Welcome to Bologna, Italy’s food capital and a city rich in history, culture, and unforgettable culinary experiences. Known as “La Grassa” (The Fat One) for its world-famous cuisine, Bologna is home to fresh pasta, mortadella, and traditional ragu. Explore its historic landmarks, vibrant markets, and hidden gems. Whether you’re planning a food tour, looking for travel tips, or discovering the best restaurants in Bologna, this category covers everything you need to experience the authentic charm of this Italian city. Do not forget to check our best seller the foodies delight tour, a Bologna food tour visiting all the best sites in one day.
Bologna, known as “La Grassa” (The Fat One), has earned its reputation as one of Italy’s gastronomic capitals. Among its culinary treasures, Parmesan cheese, or Parmigiano Reggiano, plays a starring role in many traditional dishes. From classic Italian pasta dishes with Parmigiano Reggiano to hearty soups, the versatility and rich flavor of Parmesan define the […]
Parmesan-Loaded Dishes and Where to Eat Them in Bologna Read Post »
Autumn in Bologna means chestnuts. The castagna has been a staple of the Apennine communities south of the city for centuries — a primary food source in the mountains before wheat cultivation became viable at altitude. That history survives in October through street food, sagre, and traditional recipes that have changed little in generations: roasted
Castagna: The Queen of October in Bologna Read Post »
October is one of the strongest months to visit Bologna. Summer crowds are gone, temperatures are comfortable for walking, and the city enters its most active cultural and food season. The chestnut and truffle harvests bring the surrounding Apennines to life with weekly festivals; the trattorias fill their menus with mushrooms, porcini, and seasonal pasta;
Things to Do in Bologna in October: Events, Food and Festivals Read Post »
New Year’s Eve in Bologna — Capodanno — is built around traditions that repeat year after year. Rather than a single headline event, the city celebrates through rituals that give visitors a reliable sense of what to expect regardless of the year. The evening typically unfolds in stages: a long dinner with family or friends,
New Year’s Eve in Bologna: Il Vecchione, Cenone, and Capodanno Traditions Read Post »
What is OV? Why Are Movies Dubbed in Italy? Original Version (OV) movies are films screened in their original language rather than being dubbed. For example, an English-language film is shown in English, usually with Italian subtitles to help local audiences follow the dialogue. Italy has a long tradition of dubbing foreign films rather than
Watching Original Version (OV) Movies in Bologna and Modena: A Guide Read Post »
In 2017, Bologna became home to one of Italy’s most ambitious food projects: FICO Eataly World. Marketed as a large-scale celebration of Italian gastronomy, the project aimed to combine education, entertainment, and commerce in a single agro-food park. The vision was bold, but the reality proved far more complex. Despite strong backing and international attention,
Grand Tour Italia: The Resurrection of FICO Bologna, Or Whatever… Read Post »