The capital of Emilia-Romagna is known as Dotta because of its famous university, one of the oldest in Italy; it is called la Rossa because of the color of the roofs and buildings of the historic center; and it is known as la Grassabecause of its delicious gastronomic tradition. That’s why we suggest you take part in a food tour in Bologna! Below are five reasons why we think it’s definitely worth it.
1. You will discover one of the best Italian gastronomic traditions
If Italian cuisine is famous all over the world, it is also thanks to the excellent Bolognese gastronomic tradition . It is here, in fact, that some of the most emblematic dishes of our country were born and became famous.
The city grew and with the arrival of new students and teachers. Even the taverns began to multiply.
Today, those who pass through Bologna can only stop in a trattoria to taste a plate of tagliatelle or stroll among the stalls of the city’s markets to be overwhelmed by the scents and colors!
Thanks to our gastronomic tour, you will have the opportunity to taste some of the best typical dishes of Bologna : you will start with a charcuterie platter (yes, there will also be the famous mortadella!), continue with the tortellini or the tagliatelle , the ‘ Bolognese escalope and finish with brazadela or rice cake , a very special typical dessert
2. You will taste the tortellini
As we mentioned, during our food tour in Bologna, you will have the chance to taste tortellini , one of the most famous dishes in the city, so famous that it has almost become its symbol!
The original recipe was filed in 1974 by the Dotta Confraternita del Tortellino and the Simple: 100g pork loin, 100g raw ham, 100g mortadella, 150g parmesan, 1 egg and nutmeg.
On the menus of Bolognese restaurants, you can find tortellini served in different ways, but the original recipe calls for them to be cooked strictly in broth .
Food Tour in Bologna
3. You will cross the historic center of the city and admire its most characteristic corners
The gastronomic tour that we propose takes place on foot through the streets of the historic center. Thus, thanks to the advice of a local expert, you will not only be able to know the best places in the city, but also admire the historical and architectural beauties of Bologna .
The capital of Emilia-Romagna in fact preserves some of the symbolic places of Italy: its arcades are famous all over the world, as are Piazza Maggiore, Piazza del Nettuno and
If you have little time and only have one day to visit Bologna, our tour is ideal for discovering the city and its gastronomy!
Food Tour in Bologna
4. You will experience Bologna like a local
Who better than a local to accompany you and discover the most hidden and characteristic places as well as the most typical restaurants of a city?
Our guide will tell you anecdotes and curiosities and will make you sit in front of the best tables in Bologna. Are you ready ?
Food Tour in Bologna
5. You will meet new people
What we offer is a real social experience, a way to meet new people from all over the world!
You will have the opportunity to meet the other participants and discuss with them.
The people who take part in our tours are interested and interesting travelers, lovers of good food and unique and authentic experiences. The participants all have the same interests and are there for the same reason: to live unforgettable moments , to discover the habits of a place and to immerse themselves in its customs and traditions.
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We hope to have convinced you.
With a degree in literature and communication and media culture, she enjoys both writing and telling stories. She took her first trip when she was just two and a half months old and hasn’t taken a break since. Each of his trips is accompanied, of course, by new tastings of the local cuisine!