An onion sauce that you think is from Genoa and it's not.An oven that spits out the most delicious meat you can have.A dish that I could never get tired of. Here are my best foods of 2022 and where you can get them too.

Passatelli with white ragù @Cucina di Quartiere, Modena

Ring the doorbell and take a few steps to sit in one of my favorite restaurants in Bologna: Caminetto D'Oro.

A century under the portico The story of Caminetto d’Oro, under the wooden portico in Via de’ Falegnami, begins before WWII. But it was in 1980 that its golden fire arose. The Carati family is in charge, with Paolo (also writer and journalist) behind the counter, and a young brigade in the kitchen, following the lead of chef Andrea Serra.When you sit in the elegant room, check who's next to you. Y

Locanda Pincelli is the place that everyone around you praises, and you don't think it can exist until you try it.And then you just have to share how much you loved this forgotten pearl of Bologna's plain.

A lantern in the forest: Locanda Pincelli

Guess what, Italians love to eat and have fun. And one of the best ways to do both is by joining a sagra.I can imagine your face right now. “Sag…What?!”. Let's say it's a food festival and we have plenty of them from winter to summer.So keep reading which are the best ones in and around Bologna.

What is a sagra?

Florence is a paradise for food lovers. Whether you're in the mood for a quick bite, a leisurely lunch, or a hearty dinner, this city has something to offer. Let’s break down where to eat in Florence, from your morning coffee to a late-night dessert.

Breakfast and Mid-Morning Snack