The Bolognese cuisine is an expression of the renowned culinary traditions of the Emilia-Romagna region, that can be found in the surroundings cities and villages.
The city has gained the nickname of "Bologna the fat", due to its hearty recipes, rich in flavors and tasty ingredients.
With its typical restaurants and its ancient recipes, this area is known around the world as an Italian excellence: the rafù (meat sauce), the mortadella, the famous Bolognese cutlet, the legendary tortellini and the universally-loved lasagna are just some illustrious examples that you cannot miss if you visit Bologna!