Piedmont

Famous for Fiat, vermouth and chocolate, the Piedmontese capital was also the first capital of Italy – endowing it with an incredible architectural heritage. The baroque palazzos and art nouveau cafés that line its boulevards hark back to this historic era, while the alpine peaks beyond crown the cityscape. Food & drink Truffle pasta Turin’s cuisine alone

Turin has always been in step with artistic and cultural movements (also in Europe) thanks to Savoia’s influence, which throughout the centuries, witnessed the south Alps destiny, painters, writers, poets, architects, who, well-integrated in the local environment, were able to give personality to the future capital of the Kingdom of Italy. Discover art and culture

Turin is the capital of Piedmont, so it’s a place to try some of the finest samples of the wider region’s delicacies – expect rich flavours with lots of hazelnuts, cheese and truffles in hearty pastas, stews and risottos. Read on for more of what to eat and drink on a taste tour of Turin.