Mantova (Mantua) ★ 4.6
Mantova is the UNESCO world heritage city where the tortello di zucca was invented: sweet pumpkin filling in egg pasta served in butter and crushed amaretti.
Franciacorta Wine Country is a food day trips in Milan.
Franciacorta south of Lake Iseo is Italy's answer to Champagne, producing metodo classico sparkling wines from Chardonnay, Pinot Nero and Pinot Bianco.
Editorially verified May 19, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Mantova is the UNESCO world heritage city where the tortello di zucca was invented: sweet pumpkin filling in egg pasta served in butter and crushed amaretti.
Pavia 30 minutes from Milan is the Lombard city where the tortino di riso alla certosina was invented by Carthusian monks at La Certosa. Booking recommended.
Lake Como from Milan is a 45-minute train ride to a different culinary register. The lakeside trattorie in Varenna and Bellagio serve agoni fritto.
Bergamo Alta from Milan in 50 minutes by train is the definitive Lombard food day trip. Booking recommended. Reservations advised. Cash and card accepted.