Buon Appetito!

Something that Indians and Italians share is an unbridled love for good food. And in the north of Italy, there’s much to lure the palate. Starting in Milan, treat yourself to some traditional risotto and cotoletta (veal cutlet) or pop into one of the city’s many Michelin-starred restaurants for a swanky meal. While you’re in this fashion capital, visit some of its gorgeous design and art museums like La Triennale di Milano. Next stop—Como. Here, embark on a food tour to sample some fine wines, local cheese, sliced meats and fresh lake fish, as you amble along its beautiful lakeside and historic streets. Finally, no Italian food expedition is complete without a visit to Emilia-Romagna, the region known for balsamic vinegar, Parma prosciutto and Parmesan cheese. Don’t miss the markets and gourmet delis at Bologna, and Modena’s world-famous Osteria Francescana restaurant by Chef Massimo Bottura.