Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato
Description
Discover hidden gems and immerse yourself in the authentic rhythm of Bolognese life. This experience recreates classic outings with friends and family, offering over 15 tastings of the finest local food, wine, and 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar. We’ll begin with Tigella, a versatile and iconic pre-aperitivo, before exploring the central market and visiting traditional artisan shops. You’ll taste cold cuts including Mortadella, cheeses including Parmigiano Reggiano with 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar, and fresh breads, all paired with local wines at the city’s oldest osteria. Strolling through the historic center, you’ll enjoy two beloved homemade pastas, Tortellini and Tagliatelle, at a traditional Trattoria Bolognese, perfectly complemented by local wine. To conclude, we’ll visit the best gelateria in town for unforgettable artisanal gelato crafted since 1976. Eat, drink, and experience Bologna’s culinary traditions like a true local a journey you’ll remember long after the last bite!
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Itinerary
Meet the guide holding an orange umbrella at the Neptune Fountain.
Enjoy a classic pre-aperitivo snack and a versatile flatbread in a charming artisan shop with a deep local heritage. Here we’ll begin with a short introduction to the tour and to the rich culinary traditions of Emilia Romagna and Bologna. As we walk through the narrow streets of the centre, we’ll visit local shops, shop together like locals, and debunk some common myths about Italian cuisine, all while discovering parts of Bologna and answering your curiosities along the way
After shopping in three different local shops, we’ll enjoy samples of regional cold cuts, cheeses, and breads, paired with traditional wines in the Bologna’s oldest osteria, an exclusive spot where stepping inside feels like going back in time.
Indulge in two traditional homemade pasta dishes daily made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, paired with a local wine at a bolognese restaurant. Emilian combo, Tagliatelle con Ragu and Tortellini
End with the best artisanal gelato in a family run shop founded in 1976.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tastings may vary depending on the season
- Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions so we can advise if the experience is suitable for you.
Reviews(1,021)
Our tour guide Fabbri Valentina was an excellent guide. She was very knowledgeable and gave us an amazing tour. Highly recommend booking with her
We just finished up the best food tour with our amazing guide Valentina Fabbri. We visited the most amazing local food spots and learnt so much about traditional Bolognese cuisine. Would recommend to anyone visiting Bologna! A great way to start your trip to the city :)
We had a great food tour of Bologna with Valentina F. She was very knowledgeable and took us to many fantastic places.
Valentina F was a fantastic host. We had the best time. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. Bring an empty stomach!
We had valentina Fabbri as our guide, she was amazing and very accommodating. Food was amazing and gave us great recommendations for other places to visit! Highly recommend
Tour guide - Valentina F The tour was great, lots of food and knowledgeable host. Feels like we got our moneys worth
Valentina Fabbri was exceptional! On time, extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. She allowed great mix of walking, knowledge and respite. I would highly recommend her and the tour!
Valentina F was a great guide! Took us to the best spots she would personally eat at, not just your tourist spots! Great tour!
Diego is an amazing guide. Very friendly and knowledgeable of the area and local ingredients. He took time to talk to and make everyone feel welcome in our group. Learning about and tasting some local and region food was fun. I highly recommend.
Good overview if the town food and a bit of history. Plenty of food to fill your belly.
