As the holiday season approaches, the Italian towns of Ravenna, Ferrara, Rimini, and Imola come alive with events that capture the spirit of the season. Each of these destinations near Bologna offers unique attractions, from historical exhibitions to lively New Year’s celebrations. Here’s a look at what December has in store for each of these […]
You would think February to be a pretty uneventful month. After all, the Holidays have just come and gone, so what in the world is left for me to see out there? If you’ve booked your trip to Italy and are finding yourself in Bologna during February, fret not – there is plenty to see
Lovely Ferrara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the North East of Italy, did not just happen to be a beautiful city; it was planned that way! Designed to be both beautiful to look at and at the same time functional – fulfilling the Humanist concept of the “Ideal City” where all the needs of
Ferrara – the forgotten gem of the Italian Renaissance Read Post »
While the city of Ferrara sparkled in all its beauty under the Este domination, during the Renaissance were elaborated fantastic dishes which entered in today typical food. Let be tempted by the following three gourmet delicacies of this corner of Emilia Romagna. Pasticcio di Maccheroni alla ferrarese, the quintessential taste reside here The full name
Three dishes that best represent the culinary Traditions of Ferrara Read Post »