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Food Culture Walking Tour in Parma City Center

Francisco - Food Journalist

Our local for this tour

Francisco - Food Journalist

The aim of my tour is to provide you useful information in order you can enjoy Parma from a culinary point of view. That's why I make the tour before lunch. Buon appetito 🤤

Experience details

  • Destination

    Parma

  • Category

    Food tours

  • Duration

    2 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Español • Italiano

  • What's included

Here’s an overview of your tour

In this walking tour I will explain you how the past, the present and the future of Parma links to its rich and unique food culture. In this tour we are going to walk around the elegant historic center and the main goal is to build together the famous Parmigian Menu. During this culinary journey we are going to stop in several places in which you are completely free If you want to buy something, taste something new or ask any question about the daily life in Parma and the main characters of its fascinating local economy based in what Is known as the "Dolce Vita".

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Piazza Garibaldi
  • Meeting Point

    Garibaldi Square, next to the only statue. I will be wearing a yellow jacket.
  • Antica Salumeria Rastelli

    In this place a share a first glance about the local food production such as Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto, Aceto Balsamico and local wines
  • Duomo and Battisterio

    Medieval Square, in which you can admire these one thousand year old buildings.
  • Panificio Castagnoli

    In this place we are going to know more about the way the locals eat piazza.
  • Violetta di Parma

    We visit this old Parmigian shop in which you will find all the products done with the famous Violets of Parma such as parfums, candles are sweet caramels. Perfect place If your are looking for a souvenir of the city
  • Enoteca Fontana

    In this place you can taste the morning time wine that it is always Malvasia (White) or Lambrusco ( Red).
  • Cremeria

    This is the favorite place for people who love sweets recipes, or as we say in italian, "il dolce"
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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  • Francisco - Food Journalist

    Francisco

    Food Journalist

    Francisco
    4.9
    14 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español • Italiano

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
  • Included

    • Cancellation

      • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
      • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

    Reviews

    5.0
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      5.0

      Unmissable

      "Francisco was very passionate and knowledgeable about everything related to the food history and culture of Parma. He helped us gain amazing insights and context into the food culture in Parma. we v...

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      4.0

      Lovely tour in Parma

      "Francisco was awesome. So friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about Parma and all it has to offer. "

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      5.0

      Best tour we took in Italy

      "If you are looking for real information about food in the Parma region, you should take this tour. I can't recommend Francisco enough. He has studied in Parma, and is currently writing a book about ...

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