Photos - Culinary Treasures of Bologna, Venice, Michelin Stars & Exotic Cars

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We include a visit to a local artisan that makes Gondolas and teaches us how he builds them by hand. Michelin Star rated chef teaches us how to bake cookies that look like donuts but are a traditional dessert of the area We have a lot of fun during our cooking class in Bologna and Emilia Romagna. Our Bologna Cooking Vacation it is a great balance of homemade food and gourmet michelin star dishes During our Bologna Cooking Vacation we cannot miss a visit to a Balsamic Vinegar producer in Modena Home made traditional Bolognese sauce originating in Bologna. We make everything from scratch and then eat together. We take private boat and private gondola rides when we visit Venice on our Bologna cooking vacations We visit the Colli Bolognesi, where the wine of this region come from. We learn about and taste many wines here. The town Market in Bologna is quite unique. Small streets full of fruit, fish and local food We visit the Colle Bolognese and taste the Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon wines in the vineyards In Emilia Romagna we visit a local small Parmigiano Producer and taste and learn all about the popular cheese In Emilia Romagna we visit a local small Parmigiano Producer and taste and learn all about the popular cheese One of our classes on Bologna Vacation is taught by Chef Andrea, super fun Michelin star chef. Bologna is well known for its rich food culture, as the birthplace of Bolognese, Lasagna, Tortellini and Parmiggiano We love letting loose and having fun on all of our vacation holidays. We drink wine and party with the locals We visit a local parmesan cheese producer and learn how to make the popular and delicious cheese. Toasting with a local glass of wine to a vacation full of cultural immersion and delicious food. During Bologna Cooking Vacation we will go to a small town, meet local wine producer and drink wine in the vineyard Claudio, a local Parma Producer, will bring us to his private Prosciutto Cellar where he use to age selected Prosciutto We take private boat and private gondola rides when we visit Venice on our Bologna cooking vacations Some of our cooking classes in Bologna are with Pina and Bruna two local woman that love cooking and culture. All of our cooking classes are hands on and immersive. You make the food that you eat from start to finish. Bologna it is a vibrant university city, full of bars and cafes. At night it is always full of people and events Checking the fresh Parmesan cheese wheel for quality in Reggio Emilia, Italy. A BBQ night with local friends in the countryside of Bologna. Grilled meat, music, wine and laughter. Bologna is a lovely city in northern Italy with a lot of monuments but also shops, cafes and nightlife We take private boat and private gondola rides when we visit Venice on our Bologna cooking vacations We are easy going and like to joke around. You won't find a stuffy tour on any of our vacations. During your week with us in Bologna you have the opportunity to rent a Lamborghini for a test drive on the local roads Bologna is a vibrant and bustling city full of arts, shopping, cafes, and music. Cooking Vacation in Bologna includes all hands on cooking class with traditional recipes like Lasagna We visit a parmesan cheese producer with cows that are right on the farm We will have a private visit to the Lamborghini Factory and learn how they assemble this amazing car. Emilia Romana and Bologna Foodie Vacation includes a day excursion to the beautiful city of Venice We shop together in local town markets instead of big stores and take you where the locals go. A local nonna hosts one of our cooking classes in bologna, teaching us all about the tradition and passion of cooking. Carnival in Venice is an incredible event.  Masks and costumes are worn by all the attendees and is popular worldwide After our visit a Ferrari Museum you can rent a Ferrari for 10 or 20 minutes and drive on the local roaads We visit a local Parma Prosciutto Producer that will show us how to make Prosciutto and let us taste their products. Parmesan cheese originates outside of Bologna and is not only a topping for dishes, but also a main ingredient Emilia Romana and Bologna Foodie Vacation includes a day excursion to the beautiful city of Venice We take a private ride on a gondola through the iconic and romantic venetian canals.