Le Marche is the region directly south of Emilia-Romagna — less than two hours from Bologna by car or train — and it has one of the most underrated food cultures in Italy. While tourists flock to Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast, Le Marche quietly produces some of the best dishes you have never heard […]
Le Marche Food: Three Dishes Worth the Trip from Bologna Read Post »
Thirty-five kilometres from Bologna, the medieval village of Dozza covers its walls in murals. About 80 kilometres in the same direction but deeper into the Apennines, Brisighella balances on three rocky spurs above the Lamone valley. Neither features on most tourist itineraries — which is part of the point. Both reward a half-day or full-day
Dozza and Brisighella: Two Villages Worth the Drive from Bologna Read Post »
Most probably you associate Verona with the eternal lovers Romeo and Juliet, but it is actually a modern town full of history, culture and art in conjunction with business and entertainment. Nearby you can find exciting and marvellous places such as the Lake of Garda and towns as Peschiera, Sirmione or Soave. Let’s focus on the last
Soave: A Wine tour From Verona Read Post »
With amazing landscapes, countless theme parks – Gardaland, Movie Studios, Medieval Times to name a few – scenic villages and a gourmet gastronomic tradition, exciting water sports to experience, you’ll wish to come again to visit Lake Garda. Start the tour of the lake from the suggestive southern villages of Desenzano, Peschiera and Sirmione or
Lovely Towns Around Lake Garda – Good Cuisine, Scenery and Olive Oil. Read Post »
Tuscany food has always been considered as ‘cucina povera’ or ‘cuisine of the poor’ closely interconnected with peasant traditions. The poor roots of this cuisine though caused by the poverty of the people of this region in the past, today has become the land of superb food and wine. The Art of Cucina Povera –
Tuscany Cooking – A Time When Poverty Has Become The Great Culinary Invention Read Post »
Probably only Italy is the sole country where someone is able to hit the slopes and at at the same time have some gourmet dining experience. Check out some great destination on the Italian Alps like Madonna di Campiglio and Cortina for some hearty traditional Italian food that does not fail to please even the
Gourmet food and skiing on the Italian Alps. Read Post »