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"Before disembarking the train, I was unsure if my half-day trip to Parma would be worth the effort. In large part thanks to Francisco, it was worth it and more! Francisco, a knowledgeable guide and resident of Parma, provided a historical overview of the city. Of course, the majority of the tour focused on Parma's unique food culture. There were several tastings along the way, from the obvious (aged Parmigiano Reggiano and pizza) to a couple surprises which I won't spoil. As stated in the description this is a walking tour, at a leisurely pace but unfortunately not appropriate for those with mobility issues. This was perfect for my needs but be aware when booking. Grazie Francisco per una ottima esperienza!"

"Francisco was outstanding. His knowledge of food was beyond compare. He related the food experience to the beautiful city of Parma. We could have spent the entire day with him. He was delightful to be with. "

"The tour was informative, enlightening and immensely enjoyable. The knowledge Riccardo shared with me on history, art, architecture, local flavor, etc… are not something one can get from tour books. Like the presbytery of San Giovanni Evangelista - I would never dare to enter myself through a half closed door. And the lunch place we went - again without his guidance I would never dare to sit down at a super local place and have a conversation with total strangers about food (even though he hates Ferrara). His enthusiasm influenced my feeling for the city, the people and the culture there. I wish we had more guides like Riccardo to show us the hidden treasure of Italy, beyond the crowded canals of Venice and over-toured towns of Tuscany. Keep up the good work!"

"We had one day in Parma - and we made the good decision to spend the first two hours of it with Francisco. We had come to Parma primarily due to the lure of the food. Francisco expanded our understanding of the area’s most famous ingredients (prosciutto and Parmesan) and introduced us to some new ones. Highly recommend! "

"Riccardo tailor planned a day in Parma for two around a late booking. His knowledge of the art & history of every venue brought so much more to appreciate in the little town than famed ham & cheese. The trip was followed by visit to a castle in the countryside and recommendation to eat in a fantastic trattoria. Highly recommend to spend time with Riccardo when in Bologna & the region."