Modena: Market & Lunch/Dinner at a Locals Home

Modena, the gastronomic capital of Italy, beckons with its vibrant culinary scene. Enjoy this unique market and dining tour, where you’ll explore a bustling local market and enjoy a cooking demonstration at a Cesarina’s home. Indulge in a delectable 4-course meal crafted with seasonal ingredients and local wines, as you embrace the authentic flavors and traditions of this renowned region. This intimate experience promises to unveil the heart of Modena’s culinary culture, leaving you with a newfound appreciation for the area’s rich heritage.

Key Points

• Explore a vibrant local market in Modena with a Cesarina guide and learn to identify the best seasonal produce.
• Participate in a private cooking demonstration at a local family’s home, focusing on traditional regional recipes.
• Enjoy a 4-course meal featuring the prepared dishes, paired with local wines, for an authentic culinary experience.
• Flexible booking options with reserve now and pay later, and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
• Cesarina can accommodate various dietary requirements, ensuring everyone can enjoy the seasonal, local menu.

You can check availability for your dates here:

Experience Overview

What does this Modena Market & Local Dining experience entail?

It’s a 4-hour private tour that lets you explore a vibrant local market with a Cesarina, then join them in their home for a private cooking demonstration and 4-course meal.

The experience is priced from $151.24 per person and is available in English and Italian.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later.

The itinerary includes market visits, a cooking demo, and a multi-course lunch or dinner with drinks.

This is an immersive way to connect with local Italian families and learn about their regional cuisine.

Itinerary Highlights

The Modena Market & Local Dining experience lets you explore a vibrant local market with your Cesarina, who’ll guide you through the stalls and help you recognize the best produce.

Afterward, you’ll head to a private home for a cooking demo where you’ll learn the secrets of traditional Italian family recipes.

The highlight is a 4-course lunch or dinner featuring a starter, pasta, main course, side dish, and dessert, all made with seasonal local ingredients and paired with wine.

A delectable 4-course affair showcasing seasonal ingredients and local wines, the pinnacle of the Modena Market & Local Dining experience.

This experience creates genuine connections with local Italian families.

Culinary Experience

Since 2004, Italy’s first network of home cooks has been sharing their regional cuisine through the Cesarina experience.

Guests can learn to recognize the best produce at the market and discover the secrets of Italian family recipes during the cooking demo.

The Cesarina will guide participants through the preparation of a seasonal menu crafted from local ingredients.

Diners can savor a delectable 4-course lunch or dinner, including a starter, pasta, main course, side dish, and dessert, accompanied by water, wines, and coffee.

This culinary experience offers genuine connections with local Italian families and their authentic regional dishes.

Booking Information

This experience is held in a local family’s home, with the exact meeting address provided after booking.

The market tour usually starts at 11:00 AM or 6:00 PM, but it’s flexible with advance notice. Local partner contacts will provide instructions for the meeting point.

Guests can confirm any dietary requirements directly with the local tour provider after booking, as the Cesarina can cater to different needs.

Booking is flexible, allowing guests to reserve now and pay later. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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Dietary Considerations

The Cesarina can cater to different dietary requirements, so guests should confirm any special needs directly with the local tour provider after booking.

Whether vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or any other dietary restriction, the Cesarina will work to accommodate guests’ preferences. This ensures everyone can fully enjoy the authentic, seasonal menu crafted from local ingredients.

The Cesarina accommodates dietary preferences, allowing all to savor the authentic, seasonal menu crafted from local ingredients.

With advance notice, the Cesarina can make any necessary adjustments to the 4-course meal, allowing all participants to savor the delicious flavors of Modena.

Guests simply need to communicate their dietary needs when finalizing their booking.

The Cesarina: Your Local Host

A Cesarina, the host of this culinary experience, is a member of Italy’s first network of home cooks.

These local experts share their regional cuisine and family recipes dating back generations. The Cesarina will guide you through a vibrant local market, teaching you how to select the best produce.

In their home, you’ll learn the secrets behind an authentic Italian meal during a private cooking demonstration.

As you savor a multi-course feast, you’ll engage in genuine cultural exchange, forging connections with your Italian hosts.

The Cesarina’s hospitality and passion for their culinary traditions make this experience truly immersive.

Exploring the Vibrant Local Market

Your Cesarina leads you into the bustling heart of Modena’s local market, where an abundance of vibrant produce, freshly baked breads, and artisanal cheeses await. As you wander through the stalls, you’ll learn to identify the region’s finest ingredients and uncover the stories behind them. Observe your host’s keen eye for quality as they guide you through the market.

| Product | Description |

| — | — |

| Parmigiano-Reggiano | Renowned aged cheese from the nearby hills |

| Balsamic Vinegar | Thick, syrupy condiment from Modena |

| Prosciutto di Parma | Succulent, air-dried ham from Parma |

| Tortellini | Signature stuffed pasta from the Emilia-Romagna region |

Savoring the Authentic 4-Course Meal

After exploring the vibrant local market, guests are welcomed into a private home for an intimate 4-course culinary experience.

The Cesarina, or local home cook, expertly prepares a seasonal menu highlighting regional specialties.

Guests delight in:

• Savoring a starter of charcuterie, cheeses, and homemade preserves

• Indulging in a handmade pasta dish, infused with the flavors of the season

• Relishing the main course, featuring high-quality local ingredients

• Concluding the meal with a decadent dessert and local wines

Throughout the experience, guests forge genuine connections with their host, learning the secrets behind cherished family recipes.

The Sum Up

This immersive culinary tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Modena’s vibrant food scene. Discover the freshest local ingredients at the bustling market, then enjoy a hands-on cooking demonstration and delightful 4-course meal prepared by a knowledgeable Cesarina in the comfort of their home. Savor the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine while gaining insights into the local culture and forging genuine connections with a local family.

You can check availability for your dates here: