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ITALY YOUR WAY
CULINARY TOUR OF ITALY
Five day tours begin every Monday - pick your own date!
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Parma… Italy ... A Culinary Jewel
Where your heart lifts
with every approach,
every step,
every measured glance.
  
Parma has the undisputed reputation of being the culinary jewel in northern Italy. As the best of both worlds, Parma offers fortunate travelers captivating culinary as well as cultural experiences. World famous for its Prosciutto di Parma ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Parma also abounds with charm, elegance and a breathtaking display of renowned art. This culinary jewel unveils into a distinct cultural world, one when nearly every street, every turn down another cobblestone path is met by enticing storefronts and enchanting architecture. Parma is famous for its love of the opera, and its Teatro Regio is one of the most magnificent opera houses in all of Italy. And all of this only whets your appetite for the food, the amazing delights of the palette found only in this charming land. |
Emila-Romagna… Italy … At Its Finest
A place where time is honored
and days celebrated,
where life is anew with each sunrise,
and gently calms with the setting sun.
  
One of the most amazing culinary destinations in all of Italy is found in a special region known as Emilia-Romagna. Celebrated as the “breadbasket of Italy,” this incredible treasure trove is as rich in culinary pleasures as it is in quaint medieval villages brimming with history and old-world charm. Just north of Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna unfolds into an enchanting landscape, from the fertile farmlands of Emilia to the earthy terrain of Romagna. The tempting cuisine is endless, and a walk down almost any picturesque street throughout Emilia-Romagna unveils a proud culinary heritage. You’ll enjoy delights such as Prosciutto di Parma ham, outstanding Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, extraordinary Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale, homemade pastas, delectable sauces, supreme mushrooms, fresh sausages, savory meat and game, scrumptious desserts, and, of course. |
PARMA CULINARY EXPERIENCE ITINERARY… An exceptional cooking and cultural adventure
5 Days, 4 Nights:
Monday - Day 1:
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Arrival at Parma train station (*or if flying, separate arrangements can be scheduled). Private transport to the regal PALAZZO DALLA ROSA PRATI adjacent to the historic Piazza Duomo.
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Receive detailed Orientation Package upon arrival (including itinerary, walking map of Parma, list of suggested restaurants, food shops and other interesting stores, such as antiques, pottery, jewelry, kitchen items, and more).
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Invitation to a Welcome Dinner that evening at Ristorante La Filoma, walking distance from the Palazzo Dalla Rosa Prati
during which time the escort/translator will review the
itinerary along with providing recipes and preparation
instructions.
Tuesday - Day 2:
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Italian breakfast in regal hotel room.
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Your driver and escort/translator will pick up to visit a famous Prosciutto/Culatello producer located in the picturesque countryside outside of Parma, where you will enjoy a full tasting of selected cold cuts, Parmesan Cheese, and local wine.
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Next, you will be transported to the Chef’s farmhouse for your first cooking lesson.
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1st Cooking Lesson takes place in Chef Alessandra Vignali‘s farmhouse located near the above Prosciutto/Culatello producer (using such wholesome ingredients as fresh herbs from her garden, fresh eggs from the hen house, and fresh cream.)
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Late lunch follows at the farmhouse.
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Return to the hotel for a comfortable Italian style afternoon rest.
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Evening and dinner at your leisure. Time to discover some of Parma’s elegant shops and wonderful restaurants.
Wednesday - Day 3:
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Italian breakfast in regal hotel room.
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Your driver and escort/translator will pick up to visit a renowned Parmigiano-Reggiano producer located in an adjacent lovely Parma countryside. Enjoy a cheese sampling in the factory store, along with an opportunity to purchase this wonderful product as well as such other delights as Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale.
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You will be returned to Parma for a two-hour walking tour of intriguing local food shops and open food market with escort/translator. Selected items will be purchased for the upcoming 2nd cooking lesson.
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Lunch and free time ensues. Historic tours can be arranged. Or, enjoy another comfortable Italian style afternoon rest.
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2nd Cooking Lesson begins at 5:00 p.m. with Chef Alessandra Vignali in her private Parma villa.
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Dinner with wine follows in Chef Alessandra’s elegant residence.
Thursday - Day 4:
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Italian breakfast in regal hotel room.
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In the morning you will be taken on a two-hour Parma walking tour of celebrated historical sights with escort/translator.
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Lunch and free time ensues. Historic tours can be arranged. Or, enjoy another comfortable Italian style afternoon rest.
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4:30 p.m. Your driver and escort/translator will take you to the 3rd Cooking Lesson – an old villa restaurant 15 Kilometres outside of Parma called Villa S. Giuseppe. Lesson begins at 5 p.m. with skilled restaurant chef.. Thereafter, you will tour the villa’s wine, ham and cheese ageing cellar, along with viewing its old-style guestrooms.
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Farewell Dinner at the Villa S. Giuseppe’s restaurant featuring the food that was prepared during the cooking lesson.
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Return to the hotel.
Friday - Day 5:
2007 Price Per Person (does not include air) - Rate per person based on double occupancy: US $2,875
Minimum of 4 people; Maximum of 8 people;
Optional: Private 2-Person Culinary Experience - A very special 5 day, 4 night culinary experience can be arranged for just two people. Rate per person based on double occupancy: US $4,250
*Airport Transportation: If you are arriving and departing by air, special arrangements can be made to pick you up and return you at an additional cost. |
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