Top Modena Dining Experiences

Hi, I'm Giorgio, welcome to our ancient family vinegar factory. Together with my father Mario, President of the Consortium of Producers "Antiche Acetaie" and President of the Association of ABTM D.O.P. I share the passion for ABTM in all its facets, from production to the disclosure of its secrets. In the acetaia we will show you numerous batteries including the one started by my great-grandfather Mario in 1905 still in production. We will also talk about other important batteries for my family such as those started by my grandfather Giorgio in the early 1950s in honor of the birth of his children. Thanks to our great passion for ABTM we have decided to open the doors of our house and welcome you to this magical world. See you in Modena!

We will accompany you to discover "the black gold of Modena" and where, solely from the milk of our cows, the most famous cheese in the world is produced, his majesty Parmigiano Reggiano. If all this is not enough for you, you will be accompanied on comfortable e-bikes, thus savoring the beauty of the area and being told stories and anecdotes of our places. A unique possibility therefore to discover the beautiful Modena hills and taste two of the most famous DOP products in the world: Parmesan and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. A route suitable for everyone aboard brand new e-bikes and accompanied by an expert guide.

There’s no better souvenir to bring home from Italy than the art of home-cooked Italian food. Join a local host in her Modena kitchen and learn how to prepare two different kinds of pasta from scratch on this small-group cooking class, which wraps up with assembling tiramisu. Warm up with a classic aperitivo, then, once you’ve hand-rolled your pasta and prepared your dishes, enjoy them with water, wine, and coffee.

This tour is the most exclusive expereince of ours! It is held inside the medieval Prison Tower that hosts the most antique barrels of our family. This location is really unique, it still preserves the signs of the prison times and it is situated in the very heart of the picturesque village of Castelvetro di Modena, overlookng the endless hills of Modena. First, you'll be guided into the three floors of the tower (a real production site, not a museum!) to discover the history and the production method of the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. In conclusion, you will get a chance to taste 5 most exclusive products of ours: 10, 20, 40, 60 and 100 years of aging! This tour is the best option for the real connoisseurs, who appreciate and look for the most authentic experience. The tour will be held exclusively for your group and will end with an extra gastronomic favor, that will surely amaze your palate.

Modena sits in the heart of Emilia Romagna's 'Food Valley', the birthplace of some of Italy's blockbuster gourmet specialties. Sample the most famous in just a few hours with this insider food tour. Stop to taste Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, authentic balsamic vinegar, traditional Lambrusco wine, and other local treats at family-run food and wine shops in Modena's old town and learn about the area's iconic cuisine and the families behind it.

Explore the delicious and acidic world of balsamic vinegar with a local expert during this short, private tasting and food pairing experience in Vignola. In a loft, see how this vinegar, known the world over, is made and learn about the aging process and tasting notes. In the tasting room, sample balsamic vinegar and Saba made with grape juice paired with classic Italian cheeses, breads, ham, and fruit.

A two-hour private tour to discover Modena: a city famous for its historic center with Unesco sites, its gastronomy, its cars, and for the friendliness of its inhabitants. Pleasant in every season, Modena offers the visitors extraordinary beauties, all concentrated in its gracious historic centre, which tell the story of the splendor of a city for a long time the capital of a duchy, the one of the Lords of Este, who resided there since 1598. Unesco has recognized the universal value of its treasures by declaring the Cathedral, Piazza Grande and the Ghirlandina Tower a World Heritage Site. Discover these great architectural beauties with our certified tour guide.

Wine-tasting in Italy is almost a traveler’s rite of passage, but few tours explore the equally rich traditions of vinegar production. With this tour, visit one of Modena’s oldest traditional balsamic vinegar producers, touring the vineyards and seeing all the stages of production from the pressing of grapes to the barrel aging. The tour includes plenty of vinegar samples, regional food tastings, and a bottle of wine produced on-site.

Go off the beaten path and try something new with this traditional home cooking experience in Modena. Travel to the home of a local chef who has chosen an array of foods for you to learn how to prepare. From a special Italian appetizer to a tortellini entree, walk away from this experience with the skills to cook for your friends and family when you return home. Plus during this experience, after your cooking session, enjoy the home-cooked meal you helped create.

Make three fresh pasta dishes by hand during this private cooking class in the city of Modena. You’ll skip the impersonal feel of a larger class, and rustle up a meal in the home of a Modena local, who is part of the Cesarine network of Italy’s home cooks. Cut and eat the pasta as you learn about the Modena in an authentic Italian home kitchen.

Indulge in a culinary experience the foodie town of Modena during this half-day dining, hands-on and cooking course that lets you connect with local food traditions and people. Enjoy a four-course meal and locally produced wines and coffee in a private residence and learn to make authentic, regional recipes including a starter, pasta and dessert.

Balsamic Vinegar is one of the most prestigious gourmet specialties from Emilia-Romagna. Delve into its history and production with this private tour and tasting at a historic villa in the countryside near Reggio Emilia. Connect with a family of balsamic vinegar producers and learn how this unique vinegar is produced over decades in their traditional “acetaia” (vinegar cellar), then sample a number of different aged vinegars with your hosts.

A fantastic experience in the heart of the Food Valley. The perfect place to visit for anyone who wants to discover the millenary history and tradition of the famous "Black Gold" of Modena Guided tour + tasting Please note: The vinegar factory visited may vary according to availability.

In the heart of the Food & Motor Valley, a few kilometers from Maranello, there is a tasty experience which takes place: an exclusive Balsamic Vinegar Tasting Experience combined with a cooking class. Enjoy this full-immersion experience combining two different activities: a guided tour of a local Acetaia with tasting and , then, a cooking class. The first part of the experience will be dedicated into the history and the millenary tradition of the famous “Black Gold” of Modena. An expert guide will welcome you and show you the techniques and the secrets of this valuable product. During the second and final part of the experience, you will join a cooking class. A real opportunity to learn how to prepare real Italian hand-made pasta. At the end of the class you will taste the result of your efforts. The experience includes a guided tour of the Acetaia with a tasting of different Balsamic Vinegar, cooking class with lunch or dinner.

This private Modena cooking class and market tour gives you an inside look at everyday life in a vibrant Italian city. After picking up fresh ingredients from the market alongside your guide, head to a local home to prepare three regional dishes side-by-side with your private teacher. Sip regional wines as you enjoy your lunch or dinner.

"Acetaia la Vedetta" is immersed in the famous hills of Castelvetro, 6 km from Maranello and 18 from Modena. Let's start with our vineyards which are the basis for obtaining the quality raw material, then we explain all the phases to obtain the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar Dop, of Modena Igp and Balsamic Condiments telling our story. To conclude, there will be a pleasure to taste it both naturally and with a combination of Food, Parmesan 24 months with Dop Vinegar, bruschetta with caramelized onions with igp vinegar, and savoring a good glass of wine. We believe the union between Nature and Man is important and our company is based on this.

As producers of Lambrusco and Balsamic Vinegar we offer you an authentic experience in contact with the Reggiano territory. The rows that make up the heart of the Venturini Baldini farm stretch out on the soft slopes of the Roncolo estate. The grapes grown here have been living here for decades following the strict dictates of the organic regime, which the company has adopted since 2002, the first reality to have reached this milestone in Emilia Romagna.

The cooking class at the Vedetta will allow you to discover and taste the typical Modenese pasta and also one of the most common traditions in the province of Modena that has been handed down from generation to generation, balsamic vinegar.

Despite being a new vinegar factory, its position nestled in the hills of Castelvetro di Modena, the best for the cultivation of Trebbiano Modenese, used in the production of balsamic vinegar, will allow you to fully experience the production process of balsamic vinegar.

Enjoy a day to visit Modena one of the most beautiful cities in northern Italy. Discover the Unesco beauties of the heart of Modena and its anecdotes Visit the Modena Cathedral and the historical palace Discover the historic Albinelli market with its perfumes Visit a historic Acetaia in Modena Enjoy a tasting lunch with paired wines

Get more out of limited time in Reggio Emilia by taking time out to learn how to cook authentic Italian cuisine. A peaceful alternative to shared group cooking experiences—this private class is just for your personal group. During the lesson, your teacher shows you how to make three authentic local recipes, which you can then savor at the end of the class.

In the heart of the Food & Motor Valley, a few kilometers from Maranello (Modena), there is a special experience which takes place: an exclusive Balsamic Vinegar Tasting Experience with typical lunch. Enjoy a 1.5-hour full-immersion experience discovering the history and the millenary tradition of the famous “Black Gold” of Modena. During this tasty journey an expert guide will welcome you and show you the techniques and the secrets of this valuable product. At the end of this exciting learning experience you will taste a typical lunch with regional products. The lunch includes a welcome aperitif with a selection of cold cuts & cheeses, first course hand-made pasta with sauces, second course meat with balsamic vinegar, dessert and coffee. Don’t miss the chance to join a journey throughout the Balsamic Vinegar world discovering some hidden secrets behind this valuable product as well as the particularity of those Italian excellencies.

Through a visit to two local producers you will live a truly unique experience! In the Acetaia you will discover customs, anecdotes, traditions and production processes linked to Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, while in the Cellar the ancient ancestral method referring to wines produced by hand and respecting the highest quality! The Acetaia is located in the ancient country farmhouse, immersed in the greenery of the plain, while the cellar is on the hills of Modena and thanks to the special position, you can enjoy an exciting view! Two familiar and welcoming places where you will live a unique and extremely authentic experience! This experience is absolutely perfect for young couples, groups of friends and families! Infants, children and teenagers can participate, but only children at least 18 years of age or children at least 16 years of age but with explicit parental permission will be able to taste the wine. In the cellar you will visit the vineyard. Comfortable clothing is recommended!