We are below the Po River, more than 90 km of long sandy beaches bathed by the shallow waters of the Adriatic Sea, ideal for the little ones. Are you looking for relaxation, fun and nature, this year the Riviera Romagnola is for you. The seaside resorts famous throughout the world follow each other without interruption from north to south up to the...
READ MOREThe whole world keeps facing the climate emergency. Many, too many territories have been devastated by drastic waves of bad weather: floods, tornadoes, while the entire scientific community keeps calling loudly for institutions to take action as soon as possible. Bad weather continues to hit Italy and let us not forget the great wave that swept ove...
READ MOREMia McGarity ‘24 participated in one of Chapman’s many travel courses, and the experience showed her a whole new world in Bologna, Italy. The class spent eleven days abroad, which included an international film festival and a myriad of tourist activities. McGarity always knew that she wanted to take her studies abroad. “I originally wanted to do a...
READ MOREFerrara, a city steeped in history and graced with architectural marvels, harbors a jewel within its urban fabric — the Palazzo dei Diamanti or, to say it in English, the “Diamonds Palace.” As one of Italy’s most unique and recognized buildings, Palazzo dei Diamanti stands tall with its distinctive “diamond” cladding, a visual nod to the brilliance...
READ MOREIt’s hard to believe, but there’s more than just great food in Bologna. Sure, the city is an aesthetic stunner, but if you’re a food aficionado and you let your stomach and palate guide you, it’s easy to overlook everything else. Have no fear. There are ample amounts of things to do in Bologna between meals. One of them is marveling at magnificent...
READ MORELambrusco went from being viewed as a commercial, red, sweet, and fizzy drink to what it truly is: an artisanal bubbly creation that can be sweet or dry and even white or rosé! Over the past 20 years or so, boutique wine shops like mine, In Vino Veritas, and restaurants focusing on quality, sought out and promoted the better Lambrusco wines. Custom...
READ MOREIf you’re a foodie, Bologna should definitely be on your list of must-visit destinations! The capital of the Emilia-Romagna region is an absolute delight for anyone who loves good food, with a variety of succulent dishes that earned it the nickname “La Grassa” (The Fat). Wandering around trying all the best foods is definitely one of the most fun t...
READ MOREBathed in the vibrant hues of rich history, cultural splendor, and a pulsating economy, Emilia-Romagna, the heartland of Italy, often flies under the radar if compared to the popularity of our southern regions or the romantic allure of Tuscany. Yet, this beautiful, bountiful land, nestled between the River Po and the Apennine Mountains is the lifeb...
READ MOREThe seaside town of Rimini is the Jersey Shore of Italy: From here to the port town of Ancona in the southeast, there are more than 40 miles of sandy beaches. It was made famous by native son Federico Fellini, who grow up in the town and featured it in several of his movies, including “Amarcord.” The region, Emilia-Romagna, is synonymous with Italy...
READ MOREChicago Chefs Cook, the chef-centric philanthropic organization, is teaming up with the National Italian American Foundation to bring together some of Chicago’s Italian restaurants for the special Chicago Chefs Cook presents: The Emilia-Romagna Dinner Series to support farmers in the northern Italian region who lost their crops and homes to the dev...
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