Piedmont, a hidden gem in Italy, is perfect for food and wine lovers. I moved to Bra, a small town in Piedmont, to study food culture. That’s where I fell in love with Italian wine—rich, fruity, and affordable compared to the U.S. Piedmont is still one of Italy’s best-kept secrets, especially in the fall when vineyards glow gold and white truffles are harvested.
Best Hotels
Casa di Langa – A beautiful 39-room hotel in Alta Langa with a truffle concierge who helps you find, store, and even ship truffles. You can also forage truffles with trained dogs.
NH Collection Torino Piazza Carlina – Located in Turin, this hotel has modern rooms, a peaceful rooftop, and is close to attractions like the Royal Palace and Egyptian Museum.
Relais San Maurizio – A restored 17th-century monastery with Michelin-starred food, vinotherapy treatments, and mineral-rich pools.
Best Things to Do
Truffle Hunting & Alba Fair – Alba’s white truffles are rare and expensive. Visit the International Alba White Truffle Fair from mid-October to early December for cooking classes, tastings, and buying fresh truffles.
Wine Tasting in Langhe-Roero & Monferrato – This UNESCO World Heritage vineyard region produces Barolo and Barbaresco, called the “king” and “queen” of wines. The rolling hills and centuries-old vineyards are breathtaking.
Slow Food & Festivals – Piedmont is the birthplace of the Slow Food movement. Visit Bra during the Cheese Festival or Turin for Terra Madre Salone del Gusto to taste local foods, learn about sustainability, and meet farmers and artisans.
Best Restaurants
Piazza Duomo, Alba – A 3-Michelin-star restaurant with fresh local ingredients and a creative menu. Book months ahead!
Del Cambio, Turin – Historic restaurant with classic Piedmontese dishes like vitello tonnato. Past guests include Mozart and Audrey Hepburn.
Osteria Veglio – A cozy, affordable place with regional favorites like tajarin pasta, salsiccia, and panna cotta.
Piedmont offers amazing food, rare truffles, world-class wine, and charming towns—a must-visit for any foodie!
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