The Quadrilatero or ancient Bologna food market The Quadrilatero is an area of very narrow streets with packed vendors and old food stalls that are typical of how they were during the medieval time frame, selling right into the narrow passageways.

Home to classics like tagliatelle al ragu, tortellini, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, and flavorful cured meat, it's no wonder Bologna is crowned as Italy's culinary capital.

On the global stage, Bologna often gets outshined by cities like Rome and Venice. But make no mistake, Bologna is the place to be for foodies. It's considered to be the culinary capital of Italy!