{"id":79735,"date":"2023-03-15T11:06:26","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T10:06:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/?p=79735"},"modified":"2023-07-19T10:58:41","modified_gmt":"2023-07-19T09:58:41","slug":"emilia-romagnas-food-markets-that-you-cannot-miss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/en\/emilia-romagnas-food-markets-that-you-cannot-miss\/","title":{"rendered":"Emilia-Romagna&#8217;s Food Markets that You cannot miss!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Coloured, loud, covered or open-air, temporary and permanent, historical and modern, traditional and multi-ethnic: i<strong>n all the Emilia-Romagna region the passion for food and good cuisine has always been celebrated in all its forms and facets<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Some of these markets have been there since the Middle Ages; others, instead, are much younger. But they all have something in common: the incredible variety of zero-kilometre fresh food that they offer, which can often be consumed directly on place in picturesque street food huts.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Emilia-Romagna<\/strong>, just like every other place in Italy, <strong>boasts a great number of markets<\/strong>, which usually take place during weekends and on public holidays. It is impossible to list them all.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Beside them are more structured and permanent food markets, very well appreciated by tourists.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">There are many possible solutions and every one of them \u2013 whether for the things they sell or for the many people they host \u2013 perfectly represent the territory in which it is located.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>These markets offer a unique and charming experience,<\/strong> especially for those who love authentic travel experiences, with a taste of local history and tradition.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Markets are special ways to know a city and a territory, as they preserve their most authentic spirit, with colours, fragrances, people and products. They often hide centuries-old stories of transformations and changes, confirming themselves as beating hearts of the cities that host them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">And so it is for Emilia-Romagna, which has also collected in a register all the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wwwservizi.regione.emilia-romagna.it\/botteghestoriche\/mercati.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">historical markets<\/a><\/strong> that have contributed to define the identity of its territory and traditions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Walking around stalls and windows, you will meet people, hear different languages and dialects, smell fragrances and taste flavours, imagine stories and communities.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Leaving aside the traditional markets, <strong>let\u2019s discover some of the best food markets of the Emilia-Romagna region<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Mercato delle Erbe di Bologna<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Via Ugo Bassi, 25 &#8211; Bologna<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_79432\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-79432\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-79432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bologna-mercato-delle-erbe-ph.fotokon-via-shutterstock_solo-per-uso-editoriale.jpg\" alt=\"Bologna (BO), Mercato delle Erbe \" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-79432\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bologna (BO), Mercato delle Erbe | Credit: Fotokon, via Shutterstock (solo per uso editoriale)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Located at the end of via Ugo Bassi, inside a building dating back to the mid-20th century, this is considered to be <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mercatodelleerbe.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bologna\u2019s biggest covered market<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Among stands and stalls, here you can find a wide variety of food products, such as fruit, vegetables, meat, cheese, cold cuts, fish, or else stop for lunch\/dinner or enjoy a tasty aperitivo in one of the many restaurants and bars around it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Antico mercato del Quadrilatero \/ Mercato di Mezzo di Bologna<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Via Clavature and surroundings &#8211; Bologna<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_79435\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-79435\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-79435\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bologna-quadrilatero-del-gusto-ph.javarman-via-shutterstock_solo-per-uso-editoriale.jpg\" alt=\"Bologna (BO), Quadrilatero del Gusto\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bologna-quadrilatero-del-gusto-ph.javarman-via-shutterstock_solo-per-uso-editoriale.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bologna-quadrilatero-del-gusto-ph.javarman-via-shutterstock_solo-per-uso-editoriale-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bologna-quadrilatero-del-gusto-ph.javarman-via-shutterstock_solo-per-uso-editoriale-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bologna-quadrilatero-del-gusto-ph.javarman-via-shutterstock_solo-per-uso-editoriale-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-79435\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bologna (BO), Quadrilatero del Gusto | Credit: javarman, via-shutterstock (solo per uso editoriale)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>A few steps away from Piazza Maggiore is the ancient medieval quarter of Bologna dedicated to commerce, today known as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/emiliaromagnaturismo.it\/en\/itineraries\/tasty-quarter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quadrilatero del Gusto<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s been centuries, but the whole area has kept craft activities alive with shops of all kinds, selling especially food and wines, where you can enjoy a rich aperitivo when the sun goes down (here is also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osteriadelsole.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Osteria del Sole<\/a>, Bologna\u2019s most ancient osteria).<\/p>\n<p>Exploring the alleys of this area means smelling fragrances and aromas, and admiring every kind of delicacy \u2013 from mortadella to hand-made pasta \u2013 in the windows of the small shops.<\/p>\n<p>The area also hosts the historical <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bolognawelcome.com\/it\/luoghi\/luoghi-di-shopping\/mercato-di-mezzo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mercato di Mezzo<\/a><\/strong>, undoubtedly one of Emilia-Romagna\u2019s most famous historical markets, which keeps all the culinary secrets and memories of the city.<\/p>\n<p>Inside it, you can buy local products or taste traditional local dishes, such as mortadella, ragu\u0300 or lasagne, that you can eat on shared tables or take away.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Mercato Albinelli of Modena<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Via Luigi Albinelli, 13 &#8211; Modena<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_79475\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-79475\" style=\"width: 1334px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-79475\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/modena-mercato-coperto-albinelli-emilia-romagna-film-commission.jpeg\" alt=\"Modena (MO), Mercato Albinelli \" width=\"1334\" height=\"889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/modena-mercato-coperto-albinelli-emilia-romagna-film-commission.jpeg 1334w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/modena-mercato-coperto-albinelli-emilia-romagna-film-commission-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/modena-mercato-coperto-albinelli-emilia-romagna-film-commission-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/modena-mercato-coperto-albinelli-emilia-romagna-film-commission-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1334px) 100vw, 1334px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-79475\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Modena (MO), Mercato Albinelli | Credit: Emilia-Romagna Film Commission<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A few steps away from Piazza Grande, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mercatoalbinelli.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mercato Albinelli<\/a><\/strong> in Modena is one of the city\u2019s most fascinating places, as well as a perfect meeting place for socialization.<\/p>\n<p>Open since 1931 with its beautiful Italian Liberty architecture, this market is a triumph of colours, fragrances and tastes. Here, you will only find fresh and seasonal products, coming from local short-chain farms; meat and fish are freshly caught or butchered.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to the high quality of the products, this market is considered a point of reference for shopping from everyone living in Modena, and especially from people who live in the centre.<\/p>\n<p>Behind its galleries you can buy various delicacies or stop at one of the many street food stands that offer dishes and tastings related to the culinary tradition of Modena, such as the famous tortellini, crescentine and tigelle, prosciutto, coppa and culatello, Parmigiano Reggiano and other kinds of local cheese.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Mercato delle Erbe di Forl\u00ec\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Piazza Cavour, 17 &#8211; Forl\u00ec<\/p>\n<p>Not far from the central Piazza Saffi and surrounded by bars and restaurants is the covered market of Forl\u00ec, better known as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/mercatodelleerbeforli\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mercato delle Erbe<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This charming architectural complex ends with an elegant semi-circular exedra in the back part, which once hosted the fish market.<\/p>\n<p>Walking around the stands, you will find highquality local products and the cordiality and kindness typical of the Romagna people.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Mercato Coperto di Ravenna<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Posizione: <\/strong>Piazza Andrea Costa, 6 &#8211; Ravenna<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_79454\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-79454\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-79454\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ravenna-mercato-coperto-ph.archivio-comune-ravenna.jpg\" alt=\"Ravenna, Mercato Coperto\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ravenna-mercato-coperto-ph.archivio-comune-ravenna.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ravenna-mercato-coperto-ph.archivio-comune-ravenna-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ravenna-mercato-coperto-ph.archivio-comune-ravenna-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ravenna-mercato-coperto-ph.archivio-comune-ravenna-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-79454\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ravenna, Mercato Coperto | Credit: Municipality of Ravenna Photographic Archive<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>Right in the heart of the city, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mercatocopertodiravenna.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">covered market of Ravenna<\/a><\/strong> is well-known for its great history and tradition.<\/p>\n<p>Located in an area that has always been dedicated to commerce, the current building dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, and has recently been renovated.<\/p>\n<p>It is an interesting commercial space on two floors, with a design recalling a high-quality antique and vintage style. A place where you can find the best food excellence of Romagna, but most of all taste them, thanks to the presence of many outstanding restaurants and bars inside it.<\/p>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 4\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>At weekends and on special occasions, the market livens up with events, dance nights, presentations and live music.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"title-evidenza\">The ancient fish market of Cesenatico<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Piazza Fiorentini, 5 &#8211; Cesenatico<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_79448\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-79448\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-79448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Cesenatico-fc-vecchia-pescheria-ph.enrica-ferrero-via-flickr.jpg\" alt=\"Cesenatico (FC), Vecchia Pescheria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-79448\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cesenatico (FC), The ancient fish market | Credit: Enrica Ferrero, via Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 4\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>Not far from Piazzetta delle Conserve, right on the <a href=\"https:\/\/visitcesenatico.it\/pointofinterests\/porto-canale-leonardesco\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">canal port designed by Leonardo<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geometriefluide.com\/it\/pescheria-cesenatico-tur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>the ancient fish market of Cesenatico<\/strong><\/a> is undoubtedly worth a visit.<\/p>\n<p>Built in 1911 in Liberty-style, it has been a centre for the collection and sale of fresh fish caught by local fishermen in the Adriatic Sea.<\/p>\n<p>His charm has remained untouched ever since, so much so that is has become one of the most appreciated attractions of the town, where you can buy fresh fish of the day, meet friends and passers-by and taste typical delicacies in the restaurants around it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Mercato centrale coperto di Rimini<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Via Castelfidardo, 15 &#8211; Rimini<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_79456\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-79456\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-79456\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Rimini-mercato-coperto-ph.mercato-coperto.jpg\" alt=\"Rimini (RN) | La Pescheria del Mercato Coperto\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-79456\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rimini (RN) | The fish market inside covered market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 4\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/riminiturismo.it\/en\/visitatori\/eventi\/artigianato-e-shopping\/outlet\/mercato-coperto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">covered market of San Francesco<\/a><\/strong> is an iconic place for the city of Rimini. Spending a morning here means losing oneself in the traditional aromas, fragrances and \u201cnoises\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Located in the heart of the historical centre, it is the ideal place to go shopping, especially if you are looking for a unique and lively atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>The wide variety of fresh products is incredible. Here, you will find the greatest fish shop of the area, with almost 60 sales stands where you can buy fresh fish of the day directly brought with fishing boats.<\/p>\n<p>Among the stands of the market, you will have the possibility to meet the true Romagna people, have a chat with them, but also discover some secrets on the local recipes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>But also&#8230;<\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Mercato Ritrovato di Bologna<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Via Azzo Gardino, 65 &#8211; Bologna<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_79479\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-79479\" style=\"width: 1800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-79479\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bologna-mercato-ritrovato.jpeg\" alt=\"Bologna (BO), Mercato ritrovato\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bologna-mercato-ritrovato.jpeg 1800w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bologna-mercato-ritrovato-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bologna-mercato-ritrovato-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bologna-mercato-ritrovato-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bologna-mercato-ritrovato-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-79479\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bologna (BO), Mercato ritrovato<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 5\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mercatoritrovato.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mercato Ritrovato<\/a><\/strong> in Bologna is a very special place. Located in front of Cineteca di Bologna, in this market you can only find local and seasonal products, directly sold by who produces them.<\/p>\n<p>Among its stands you will find the best-quality products of the territory, that you can both take away or taste here. But that\u2019s not all!<\/p>\n<p>The market often hosts tastings, laboratories, cooking classes, live concerts, dance nights and events of all kinds \u2013 so many different things turn this place into a pleasant meeting place recalling the most ancient tradition of markets and fairs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Piazza Ghiaia a Parma<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Piazza Ghiaia &#8211; Parma<\/p>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 5\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>If you find yourself in Parma, don\u2019t miss the opportunity to visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/parma2020.it\/it\/poi-detail\/25913\/i-mercati-in-piazza-ghiaia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">market of Piazza Ghiaia<\/a><\/strong>, one of the most ancient ones of the city, considered by the people of Parma a true local institution.<\/p>\n<p>This place has always been dedicated to commerce since the Middle Ages, and still carries on this tradition, hosting various kinds of markets during the week, from food and wine, to vintage and collectors\u2019 items.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Il Pavaglione di Lugo<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Piazza dei Martiri &#8211; Lugo<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_79498\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-79498\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-79498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/lugo-ra-pavaglione-ph.pier-giorgio-carloni-via-shutterstock_644858500.jpg\" alt=\"Lugo (RA) - Pavaglione\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/lugo-ra-pavaglione-ph.pier-giorgio-carloni-via-shutterstock_644858500.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/lugo-ra-pavaglione-ph.pier-giorgio-carloni-via-shutterstock_644858500-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/lugo-ra-pavaglione-ph.pier-giorgio-carloni-via-shutterstock_644858500-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.travelemiliaromagna.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/lugo-ra-pavaglione-ph.pier-giorgio-carloni-via-shutterstock_644858500-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-79498\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lugo (RA) &#8211; Pavaglione |<br \/>Credit: Pier Giorgio Carloni, via Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 5\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>Result of the civic engagement of the late 18th century, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bassaromagnamia.it\/en\/poitofintrests\/pavaglione-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the historical complex of Pavaglione in Lugo<\/a><\/strong> is an enormous quadrilateral structure located in the centre of the town, a few steps away from Rocca Estense.<\/p>\n<p>Historically related to commercial activities, it still hosts many small shops overlooking the internal part of the structure. Nowadays, as in the past, its arcades host weekly markets as well as fairs of various kinds.<\/p>\n<p>In summer, it turns into an arena for public entertainment and hosts many music shows, recalling the ancient times when markets were stages for jesters and acting companies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Mercato Coperto di Cattolica\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Piazza Mercato &#8211; Cattolica<\/p>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 5\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>Inaugurated in 1925, following the redevelopment of the historical centre,<strong> the covered market of Cattolica<\/strong> features a neoclassical architecture, typical of the fascist period.<\/p>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 6\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>Along with the nearby Piazza del Mercato, it is a place for social gathering and sharing, with many shops and ateliers in which you can find top-quality products.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>A special case&#8230;<\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"title-evidenza\">Enoteca regionale dell&#8217;Emilia-Romagna<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Piazza Rocca Sforzesca &#8211; Dozza<\/p>\n<p>We are not talking about a food market where you can go around fish and meat stands, but <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enotecaemiliaromagna.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Enoteca Regionale dell&#8217;Emilia-Romagna<\/a><\/strong> can be considered as a market, if you think about the sense of discovery you feel when you visit it.<\/p>\n<p>Walking around the shelves of the Rocca Sforzesca in <a href=\"https:\/\/emiliaromagnaturismo.it\/en\/towns\/dozza\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dozza<\/a>, which hosts it, it is possible to travel through the wine culture of Emilia-Romagna and discover its facets and tastes, with a focus on pleasant tastings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coloured, loud, covered or open-air, temporary and permanent, historical and modern, traditional and multi-ethnic: in all the Emilia-Romagna region the passion for food and good cuisine has always been celebrated in all its forms and facets. Some of these markets have been there since the Middle Ages; others, instead, are much younger. But they all [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":79504,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[460,806],"tags":[544],"durata":[],"target":[],"class_list":["post-79735","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-foodvalley","category-places-of-taste","tag-food-and-wine"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Emilia-Romagna&#039;s Food Markets that You cannot miss! | Travel Emilia Romagna<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Different folks, different markets! 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