EMILIA ROMAGNA – Italian Paths of flavors and delicacies

Acetaia Rossi Barattini

It is located in Formigine a little town closed to Modena in Emilia Romagna region. Main distances and places worth of visit: Maranello 5km – Modena 13km – Reggio Emilia 41km – Bologna 49km – Parma 68km

Inside the splendid 22-hectare estate, Lambrusco and black cherry grapes are produced. The production of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is part of the family’s history and the PDO product is now being tasted inside the premises of the rural village with a visit to the historic vinegar factory. In addition to the traditional PDO, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is also produced, again using its own grapes.

Simple tasting starting from Euro 6,00 per person (group minimum 25 people – driver and tour-leader free)

Light lunch starting from Euro 20,00 per person (group minimum 18-24 people)

The Farmers’ Coop. “Terre di Brisighella”

It is located in Brisighella an ancient medieval little village in Emilia Romagna region. Main distances and places worth of visit: Faenza 12km – Ravenna 52km – Bologna 68km – Rimini 83km – San Marino 85km The farmers’ co-op has been dealing for decades with the production and enhancement of the extra virgin olive oil of the Vallone del Lamone an area rich in history and culture. Each tasting is preceded by a brief explanatory introduction about the area of production of extra virgin olive oil produced in this particular area. During the olive harvest periods (from mid-October to the end of November) it is possible to visit the working mill, while during the other months it is possible to view a video that illustrates in detail the harvesting and processing.

Food and wines tours alternatives for group minimum 20 people:

– Simple tasting starting from € 3,00 per person

– Buffet snack or aperitif starting from € 9,00 per person

– Buffet lunch “Grantagliere” complete tasting starting from € 20,00 per person (possible to add a cereal and legume soup or a pasta for € 5,50 per person)

Recommended is the visit of the territory and the surrounding environment that originate these typical products

Do EAT better “Experience” – Bologna Traditional Food Tour

Directly in Bologna, capital of Emilia Romagna region, a lab for culinary excellence. Main distances and places worth of visit: Bologna city center – Modena 52km – Maranello 56km – Ferrara 48km – Ravenna 80km – Firenze 110km Food tour to taste old recipes in restaurants and food boutiques most loved by the locals. A Foody (food expert English guide) will tour around explaining each stage and the food therein. A friendly atmosphere discovering Bologna and its history through the classical dishes of Emilia Romagna regional tradition. At least 5 rich food stops and guaranteed tastings

From Monday to Saturday for about 3h30’ food tour starting from € 70,00 per person

Tenuta Santa Croce – Monteveglio

Located in Monteveglio in Emilia Romagna region. The enchanting fortified village of Monteveglio, once the most important and impregnable Matildea stronghold in the area. Main distances and places worth of visit: Bologna 29km – Modena 30km – Maranello 33km – Ferrara 75km – Parma 96kmTenuta Santa Croce is one of the most important wine prducers in the area of “Colli Bolognesi” of about 60-hectare, 30 of which are dedicated to the cultivation of grapes. Tenuta Santa Croce offers the possibility to visit the estate including the vineyards and the production plant. At the end of the tour, a guided tasting of a selection of local wines will be offered. The history of the winery, the characteristics of the local wines, the production processes and the aging methods will be told. Depending on the number of participants, the tour lasts about 90 minutes.

Basic tasting for group 6/30 pax starting from Euro 11,00 per person