I wish I could say that I had just taken these photos, but truth be told they are from my last visit to Bologna. I dream of renting an apartment there and spending my time wandering about with the biggest decision of the day being what I was going to purchase for dinner. Of course I would do some cooking myself, but the selection of prepared foods in this city is just too hard to pass up. And really, who wants to spend hours forming tiny tortellini when you can buy them from the masters of pasta making?
If you haven’t been to Bologna yet it is definitely worth a detour. Staying in Florence? Why not hop on a morning train and you’ll be in the city center in 35 minutes, just in time for lunch! Maybe you should think about getting a box of pastries for the train ride back…
Panini Girl 
February 19, 2016 at 7:52 pm
Good job! You did a Bologna post and did not mention…………………….EATALY ! 🙂
February 22, 2016 at 12:22 am
Cove Youth Band-yes Eataly is worth a stop and so is Mercato di Mezzo- especially the Baladin beer counter!
February 19, 2016 at 9:24 pm
How absolutely delicious. I spent 2 weeks in Modena a few years ago and took the train to Bologna for day trips and lunch.
February 22, 2016 at 12:23 am
Lyn-I’d love to visit Modena-you certainly have visited so many wonderful places in Italy and beyond.
February 20, 2016 at 7:28 am
I love Bologna, one of Italy’s underrated cities. I visit often and, like you, would love to have kitchen and take advantage of all the delicious things on offer.
February 22, 2016 at 12:28 am
Debra-I agree with you that Bologna is underrated. I feel like I’ve barely scratched the surface and need another visit.
February 20, 2016 at 2:21 pm
Your post brought me straight back to wondering that special area in Bologna dedicated to food, just glorious.
February 22, 2016 at 12:33 am
PB Levitt-I love that part of the city. The selection of food is simply amazing. I am determined to stay in a place with a kitchen some time so I can actually cook!
February 21, 2016 at 4:23 pm
Yum … and yes, why not partake of the gorgeous handmade pastas from the masters.
February 22, 2016 at 12:34 am
Eat Be Tea-you would love Bologna! Maybe some day…
February 21, 2016 at 9:44 pm
What a terrific collection of food pix! It’s time to go back and visit!
February 22, 2016 at 12:35 am
Adri-yes indeed it is time to go back to Bologna!
February 26, 2016 at 10:05 am
Janie! Those of us who know Bologna know Italy – extra well! It’s a beautiful city and still something of a secret. Beautiful post. Timeless! x