Emilia Delizia Parma Food Experience

The Emilia Delizia Parma Food Experience is a curated holiday package designed for travelers who want to discover Parma through its food, culture, and everyday life. The experience includes three nights in a private apartment in Parma, hands-on cooking lessons, and a guided Parma food tour focused on the region’s most iconic products.

Why Choose Parma for Your Next Vacation

Parma is a refined yet welcoming city, internationally known as the home of Prosciutto di Parma and Parmigiano Reggiano. Anyone passionate about Italian food and curious about how it is made will find Parma an ideal destination.

Beyond its culinary reputation, Parma offers an elegant historic center filled with artistic and architectural treasures. Strolling through the old town, enjoying an espresso in a pavement café, and exploring local shops is the best way to absorb the city’s atmosphere.

Highlights include the Parma Cathedral (Duomo), dating back to the 12th century and crowned by a magnificent dome fresco by Correggio. More of his work can be admired in the Chamber of St. Paul and the Church of San Giovanni Evangelista. Art lovers should also visit the Church of Santa Maria della Steccata and the National Gallery, home to works by Parmigianino, one of Parma’s most celebrated artists.

Opera enthusiasts may wish to plan their visit in September to coincide with the famous Verdi Festival, held at the historic Teatro Regio. Parma also makes an excellent base for exploring the wider Emilia-Romagna region, with easy access to castles, Ferrari and Ducati museums, and nearby wine areas.

Apartment Accommodation in Parma

While hotels are available, renting an apartment in Parma is often the best option, especially for families or small groups. Apartments offer more space, flexibility, and the pleasure of having a private kitchen.

Self-catering some meals — even just breakfast — allows you to explore Parma’s markets and specialty food shops, which are filled with products rarely found outside Italy. Cooking with local ingredients adds another layer to the experience and complements food tours and cooking classes perfectly.

Cooking Lessons in Parma

Travel memories may fade, but culinary skills stay with you. Taking a cooking class in Parma allows you to recreate traditional dishes at home, from fresh pasta to regional sauces and specialties.

During these lessons, you’ll learn how to work with Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma, understanding not only recipes but also techniques and traditions. Cooking classes should be booked in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.

Culinary Tours of the Parma Region

To fully understand Parma’s food culture, a guided gourmet food tour in Parma is an essential experience. These tours take you behind the scenes of local production, showing how authentic Parmigiano Reggiano is made and how to recognize it, visiting a traditional Prosciutto di Parma producer, and exploring the craftsmanship that defines these world-famous products.

The experience often continues to nearby Modena, where you’ll taste and learn about traditional aged balsamic vinegar, discovering how it differs from commercial versions and how it is properly used in Italian cuisine.