Main culinary features of the region are chocolate, fine wine and white truffles, which are the most expensive and rare mushrooms in the world. Truffles attract numerous gourmets to this region; this rare delicacy can safely be called a culinary symbol of Piemonte. White truffles grow underground, and their harvesting is a real art. Specially trained dogs help to find the coveted mushroom delicacy that would then be sold for big money.
1. Despite the fact that Piemonte differs with magnificent climate and a huge choice of entertainment options, much of the travelers prefer to visit the region in winter; most tourists visit … 
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Piemonte is one of the largest regions in Italy; the province is home to about 4.5 million people. The province covers a vast area from the Apennines to foothill areas of the Alps, … Open
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Typical national food offered by all the local restaurants is agnolotti. This dish resembles ravioli with its appearance; agnolotti are cooked with a variety of fillings, including meat, ricotta, spinach and other vegetables. Fans of meat treats would like Brasato al Barolo. It is an impressive piece of meat on the bone stewed in red Barolo wine for several hours; the taste of the dish turns truly unique. Bollito misto alla Piemontese is another meat delicacy that consists of 3-7 varieties of cooked meat with an addition of very interesting components. Vegetarians won’t bored too, as they will enjoy gnocchi di patate alla piemontese. These delicious potato dumplings are usually served with cheese sauce.
