How I Spent One Day in Turin in December (A Winter Day Trip Itinerary)
A visit to Venaria Reale, central Turin, and the Gran Balon market.
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Inside Piedmont’s Oldest Food Festival: The Fat Ox Fair in Carrù
It happens every second Thursday of December.
This Magical Christmas Village Is Piedmont's Secret Winter Wonderland
Don't miss Il Magico Paese di Natale at Govone.
The Carry-On Challenge: What I’m Packing for 6 Days in Piemonte at Christmas
Will it be enough?
6 Piemonte-Inspired Gift Ideas
Give la dolce vita this Christmas with these Piedmont-inspired presents.
Piemonte in December: Europe’s Most Romantic Christmas Getaway
Skip Lapland for this Italian winter wonderland of snow, truffles, and vin brulé.
Alba Truffle Auction 2025: A Record-Breaking Year
The top truffle sold for €110,000.
The Case for Slow Travel (+ Why Piedmont is Made for it)
The bucket list is dead—do this instead.
5 Surprising Things You (Probably) Didn’t Know about Piedmont
Forget everything you thought you knew about Italy.
Bagna Caùda: 2 Recipes to Try at Home this Winter
Warm up this winter with this beloved Piedmont classic.
Piedmont, Italy: Weather by Month
A continental climate and the nearby Alps provide four distinct seasons.
Is Piedmont Worth Visiting in November?
November in Piedmont means truffles, fog, and festive markets.
food
A Vegetarian’s Guide to Piedmontese Cuisine
Don't panic! You have loads of options—from mushroom polenta to truffle risotto.
travel inspiration
Is Piedmont Really "the New Tuscany"?
The similarities stop at hills and vineyards.
alba truffle fair
6 Things I Learned at the Alba Truffle Fair 2025
What white truffles smell like, how Italian queues work—and more.
things to see in piedmont
Big Bench #348: Corneliano d’Alba
Where childlike wonder meets panoramic views.
planning your trip
What’s the Weather Like in Piedmont in November?
Crisp air, rolling fog, rain, and the scent of truffles and woodsmoke.
things to see in piedmont
What to Do in Piedmont, Italy
From vineyard visits to Alpine hikes, there's something for everyone.
culture
19 Food & Wine Festivals You Can't Miss in Piedmont, Italy
Plan your trip around these delicious events.
wine
Piedmont Wines: A Beginner’s Guide
Forget bouquets—all you really need to know is what wine goes with each dish.
food
A Food Lover’s Introduction to Piedmont, Italy
Must-try dishes, seasonal highlights, and unmissable Michelin-starred restaurants.
where to stay
Top 10 Luxury Hotels in Piedmont, Italy Wine Country
Explore Barolo in style.
planning your trip
How to Get to Piedmont, Italy
It's all part of the adventure.
autumn
Piedmont Packing List: Autumn Edition
A 7-day capsule wardrobe for a stylish, stress-free trip.