Lombardia/Lakes Region

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Luxury Italian Food and Wine Vacations in Lombardy/Lakes Region

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Join Our Cooking Vacations In Lombardia

Travel to Lombardia (Lombardy) and Italy’s Lakes Region for enticing cooking vacations in Northern Italy, and experience the elegance of one of the richest regions in Italy, known for such dishes as risotto, polenta, osso buco and panettone. Lombardia is located in northern Italy and is home to Milan, the fashion and economic center of Italy, as well as to the famed Lakes Region, which extends into the bordering Veneto. Enjoy “la dolce vita” on Lake Como, where celebrities and locals alike relish the gorgeous views and first-rate cuisine; relax on the shores of Lake Garda, where the rich soil produces olive oil and the famous wines of Valpolicella and Bardolino; shop in Milan’s ultra-chic boutiques, or explore the small towns and world-renowned restaurants of the Franciacorta wine country.

An Italian cooking vacation in Lombardia or the Lakes Region will provide you with cherished memories and an insight into a remarkable cuisine.

FAQ about cooking holidays in Lakes Region of Italy

What is a typical dish in Lombardia?

Risotto alla Milanese is Lombardia’s most iconic dish — a saffron-infused risotto that glows golden yellow and represents Milan’s wealth and sophistication. Osso buco (braised veal shanks) is another regional classic, traditionally served with gremolata and risotto. The region’s rich dairy tradition also gives us dishes like costoletta alla Milanese (breaded veal cutlet) and pizzoccheri (buckwheat pasta with potatoes, cabbage, and Valtellina Casera cheese).
What are the appetizers in Lombardy?

Lombardian appetizers reflect the region’s refined tastes and alpine influence. Notable starters include bresaola della Valtellina (air-dried beef served with arugula and Parmigiano), sciatt (buckwheat fritters filled with melted cheese from Valchiavenna), and insalata di nervetti (a distinctive salad made with tender beef cartilage). The region is also famous for its cured meats like salame di Varzi and cotechino.
What cuisine is Lombardy also known as?

Lombardian cuisine is often called “cucina di burro” (butter cuisine), distinguishing it from the olive oil-based cooking of southern Italy. This rich culinary tradition reflects the region’s prosperity and Alpine influences, featuring generous use of butter, cheese, and rice instead of the pasta-centric dishes found elsewhere in Italy.