Day 1

Afternoon – Arrival in the lowlands of Parma and check-in at Antica Corte Pallavicina, a country-chic Relais housed in the only castle of Italy able to survive the disastrous floods of the mighty river Po and boasting a long list of charming added values: a Michelin restaurant, an own farming estate with its outlet as well as a deli shop, a black pig breeding activity and therefore a glorious production & ageing of top-notch cured meats, a food museum, a small osteria for the most genuine farm-to-table tastings in full Italian style.

The river flows nearby, the peacocks run free in the courtyard, life is slow-paced and tranquility prevails: it’s like going back in time, immersed in the true Emilian countryside.

To follow – Guided visit to the picturesque medieval cellars where Culatello di Zibello PDO, the King of all artisanal cured meats, rests for years before landing to the most renowned Michelin restaurants and the best deli shops of Europe.

Dinner – Welcome dinner at the Michelin-starred restaurant of the Relais (wine pairing as a supplement).

Night – Overnight at the Relais.

Day 2

Breakfast – Rich farm to table breakfast with typical products such as fresh eggs, milk and jams served from 08:00 am.

10:30 am – Enjoy a truly educational cooking class focused on the Italian pasta making tradition: anolini, ravioli, tagliolini, tagliatelle, stringoni and pasta rasa will have no more secrets for you!

Lunch – Delight your palate (and your self-esteem!) with what you’ll have prepared during the class for the best-deserved full lunch ever in typical Emilian style, wines included.

Afternoon – Free afternoon to enjoy a bicycle ride along the riverbanks or extra guided food tours in the Food Valley.

Dinner – Dinner at Hosteria del Maiale.

Night – Overnight at the relais.

Day 3

Morning – Breakfast, checkout and head on to your next destination.