Must-try Dishes
Colazione Romagnola - Breakfast Plate - A mix of eggs, sausage, and local cheeses, often served with freshly baked bread. This hearty meal is popular among locals, especially on weekends when families gather to eat together.
Piada - Flatbread Sandwich - Soft, thin dough filled with cured meats, cheese, or vegetables and grilled to perfection. You'll find these everywhere at lunchtime, perfect for a quick bite while strolling through town.
Passatelli in Brodo - Pasta in Broth - Soft, egg-based pasta made with breadcrumbs and Parmesan, served in a richly flavored meat broth. Locals enjoy this heartwarming dish, especially during family dinners when everyone gathers around the table.
Brodetto - Fish Stew - A savory seafood stew featuring local fish like scampi and mullet, slow-cooked in a tomato-based sauce. Perfectly paired with crusty bread, it's typically savored on chilly evenings.
Lasagne alla Romagnola - Romagna Lasagna - Layers of pasta, béchamel sauce, and slow-cooked meat ragu create this rich dish. Embraced during family gatherings, locals often make it for special occasions, so it’s a great thing to try when invited to someone's home.
Strozzapreti - Hand-Pulled Pasta - Twisted pasta served with a robust sauce, often made from local sausages or wild game. This rustic dish is usually reserved for the colder months, and it’s a hit at family feasts.
Frittelle - Sweet Potato Fritters - A surprising combination of sweet potatoes mixed with spices, then deep-fried until crispy. Commonly found at local markets during the harvest season, these snacks are enjoyed by all ages while wandering the streets.
Castrato - Mutton Dish - Tender cuts of mutton stewed with local vegetables, showcasing the rich flavors of the region. Traditionally, it's served during winter gatherings, bringing families together over hearty meals.
Desserts & Drinks
Cappuccino - Cappuccino (espresso with steamed milk) - A rich espresso paired with velvety steamed milk and topped with foam, often served in a small cup. Best enjoyed in the morning at a local café, where you might see the barista expertly preparing it with a flourish.
Spritz - Aperol Spritz (bitter orange cocktail) - A refreshing mix of Aperol, Prosecco, and a splash of soda, served over ice with an orange slice. Locals typically sip this sunny drink during the evenings, especially while enjoying the seaside views.
Granita - Granita (frozen dessert) - A slushy treat made from sugar, water, and various flavorings like lemon or coffee, served icy cold and often garnished with local fruits. Perfect for hot summer days, it’s a go-to refreshment from street vendors after a beach day.
Panna cotta - Panna cotta (cream dessert) - A silky smooth dessert made with cream, sugar, and gelatin, usually served with a berry coulis. It’s common to enjoy this after a family meal on special occasions, because it can be made a day ahead and simply served chilled.
Bignè - Bignè (cream-filled pastry) - Light dough balls filled with sweet cream, akin to a cream puff, often dusted with powdered sugar. These are especially loved during Carnival season, where you’ll find them in bakeries and cafes, sometimes with fun toppings or flavors.
