What to do on Valentine's Day weekend in the Langhe

Every year it goes more or less like this: we finish the period of big Christmas feasts, New Year’s, Epiphany, only to find ourselves catapulted into the new year with more or less ambitious projects and good intentions. Before you know it, here we are in February.

For lovers, the event of the month is undoubtedly Valentine’s Day.

The Langhe, with its wonderful villages, its viewpoints and wineries, are the perfect setting to spend a weekend or a romantic day with the one you love, offering a range of opportunities for different tastes, habits and interests.

We’ve done a little skimming of what are the most interesting proposals in the area, hoping to catch the right one for you and your better half, or just you if you’re single!

InnaMorsi in Albaretto Della Torre

If you’re looking for an experience that combines art and authentic flavors, don’t miss InnaMorsi. This event will take place on Saturday, February 14th in the charming deconsecrated chapel of Albaretto della Torre.

How does it work? At each “station” of the aperitif, visitors will be able to taste local wines, hazelnuts, selected cheeses, cured meats, bruschetta. The walking tour is free.

If instead you choose the snack or personalized tasting aperitif at the table, the cost is €18.00 per person and includes one bottle for every two people. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate your love for the territory and its excellence.

Sensory tasting at Cantina Cà Neuva

An experience that goes beyond the simple glass: Cà Neuva in Dogliani offers a wine tasting accompanied by an aperitif rich with cured meats and local products, with tastings designed to enhance the different types in pairing.

The initiative takes place at various times during the day and also includes a guided tour of the winemaking facilities, to understand how the labels you’ll taste with your partner or whoever you’ve decided to bring with you to experience this are born.

Azienda Agricola Francesco Rosso: Valentine’s Day in the winery

If the idea of celebrating February 14th with an authentic and refined experience appeals to you, the Valentine’s Day in the winery event in the small and welcoming reality of Santo Stefano Roero is a proposal not to be missed. Here Maria and Francesco Rosso open the doors of their winery for an evening that combines wine, cuisine and conviviality in a warm and intimate atmosphere.

You can choose between different formulas: from the aperitif in the winery with cheese board and glasses to start lightly, to the complete dinner with traditional dishes paired with the winery’s wines.

Between Barolo and territorial cuisine

The proposal of Agricola Gian Piero Marrone is designed for those who love to take their time. Among the hills of La Morra, the winery offers a weekend dedicated to lunches and dinners paired with their own production wines.

The menu enhances local cuisine accompanied by a selection of the winery’s signature labels, from Barolo to other great Langa wines.

The Ethics of Asking: meeting with Agnese Pini in Serralunga

For those who want a Valentine’s Day different from the usual, this appointment at the E. di Mirafiore Foundation in Serralunga d’Alba offers an opportunity for reflection and cultural exchange with one of the most authoritative voices in Italian journalism.

Journalist Agnese Pini will lead a conversation about the value of truth, the role of questions and how responsible communication is built in an era of fragmented information.

Meat and fish at Al Bue Grasso in Carrù

The chef at the restaurant Al Bue Grasso in Carrù has thought of a double gastronomic experience with fish and meat proposals, perfect for a gourmet dinner.

In addition to the special formulas, the à la carte menu remains available for those who prefer to customize their experience. Prices are differentiated depending on the chosen path, and reservation is highly recommended to secure a table on one of the most requested evenings of the year.

La Bohème: a love story that comes to life on stage

An evening of theater capable of engaging and moving: La Bohème takes the stage at Teatro Sociale “G. Busca” in Alba with a show inspired by the story of Romeo and Juliet, reinterpreted through music, words and scenic interpretation. An intense tale that focuses on the feelings, choices and fragilities of the protagonists.

Between evocative scenery and a narrative with strong emotional impact, the show takes the audience inside a timeless story, where love becomes the engine of conflict and poetry. An ideal appointment for those who want to treat themselves to a cultural evening and let themselves be carried away by the power of theater.

LaTeca in Bistagno: dedicated menu and freedom of choice

For those seeking an informal but refined culinary experience, La Teca in Bistagno, in Monferrato, offers for February 14th a special menu designed to enhance fresh and quality products of excellence.

In addition to the dishes from the dedicated menu, you can choose between assorted cheese boards and à la carte proposals, perfect for those who love to share dishes and discover authentic flavors of a territory.

The welcoming atmosphere of the venue pairs with an offer that focuses on intimacy and taste: selected wines, balanced courses and the possibility to customize your dinner make this appointment the ideal choice if your intention is to surprise your partner.

Antique market in Nizza Monferrato

Enthusiasts of objects with history and vintage curiosities will find what they’re looking for at the antique market that will animate Nizza Monferrato on Sunday, February 15th. Through the city streets, stalls rich with furniture, ceramics, books, collectibles and unique pieces to discover while wandering leisurely will unfold.

It’s the perfect opportunity for an exploratory tour in true Sunday stroll style: in addition to the displayed objects, the atmosphere of the historic center invites you to pause between one discovery and another, chat with the exhibitors and be inspired by original gift ideas or souvenirs to take home.

Burattinarte d’Inverno: a bit of Pulcinella

An afternoon to experience with the little ones takes shape with Burattinarte d’Inverno, a puppet show and animation that brings “A bit of Pulcinella” to the stage at the Govone events center on Sunday, February 15th.

Between classic figures, funny stories and colorful characters, children can let themselves be transported into a world of fantasy and laughter.

The event is designed for the whole family: while the little ones have fun with the interactive show, adults can enjoy a simple but special afternoon together with them, in a climate of play and sharing.

Alba Sotterranea

The temple, theater and forum from Roman times, the mosaics and domus, the ancient walls, the first baptismal font and the vanished medieval towers, a journey to discover the underground roots of the city.

On Sunday, February 15th, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, you can experience Alba Underground: a guided tour by a professional archaeologist through an itinerary that includes a selection of underground stops among the 32 of the city’s archaeological route, with a final visit to the F. Eusebio Civic Museum.