As a city with an important history of art, it’s only natural that the culture of Bologna would reflect in an abundance of museums and exhibitions available to all who seek to discover the past of this incredible cultural center. The choice of places to visit in this regard is wide, offering artworks and masterpieces […]
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Bologna is a wonderful city all year round, but it’s during the Autumn months that some of the best chances to experience the city make their appearance. If you’re staying in Bologna or nearby for your holidays, keep an eye out for these fairs and local events: they’re the perfect occasion to taste traditional meals
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The hills west of Verona produce some of Italy’s most celebrated red wines: Valpolicella, Ripasso, Recioto and the mighty Amarone. The method is unique — grapes are dried on racks in a fruttaio (drying loft) for three to four months before pressing, concentrating sugars and flavour. The three family estates below each offer guided cellar
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Italy is well-known for its rich culinary and cultural offering, especially during the warm summer and fall months. However, two festivals held in the city of Bologna stand out and are well worth a visit if you find yourself somewhere in Italy or Europe at the time: the Mortadella Festival and the Cinema Ritrovato. The
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Massimo Bottura has been at the top of Italian gastronomy for decades, but his international profile truly accelerated after Osteria Francescana in Modena was awarded three Michelin stars. Since then, Bottura has accumulated accolades, global recognition, and a reputation for constantly questioning what Italian cuisine can be. When Osteria Francescana was named Best Restaurant in
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Chianti stretches between Florence and Siena across one of the most intensively cultivated wine landscapes in Italy. The Chianti Classico zone — the historic core, delimited since 1932 and awarded DOCG status in 1984 — produces Sangiovese-based wines that range from lean and earthy to rich and structured depending on altitude, producer, and ageing. The
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