Bologna Blog: Food and Wine, Traditions and Events
One of the best ways to discover Bologna is through what people eat and what happens across the city.
In this space, you will find recipes, local specialties, traditions, events, and experiences that tell the story of Bologna’s gastronomic culture. A starting point for those who want to go beyond the clichés.
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For centuries, Bologna's osterias were places where wine was poured, friendships were forged and ideas were exchanged. Discover how these historic taverns helped shape the city's food culture and social...
From the Middle Ages to the present day, Bologna's Quadrilatero preserves the commercial and gastronomic soul of the city amidst historic alleys, traditional shops, and porticoes.
From the countryside of Emilia to contemporary wine lists, Lambrusco has evolved into one of Italy’s most versatile and food-friendly wines. Discover its origins, main varieties and perfect gastronomic...
A journey through Bologna’s iconic Salsamentari Platter: mortadella, cheeses, crescentine and traditional specialties that tell the story of Emilia-Romagna’s food heritage.
Tigelle and crescentine are often considered the same, but in Emilia they tell two different stories. Discover their origins, traditions and the culinary culture behind these iconic foods.
True Bolognese ragù is unlike anything you’ll find anywhere else in the world. Discover its history, origins and authentic recipe of one of Bologna’s most iconic dishes.
A fresh and versatile white, Pignoletto from the Colli Bolognesi offers a deeper understanding of Bologna’s food culture - beyond its iconic dishes and into its everyday conviviality.
From Roman origins to modern certification, Mortadella Bologna PGI reveals the craftsmanship, technique, and cultural identity behind one of Italy’s most distinctive cured meats, deeply tied to Bologn...
