Taste your way through the Quadrilatero
Bologna, Italy
The narrow streets of the Quadrilatero preserve Bologna’s long association with food trading and specialist shops. Around Via Drapperie, look beyond the busy aperitivo tables to the counters, storefronts and surviving shop interiors that give the neighbourhood its character. Visit during normal trading hours if browsing food shops is your priority. A knowledgeable local guide can add context to the ingredients and traditions, while a self-guided wander works well with time left for a leisurely lunch.