Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory tour and tasting in Reggio Emilia
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Take a tour around one of the tastiest cheese factories in Italy. Parmigiano Reggiano is known all around the world for its signature flavour and is a highly prized ingredient in many Italian dishes. Your trip will include a behind the scenes look at the cheese producing process, from feeding the cows to tasting the final product!Visits:1) COWSHED: Here we will see where cows are bred and milked, and have the opportunity to cuddle the newborn calves2) CHEESE FACTORY: We will visit the cheese factory and watch the whole Parmigiano Reggiano making process: from the milk process, the curd cooking and the cheese shape making, up to the salting and seasoning process. Then we will visit the huge “caveau” where thousands of cheese shapes are laid in long rows in the silent seasoning room, enjoying the intense scent of this unique cheese!Claudio comes from a family of Parmigiano producers – making him the best possible host and guide to have throughout the tour around the factory! Learn the history of producing one of Italy's most famous cheeses, as you enjoy delicious slices of various types of Parmigiano and more after your tour!
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Available in English, ItalianImportant information
* The tour includes three different stops, so it is recommended to drive to the venue with your own car
* Transfer to and from the train station is available upon request if arranged with the host immediately after booking. To ensure a smooth pickup experience, please contact the host via WhatsApp immediately after making your booking. This way, he can arrange to pick up the guests from the station. Without this confirmation, he won’t be able to provide the pickup service, and last-minute requests won’t be possible. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation
* The experience is available only for children aged 10 and above