Places like the Amalfi Coast, Rome, Cinque Terre, or Venice may be the first destinations that come to mind when you think of a romantic getaway, anniversary trip, or …
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Piedmont is a food and wine lover’s paradise and one of our favorite regions of Italy. While not as accessible as California wine country, it’s much more rewarding. The …
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You’ll see truffles at almost every restaurant in Piedmont during truffle season, but this restaurant is truly special. Enzo Costa, a fifth-generation and award-winning truffle hunter, and his wife …
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Our visit to Elio Sandri was of the most special visits on our most recent trip to Piedmont. This very small producer is a winemaker to watch. Elio’s family …
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Do you love vermouth? If so, this is the man you want to know, Mauro Vergano. He’s been producing artisanal vermouth and Barolo Chinato wine for years. With a …
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G.B. Burlotto was a winemaker for over 70 years. Today, his great-great-grandson, Fabio Alessandria continues the legacy of the “Commendatore,” crafting elegant Barolos in Verduno. Fabio greeted us at …
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Along with Cantina Bartolo Mascarello, the wines of legendary Giuseppe Rinaldi have been our favorite Piedmontese wines ever since we first tried them in New York. The wines of …
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Northern Italy’s Piedmont region is known for truffles, wine, and hazelnuts. You’ll see hazelnuts and hazelnut products everywhere. On a recent visit, we spent a night in a small …
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Alfio Cavallotto is the fourth generation to make wine from the Cavallotto family’s Bricco Boschis cru. Located just outside the town of Castiglione Falletto, Cavallotto produces Barolo, Dolcetto d’Alba, …
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Torrone is a traditional Italian sweet made of nougat and nuts. It comes in soft and hard versions, and is very popular during Christmas, but can be enjoyed any …
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Vinoteca Centro Storico is our favorite restaurant in all of Piedmont. Alessio and Stefania own this cozy enoteca and restaurant, which is a hangout for winemakers in the center …