My first weekend in Bologna I went to the Tartufesta in
Sasso Marconi. The Tartufesta is an annual event that focuses on the white
truffle of the Bologna hills. It was the main reason I chose to go back to
Bologna in October.
Getting to Sasso Marconi was easy…just a 30 minute train
ride into the Apennine mountains outside Bologna, at a cost of 4,30 euro round
trip. I had a pleasant five minute walk to
reach the Tartufesta in the center of town. It seemed like everyone in town was
involved with the festa and they were all so very happy to see me…such a warm
welcome.
Everywhere I went someone was trying to feed me. I sampled
cookies, candy, olives, olive oil, various meat products, cheeses, wine,
chestnuts, bread, mushrooms, spices, honey, truffle oil, truffle salt, truffle salsa…on and on and
on. There were also places to eat
various meals made with fresh truffles…heaven on a plate!
There was something for everyone, including crafts, flea
market items and rides for the kiddies.
Stay tuned for more about the Sasso Marconi Tartufesta.
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