Top Modena Restaurants

Embark on a journey into Modena’s history, culture and delicious food scene. Meet the proud families and fascinating stories behind food with our local guides. Taste and learn everything about Italian iconic food like Parmigiano Reggiano and Balsamic vinegar of Modena on a small-group tour limited to 8 people.

A 3-hour private tour to discover one of the Unesco heritage cities of Emilia Romagna. Famous for its historical center for the kitchen (here is the restaurant n 1 in the world) for the engines and the friendliness of the people who live there. A half day of discovery and fun in the streets of the Center of Modena. Tour includes: Certified guide Water bottle Coffee in historic bar of Modena Pick up in a hotel in the center of Modena

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.

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.

Enjoy a private and authentic balsamic vinegar tour with your host Silvia in her 18th century family villa. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Cristina and Silvia inherited not only their father's acetaia but also his passion for balsamic vinegar making and food. They work alongside their colleague Rita who helps keep their passion alive by passing on their knowledge and traditions around vinegar making to travelers from around the world. Depending on the day, either Cristina or Rita will welcome you into the family home and treat you like family. Learn about the age-old tradition of vinegar making from your hosts who are passionate about keeping the family tradition alive.

Dive into Modena like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Modena and its gastronomy! • Street food tasting tour • Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops • Sample some of Modena typical street food staples • Do some sightseeing in Modena as you walk from tasting to tasting • Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people for an authentic food experience Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

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.

Explore winemaker Mattia's cellar and learn how to produce sparkling wine, then head to the vinegar loft to learn the secrets of Aceto Balsamico di Modena, followed by a tasting! • Enjoy the mouth-filling taste of 3 balsamic vinegars, combined with Parmigiano Reggiano cheese • A wine tasting of 3 wines is included • Visit the colorful Grasparossa vineyards, located on the hilly landscape of Castelvetro di Modena • Communal tasting for up to 20 people • Mattia is a winemaker who makes organic Lambrusco wine in his family vineyard, and hosts the tours along with his trained tour guides

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

A fantastic experience in the heart of the Food Valley. The perfect place to visit for anyone who wants to discover the history and millenary tradition of the famous "Black Gold" of Modena Guided tour + tasting Basics of the grapes used, visit of the cooking environments. Acetification and aging in wooden barrels. Afterwards there is the possibility of tasting directly from the barrel. Illustration of the various qualities of balsamic vinegars with tasting Note: The vinegar factory visited may vary based on availability.  

In a villa built in 1700, every day, there is a special event going on: an exclusive Balsamic Vinegar Tasting Experience. Enjoy 40-minutes full-immersion experience. During this tasty journey you will taste two of the most important balsamic vinegar, known all around the world. We are talking about the unique Aceto Balsamico di Modena I.G.P. and the amazing Aceto balsamico Tradizionale di Reggio Emilia D.O.P. An authentic travel inside the taste of the most intriguing seasoning, the balsamic vinegar, from the youngest vinegar to the traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia DOP Gold Label. You will discover some hidden secrets behind the 25-years of vinegar aging. During this journey throughout the vinegar world, a professional will explain you in depth the particularity of those Italian excellencies as well as its production process. Included in the experiences there are water and vinegar, appetizers and bread.