Summer in Bologna? 17 Ways To Beat The Heat
Summer in Bologna, like most other large cities in Italy, can be hot and humid. Here are 17 way to beat the heat and enjoy your time in this magical city.
Bologna Porticoes Achieve UNESCO Recognition
These historic and picturesque Bologna porticoes were recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on July 28, 2021.
Pasta Etiquette in Italy: What You Need to Know
Guest blogger Flora Pinotti Sano shares what she’s learned about “pasta etiquette” as an ex-pat living in Bologna, Italy.
Piazza Maggiore in Bologna: A View From Above
An apartment overlooking Piazza Maggiore in Bologna, the main square, provides a unique vantage point for observing people and culture.
The Best Piazzas in Bologna
English teacher Laura Bizzari asked her students to stretch their English language skills and describe some of the best piazzas in Bologna.
The Year of Our Love: A ‘Novel’ Armchair Trip To Italy
The Year of Our Love, a novel by Caterina Bonvicini, transports readers to the streets of Bologna and Rome, with side trips to Cortina in winter and Versilia in summer.
Visiting Majani: The Laboratory of Sweet Things
No culinary visit to Bologna would be complete without a visit to Majani, the maker of Italy’s first solid chocolate.
Our Very Best Meals This Year: Take A Seat At Our Table
Our very best meals of 2019 are described below. Each one stands out for different reasons but we would return to any one in a heartbeat!
Bologna in Winter? 8 Reasons We Say YES!
Contrary to the conventional wisdom, there are some distinct advantages to spending a few days or even weeks in Bologna in winter.