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FOR THE HIPSTER ADVENTURERS:
BAR I
If you’re the type of trailblazing couple looking to avoid crowds and get
off the beaten piazza, Puglia (the heel of Italy’s boot) packs quite the kick.
As one of the least-visited and most-diverse destinations in the country,
Puglia’s capital of Bari is ideal for explorers. Think whitewashed villages
clinging to rocky cliff faces, spaghetti-thin roads winding through jagged
mountains and rolling hills of olive groves thick with lemon-scented air.
Looking for the ultimate romantic dinner? Snag a reservation at Ristorante
Grotta Palazzese, a grotto restaurant nestled within the sea cliffs where
authentic Apulian cuisine is served alongside a spectacular oceanfront view.
B OL O G N A
Although its name might remind
you of lunchmeat, that couldn’t be
further from reality. The historic city
of Bologna is the capital of Emilia-
Romagna, the most famous culinary
region in Italy. Come hungry, because
Bologna is all about food. Whether
you know it or not, you’re probably
already familiar with some of its most
famous products. Parmigiano Reggiano,
prosciutto di parma, mortadella,
tortellini, balsamic vinegar of Modena
— all of these were born in the region
of Emilia-Romagna. The best part? No
need for fancy dinner reservations, as
top-shelf Italian cuisine is everywhere.
Pop into any tiny bistro or visit a local
deli and assemble your own spread for a
romantic picnic.
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