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Food museums

An experience for all senses and tastes

The Food Museums turn 20.

In 20 years, as many as 306,317 visitors have flocked to the Food Museums to learn about the history, culture and traditions behind the products that have made Parma and its territory famous and contributed to the creation of the 'Food valley', now known throughout the world. It is no coincidence, in fact, that Parma has been awarded the title of "Creative City for Gastronomy" by Unesco.

The eight museums exhibit a total of 4,215 objects, each of which has a story just waiting to be heard. One of this year's great novelties, and closing the circuit, will be the opening of the Fragno Truffle Museum in the evocative underground rooms of the Calestano Town Hall in the autumn.

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Open dairies

15 and 16 April 2023: Caseifici Aperti returns!

A unique opportunity to discover the territory, see the birth of Parmigiano Reggiano, meet the cheesemakers and cheese factories, taste and discover all the biodiversity of this wonderful cheese!

Consult the list of participating dairies and the proposed initiatives, choose your favourite, get in touch to book your experience and remember to share your day with #parmigianoreggiano. We are waiting for you!

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Open vinegar cellars

Balsamic Days - 15/16 April 2023

Balsamic Days: events to discover the Reggio Emilia masterpiece.

The Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia PDO, with its millenary history, a lengthy production process made perfect by the passing of generations, from parent to child, rich in taste, extraordinary at the table... unique in the world... it will be the star of many events in its place of origin: Reggio Emilia.

PROGRAMME:
Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 April 2023: open vinegar lofts.
Saturday 15 April 2023 at 9:30: plenary lecture on Traditional Balsamic Vinegar PDO for high school students, at the Loris Malaguzzi international centre in Reggio Emilia (in Italian only and by reservation, subject to availability).
Sunday 16 April 2023 at 9:30: guided tasting for beginners at the San Pietro Cloisters in Reggio Emilia (by reservation, subject to availability).
Sunday 16 April 2023 at 13:00: lunch focused on the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia PDO at the San Pietro Cloisters in Reggio Emilia (by reservation, subject to availability).
Sunday 23 April 2023 at 10:00: inauguration of Canossa Castle Municipal vinegar loft.

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Flyer "Balsamic Days"

Celebrate Easter in Emilia

Experience your Easter holidays in Emilia discovering the cities of Parma, Piacenza and Reggio Emilia and the surrounding area. 

Let yourself be guided and surprised by the proposals of the Land of Slow Mix, where every holiday is unique and eclectic between culture, nature and food and wine.

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Visiting Emilia with the Frecce is worthwhile

Until 23 April 2023, thanks to the partnership between Visit Emilia and Trenitalia, customers arriving with the Frecce in Parma, Piacenza and Reggio Emilia will get discounts on overnight stays, on admission to Emilian museums and advantages on experiences and guided tours organized by the best Emilia's tour operator.
For Frecce ticket holders, the affiliated hotels will apply a 15% reduction for 2-night stays at the weekend (Friday to Sunday).

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