"Fabulous few hours learning about cheese making & of course tasting. 😊 Fantastic hosts sharing their life time of experience. A very special time and lovely memories for us. Can’t recommend enough. 👌🏻"
Cheese & Charcuterie Tasting · Matera
Best Cheese Tasting in Matera 2026 — Cheese & Charcuterie Tasting
Taste Matera's best cheeses and cured meats — pecorino, Parmigiano, prosciutto and more — with a local expert who explains every bite.
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$75
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Free cancellation
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The Experience
What Makes This Italian Food Experience Special
Everything that makes this a must-book Italian food experience.
Highlights
- Savor a typical farmer's breakfast of fresh dairy products
- Mozzarella & Burrata hands-on with tasting
- Tasting of 2 Fresh Cheeses and 2 Semi-Fresh Cheeses
- Tasting of 2 Semi Matured Cheeses and 2 Matured Cheeses
- Bring home a Provolone cheese or Scamorza cheese, in a vacuum package.
What's Included
- Organic farmer breakfast - Tasting of fresh dairy products from our Creamery: Fresh Yogurt, Fresh Milk, Fresh Butter with homemade treats and our typical bread.
- Introduction to the history of the family business
- Cooking class - Mozzarella stretching demonstration and hands-on session
- Multiple cheese tastings - Tasting of Freshly prepared Mozzarella and Burrata + 2 Fresh cheeses + 2 Semi Fresh cheeses + 2 semi Matured cheeses + 2 Matured kinds of cheese.
- Provolone cheese or Scamorza cheese or another type of cheese, in a vacuum package. The cheese can be transported for 20 days without any problem to share with your family/friends when you're back home.
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Pick Your Date & Time
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Meet Your Local Host
The brown door beside the cheese shop.
Taste the Real Matera
Savor a typical farmer's breakfast of fresh dairy products
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| Starting Price | From $75/per person | Varies | Varies |
| Rating | 5★ (16) | 4.5+★ | 4.5+★ |
| Free Cancellation | Yes | Most | Most |
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Cheese & Charcuterie Tasting · Matera
About Matera Cheese & Charcuterie Tastings
A cheese and charcuterie tasting in Matera walks you through the region’s finest dairy and salumi with a knowledgeable host — you learn what you’re eating, how it’s aged, and which wines to pair.
It’s hands-off and delicious: come hungry, leave knowing your Parmigiano from your pecorino.
Guest Reviews
What Travelers Say
"This was hands down the best tour we’ve done overseas. Do NOT have breakfast before this tour. The cheesemakers were the most lovely of people. Making cheese with them in their home was like being welcomed into their family. The Burrata! Omg…the most amazing version I’ve tasted and the quality local milk made the best ricotta I’ve ever had."
"We were greeted by a lifelong cheesemaker and his wife in their house. They shared a lot more than what was expected and we had plenty of food, so prepare accordingly. We got to see the whole process of making different types of cheese and even put our hands to work for mozzarella. We can’t wait to get back home to try and make our cheese! Thank you for this wonderful experience"
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Browse Italian Food ExperiencesMatera Cheese Tasting — FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking a cheese tasting in Matera.
Prices start around $75 per person for the top-rated option. Costs vary by group size, duration, and inclusions.
Most run 1–3 hours — check each tour's details for the exact duration and what's included.
Our top pick is "Matera: Mozzarella and Cheese tasting with a Cheesemaker" — rated 5/5 from 16 reviews. See the comparison above for alternatives.
Yes — these are relaxed, welcoming experiences; check the minimum age on each tour before booking.
Tastings are included; some experiences add a meal, wine, or a guided visit. The exact inclusions are listed on each tour.
Often yes, with advance notice. Flag it at booking.
Meeting points are central and shown on your voucher after booking.
A few days to a week in peak season. Free cancellation on most tours means booking early is low-risk.
Still have questions? Email us at info@italian-food-tour.com