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Italy's food haven the Emilia-Romagna region, is renowned for its art,universities and architecture, but it's their traditional foods....tagliatelle Bolognese, Parmigiano-Reggiano, proscuitto di Parma, Traditionale Balsamic vinegar and unforgettable tortellini which have a special place in their heart. Our local culinary expert Alice, born and raised in Parma, is passionate about sharing her insider secrets of Emilia-Romagna’s food traditions. On this culinary tour each day provides different cultural and culinary experiences as we explore the Emilia-Romagna region.

We take a walking culinary tour in Bologna, considered the capital of gastronomy in Italy. We’ll visit small artisan food producers of the region. See organic Parmigiano-Reggiano made at a family-run dairy and find out how they make their world-famous cheeses plus learn to cook with them. Discover the secrets of Culatello, one of the most unique and expensive Italian cured meats, and Prosciutto di Parma. Meet a truffle hunter and his dog to hunt for rare and delicious truffles. Enjoy several hands-on cooking classes that focus on the best of Italian cuisine, using finds from our daily trips and spiced with lots of tips, philosophy and passion.

Discover the passion of the people of Emilia-Romagna and the stories behind the food they make. There are just eight places available for this trip. The small number keeps the trip personal and allows for serendipity. Join me for an unforgettable guided tour and enjoy food, laughter and memories.

Italy's food haven the Emilia-Romagna region, is renowned for its art,universities and architecture, but it's their traditional foods....tagliatelle Bolognese, Parmigiano-Reggiano, proscuitto di Parma, Traditionale Balsamic vinegar and unforgettable tortellini which have a special place in their heart. Our local culinary expert Alice, born and raised in Parma, is passionate about sharing her insider secrets of Emilia-Romagna’s food traditions. On this culinary tour each day provides different cultural and culinary experiences as we explore the Emilia-Romagna region.

We take a walking culinary tour in Bologna, considered the capital of gastronomy in Italy. We’ll visit small artisan food producers of the region. See organic Parmigiano-Reggiano made at a family-run dairy and find out how they make their world-famous cheeses plus learn to cook with them. Discover the secrets of Culatello, one of the most unique and expensive Italian cured meats, and Prosciutto di Parma. Meet a truffle hunter and his dog to hunt for rare and delicious truffles. Enjoy several hands-on cooking classes that focus on the best of Italian cuisine, using finds from our daily trips and spiced with lots of tips, philosophy and passion.

Discover the passion of the people of Emilia-Romagna and the stories behind the food they make. There are just eight places available for this trip. The small number keeps the trip personal and allows for serendipity. Join me for an unforgettable guided tour and enjoy food, laughter and memories.

Cooking with Julie - Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class

Step off the beaten path and join Cooking with Julie for an insider's tour of the Napa Valley culinary scene and learn the delicious secrets of Napa. Start the morning at the market with Julie, browsing the produce market with its sparkling fresh produce from local farmers, and selecting cheeses and salumi from specialty vendors. Oxbow Public market offers the season's finest and freshest products. Learn how to select and cook the unique vegetables and fruits found only at boutique markets. Then on to the kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class where we will turn our bounty into a wonderful wine country feast.

Includes tour and tastings, hands-on cooking class, recipes, three-course lunch with Napa wines, and logo apron.

Cooking with Julie - Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class

Step off the beaten path and join Cooking with Julie for an insider's tour of the Napa Valley culinary scene and learn the delicious secrets of Napa. Start the morning at the market with Julie, browsing the produce market with its sparkling fresh produce from local farmers, and selecting cheeses and salumi from specialty vendors. Oxbow Public market offers the season's finest and freshest products. Learn how to select and cook the unique vegetables and fruits found only at boutique markets. Then on to the kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class where we will turn our bounty into a wonderful wine country feast.

Includes tour and tastings, hands-on cooking class, recipes, three-course lunch with Napa wines, and logo apron.

Cooking with Julie - Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class

Step off the beaten path and join Cooking with Julie for an insider's tour of the Napa Valley culinary scene and learn the delicious secrets of Napa. Start the morning at the market with Julie, browsing the produce market with its sparkling fresh produce from local farmers, and selecting cheeses and salumi from specialty vendors. Oxbow Public market offers the season's finest and freshest products. Learn how to select and cook the unique vegetables and fruits found only at boutique markets. Then on to the kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class where we will turn our bounty into a wonderful wine country feast.

Includes tour and tastings, hands-on cooking class, recipes, three-course lunch with Napa wines, and logo apron.

What To Expect: Great cooking isn't about recipes—it's about techniques. In our classes you'll work together with other students in a fun, hands-on environment.

You will work with other students in groups of 2 or 3
Hands-on classes are limited to 9 students
You will be standing, cooking and working for most of the class
Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and have long hair tied back

Cooking with Julie's recipes are developed using common cooking and baking ingredients that may or may not be specified in the menu titles, including various fruits and vegetables, nuts, meats, spices, wheat flours, etc. If you have a food allergy, please let us know before attending the class. Adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.

Cooking with Julie - Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class

Step off the beaten path and join Cooking with Julie for an insider's tour of the Napa Valley culinary scene and learn the delicious secrets of Napa. Start the morning at the market with Julie, browsing the produce market with its sparkling fresh produce from local farmers, and selecting cheeses and salumi from specialty vendors. Oxbow Public market offers the season's finest and freshest products. Learn how to select and cook the unique vegetables and fruits found only at boutique markets. Then on to the kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class where we will turn our bounty into a wonderful wine country feast.

Includes tour and tastings, hands-on cooking class, recipes, three-course lunch with Napa wines, and logo apron.

Cooking with Julie - Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class

Step off the beaten path and join Cooking with Julie for an insider's tour of the Napa Valley culinary scene and learn the delicious secrets of Napa. Start the morning at the market with Julie, browsing the produce market with its sparkling fresh produce from local farmers, and selecting cheeses and salumi from specialty vendors. Oxbow Public market offers the season's finest and freshest products. Learn how to select and cook the unique vegetables and fruits found only at boutique markets. Then on to the kitchen, for a hands-on cooking class where we will turn our bounty into a wonderful wine country feast.

Includes tour and tastings, hands-on cooking class, recipes, three-course lunch with Napa wines, and logo apron.

What To Expect: Great cooking isn't about recipes—it's about techniques. In our classes you'll work together with other students in a fun, hands-on environment.

You will work with other students in groups of 2 or 3
Hands-on classes are limited to 9 students
You will be standing, cooking and working for most of the class
Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and have long hair tied back

Cooking with Julie's recipes are developed using common cooking and baking ingredients that may or may not be specified in the menu titles, including various fruits and vegetables, nuts, meats, spices, wheat flours, etc. If you have a food allergy, please let us know before attending the class. Adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.