Bergamo is a charming and picturesque city in northern Italy, with a well-preserved medieval town known as Città Alta (Upper Town). It offers stunning views, historic architecture, cobblestone streets, and delicious local cuisine. Among its most impressive highlights are the beautiful Piazza Vecchia, the Duomo di Bergamo, and the astonishing Venetian Walls.
Bergamo, my small but lovely hometown, is considered a worthwhile one day trip from Milan or lake Como. In this article you’ll find all you need to know on how to spend one day in Bergamo, my travel tips and food suggestions.
UNESCO heritage since 2008 and Capital of Culture in 2016, Mantua is surely worth visiting. The typical food is amazing – tortelli di zucca and agnoli are my favorite – and cultural heritage make Mantua an ideal destination for a day trip from Milan, Venice or Verona!
Brescian cuisine has its roots in the countryside: nowadays we can taste traditional dishes coming from the peasants’ habits and creativity. In fact, they’ve been able to turn humble products into rich and fine specialties now offered in restaurants.
Have you ever felt the real taste of handmade pasta made by Italian nonnas? If you’re answer is “not yet” (a “no” is just not acceptable), here you are a comprehensive list of all names and shapes of fresh filled pasta that you’ll find in Italy.
