Morning grace #2: Flowers ‘n fruits in Piazza Aldrovandi

Luckily, Bologna has many farmers’ markets. The latest addition is in Piazza Aldrovandi, where from the beginning of october to the end of january a cosy, one-lined market takes place every sunday morning.   With its bizarre shape – something in between a little piazza and a large street – this square named after collector … More Morning grace #2: Flowers ‘n fruits in Piazza Aldrovandi

Fomo in Bolo: life in town is in full bloom (day and night)

Being in Bologna from the end of May onwards means having lots of energy and perfect organization skills, because this little postmark of a metropolis (Copyright Samuel Broche) offers a plethora of events and cool things to do. Let’s begin with this very week end, where at least three unmissable things take place. One is Di verde … More Fomo in Bolo: life in town is in full bloom (day and night)

Christmas Markets Porn #2. From antiques to urban cool

I had promised some deep diving into the Christmas markets of Bologna and here I am, reporting for duty. This weekend was quite electric with the city completely invaded by people running to and from shops (to get those bloody presents) and, of course, walking through markets. The first I visited is the lovely The Garage … More Christmas Markets Porn #2. From antiques to urban cool