’s essential eats.
Alcohol may be enjoyed by those of legal drinking age.
Begin with a traditional welcoming sweet, followed by a visit to one of the oldest salumerie in Bologna to explore regional cured meats and learn about the city’s famous pastas.
Stop 2
Enjoy a tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, Mortadella di Bologna and other regional cold cuts inside the oldest osteria in the world, paired with a glass of local wine.
Stop 3
Savor a dish of freshly made handmade pasta at a local trattoria, served with wine. Then, stroll through Bologna’s historic Quadrilatero market to taste aged balsamic vinegar from Modena — including 8, 12 and 25-year varieties.
Stop 4
End on a sweet note with a scoop of traditional artisanal gelato, considered one of the finest in the city.
Stop 5
As always, there’s a delicious Secret Dish to complete the experience.
Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.
Bologna has culinary magic to share, and Guide Charlie and their team are ready to lead you to the best of it. With a love for local history and epicurean delights, these expert tour guides will show you hidden treasures in eateries all around this beloved Italian city. History is everywhere you turn in Bologna, and these knowledgeable food tour guides will be there with cultural commentary along the way.
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.This experience is not refundable as it includes a meal kit.
Explore the iconic culinary landscape of Northern Italy, a bounty of beautiful and creative cuisine.
Step into Bologna’s rich culinary tradition on a food tour that celebrates regional specialties and historic flavors. This journey through the city’s iconic tastes reveals the heart of Italian gastronomy.
Begin with a traditional sweet welcome before visiting one of Bologna’s oldest salumerie to explore famous cured meats and pastas. Savor Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma and Mortadella di Bologna paired with local wine inside the world’s oldest osteria. Enjoy handmade pasta at a local trattoria, stroll through the Quadrilatero market tasting aged balsamic vinegars and finish with artisanal gelato. The tour ends with a secret dish to complete the experience. Book today to savor Bologna’s essential eats.
Alcohol may be enjoyed by those of legal drinking age.
Begin with a traditional welcoming sweet, followed by a visit to one of the oldest salumerie in Bologna to explore regional cured meats and learn about the city’s famous pastas.
Stop 2
Enjoy a tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, Mortadella di Bologna and other regional cold cuts inside the oldest osteria in the world, paired with a glass of local wine.
Stop 3
Savor a dish of freshly made handmade pasta at a local trattoria, served with wine. Then, stroll through Bologna’s historic Quadrilatero market to taste aged balsamic vinegar from Modena — including 8, 12 and 25-year varieties.
Stop 4
End on a sweet note with a scoop of traditional artisanal gelato, considered one of the finest in the city.
Stop 5
As always, there’s a delicious Secret Dish to complete the experience.
Please note that the served food & drinks can sometimes change due to seasonality. Also, food tour menus cannot be modified to adapt to most dietary restrictions.
Such a wonderful experience! Guide G. had so much knowledge about food and especially about everything concerning regional and local specialties! Very nice, super informative, thoroughly recommendable!!!
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