The Saffron of Oltrepò: self-harvesting and tasting

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Do you know how to harvest one of the most precious spices in the world? Zafferano Colli farm awaits you in its fields to discover the secrets of Oltrepò Pavese saffron. After brief hints on how the flowers are grown and treated, you will participate firsthand in self-harvesting and be shown how the hulling and drying process takes place. There will be no shortage of tasting time, a breakfast of cookies, honey and saffron hot tea/tea and for those who want a local muscatel. At the end of the experience you will be provided with a saffron risotto kit: a jar of saffron pistils and local Campo dell'Oste rice.
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Italian / English
Free cancellation (2 gg)
Duration (2 ore)
School-Friendly
Private Reservation

What to expect

✅ Self-harvesting teaching. ✅ Explanation of drying techniques. ✅ Breakfast Saffron Tea and Cookies. ✅ 0.5g of complimentary Saffron ✅ 1Kg of complimentary Campo dell'Oste Rice

Meeting place

coordinates will be provided to participants at the time of booking

Reservation policy

You can always cancel up to 2 days in advance, choosing whether to receive a refund on your payment method or receive credits of the same amount spendable on the platform. Reduced ticket for children from 4 to 12 years old. Free admission for children under 4 years old. In case of bad weather situation such that the activity cannot run smoothly, the experience will be cancelled and you will be entitled to an immediate refund, or you can move the reservation to a new date. The experience can be booked up to 24 hrs before it takes place. For more information, please visit our Help Center.
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Where

via Lentini/Stradella

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