Bologna Food Tour and Gastronomia Experience with Local Chef

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4 hours
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1 - 8 guests
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Discover Bologna's culinary heart with a local chef. Explore markets, savor regional delicacies like Parmigiano and Lambrusco, craft pasta, and enjoy authentic gelato on this gourmet adventure.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Ciao! I’m a local chef, licensed Gastronomy Guide, and proud Bologna resident. Featured in Forbes Magazine as a culinary expert, I’ve trained in some of Emilia Romagna’s best kitchens, including a Michelin-starred restaurant. Join me for an unforgettable taste of Bologna’s rich food heritage. We’ll start at Piazza Maggiore and explore the iconic Quadrilatero. I’ll share the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano, artisanal salumi, and mortadella while you enjoy torta from a historic bakery. You’ll taste Emilia’s finest—salumi, cheeses, breads, Pignoletto, Lambrusco, and 25-year-old Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale from Modena—at one of Europe’s oldest taverns. Next, I’ll share the story of pasta, and you’ll savor a classic pasta dish at a trattoria or salumeria. We’ll wander Bologna’s famous streets, discover hidden gems, and stop at a family-run bar for real Bolognese coffee. Finally, we’ll visit a beloved artisan gelato maker for some of the city’s best gelato. Let’s explore—one bite at a time!

What You Get

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Bologna Food Tour-salumi, cheese, pasta, pizza al taglio, gelato, vino, water, beverages
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Good To Know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

What You’ll Experience

1

Piazza Maggiore

Enjoy a walk through Piazza Maggiore and hear the interesting history of this beautiful architectural marvel.
10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Osteria Del Sole

You'll enjoy several salumi & condimenti, along with local wines of Emilia Romagna, Pignoletto and Lambrusco in a historical wine bar which dates back to 1465.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
3

Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell

After a sweet treat and a walk through Piazza Santo Stefano will will walk back past the Corte Isolani and stop at the Due Torri
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
4

Quadrilatero

Stroll through the markets with your chef and discuss the famous products of Emilia Romagna
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Piazza Santo Stefano

Walk through the Piazza Santo Stefano on the way to a sweet treat!
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
6

Piazza Maggiore

We will finish our tour here
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Piazza Maggiore, Bologna Città Metropolitana di Bologna Emilia-Romagna, Italy, IT, 40124

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We will end the tour at Cremeria Santo Stefano
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

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