Parma Food Tour Taste Parmigiano Parma Ham and Local Delicacies

Visiting Parma means immersing yourself in Italy's Food Valley, renowned for Parmigiano and Parma Ham. This 2-hour food experience takes you through the city’s vibrant areas, with stops at a gourmet shop, sandwich shop, deli, and artisanal gelato shop. Sample 7 different tastings of the region's culinary specialties while gaining insights into local traditions and lifestyle. Uncover all the secrets of the King of Cheeses and learn how to fully appreciate it through sensory analysis, under the guidance of a certified Parmigiano Taster. Avoid the tourist spots, eat where the locals eat, and discover everything about the local specialties. Savor the rich flavors of traditional cured meats such as Parma Ham, Culatello of Zibello, Culaccia, Coppa and Salame Felino, paired with exquisite local wines. Learn about the originis, characteristics and uses of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar from a Master Taster. Leave with a deeper appreciation of Parma and insider tips from your knowledgeable guide.

Inclusions and Exclusions

Know Before You Go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Not available for vegetarians and vegans
• There are no gluten-free options available for fresh bread and traditional savory pie
• A moderate amount of walking is involved (2 km)
• On Sundays, 3 stops will be made instead of 4 but the number and type of tastings will remain unchanged
• A minimum number of 4 adult participants is required for the service to be activated
• The experience is free of charge for children aged 0 to 4, as it does not include tastings
• For the tour departing at 10:00 AM, artisanal gelato is replaced by specialty leavened pastry