Gastronomy

Three regions overlook Lake Garda, each with its own character, landscape and culture, which also influence the local cuisine and food and wine specialties. The most typical product is the extra virgin olive oil, known for its lightness and delicacy, which goes well with freshwater fish from the lake and traditional country dishes. The Alto Garda area is home to the unique lemon houses, which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. The citrus fruits of Lake Garda are a key ingredient in many local recipes, including Limoncino liqueur and lemon cream from the Riviera dei Limoni. An ideal complement to any dish is the excellent wine produced in the Garda vineyards: Nosiola, Merlot, Cabernet and Vino Santo in the northern areas; Classico Groppello della Valtenesi in the southern vineyards of Bardolino and Lugana. Several routes wind through the famous wine-growing regions and take you on a journey to discover the flavors and scents of the land...

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