The north-west edge of Modena towards Quattro Ville and Villanova, where Acetaia Giusti keeps its family museum and old balsamic lofts open for free visits.
L'Insolito Bar sits by Modena's Parco Ferrari, a casual room for gnocco fritto and tigelle that has repeatedly won the city's Tigella d'Oro award.
OrderThe tigelle ai 10 cereali filled with pesto alla modenese.
TipClosed Sunday and Monday; outdoor tables sit near the Ferrari park in summer.
Acetaia Giusti, at Casa Giusti on Strada Quattro Ville in Modena, runs free guided visits every day through the family museum and old vinegar lofts, ending with a balsamic tasting.
TipThe visit is free but has to be booked on the Giusti website or by phone; Casa Giusti opens Monday to Sunday 09:00-18:00.
L'Insolito Bar serves cheap gnocco fritto and tigelle by Modena's own Parco Ferrari, a repeat winner of the city's Tigella d'Oro cooking title.
TryGnocco fritto and tigelle ai 10 cereali
TipClosed Sunday and Monday; the outdoor tables near the park fill up on warm evenings.
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