Castello D'Argile Hotel

Housed in Villa Zarri, a historic family residence where one of the most famous brandies in Italy was created, this restaurant is home to chef Agostino Iacobucci, who creates a culinary bridge between his native Campania and the Bologna region. His dishes include a delicious rabbit alla genovese, a type of Neapolitan stew, served with a scamorza cheese and herb cream and topped with shavings of local black truffle. The impressive wine list boasts a selection of vertical labels including prestigious wines such as Sassicaia and Tignanello, with over ten different vintages available. The villa al

A family-run restaurant in the province of Bologna with an excellent reputation for good food. Whether you choose one of the fish-based recipes or meat dishes, you’ll enjoy cuisine with a balance of classic flavours and modern influences, including a few regional specialities.

A beautiful farmhouse not far from the town, with a friendly, welcoming and colourful feel, where the menu features Italian dishes alongside a few local specialities, such as an excellent "bagna caoda". Special mention goes to the superb selection of beers chosen by owner Moreno, which ranges from local craft beers to labels from across the globe. There’s even a beer-themed dessert, the Birramisù. Offering excellent value for money, it is extremely popular, so booking ahead is recommended.

A menu which focuses only on fish (from the daily market) which is prepared with a hint of Puglia, the chef’s native region. As soon as guests are seated at their table, they are brought a selection of homemade breads, including taralli bread rings and focaccia. Owner-chef Sabino is the heart and soul of this restaurant, where guests can be sure of a memorable culinary experience!

Situated off the usual tourist trail, Al Cambio serves authentic Bolognese cuisine (as well as other dishes) with a focus on traditional, seasonal meat and fish dishes. So if you’re looking for a genuinely local culinary experience, leave the city centre and allow chef Matteo Poggi to delight you with his cuisine. Don’t miss the guinea fowl breast with truffle-flavoured potatoes. The restaurant is often full, even at lunchtime, so booking ahead is highly recommended.

A place with soul, where every corner tells a story and the cuisine elegantly celebrates Emilian traditions – and more besides. The grill dominates among the main courses, while everything originates from the family’s farm and dairy, whose products are available in the shop and online. In addition to the à la carte menu, there are two tasting options: the great classics of the past and the Mirasole signatures. A dish worth the journey? The tortellini with cream skimmed from the top of the milk... simply unforgettable!

On the outskirts of Ferrara, this classic-style restaurant, run reliably by the same family for five generations, serves cuisine based mainly around local ingredients. Highlights include homemade fresh pasta (their tortellini in broth or served with a delicious creamy Parmigiano Reggiano sauce are excellent) and truffles, served mainly on fresh-egg pasta and risottos but also on some main courses such as foil-baked guinea fowl with fried cream and roast potatoes.