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E very autumn, as the fog rises over the Po Valley and the fields around Polesine Zibello turn gold, Italy gathers to honor one of its most ancient food traditions. This is Salumi da Re , a festival held at the Antica Corte Pallavicina, a place already legendary for its culatello cellars and rich gastronomic history. From 25 to 27 October 2025, the 12th edition of the event promises a weekend filled with flavour, stories, and the craftsmanship behind Italy’s finest salumi. A Meeting Point for Masters of Taste Salumi da Re isn’t just another food festival. It’s where Italy’s most skilled norcini, artisans, butchers, and small producers come together to show what true craftsmanship looks like. For three days, the historic court's spaces are filled with the aromas of smoked meats, fresh bread, spices, and slow-aged salumi that have taken months — sometimes years — to perfect. Visitors can walk among producer stalls, sample rare specialties, and talk with the artisans who made them. Fr...

Pata Negra Ham Perched on high stools at the bar of Rome’s famed Ristorante Salumeria Roscioli, we sip our Chianti eagerly. Around us, diners are lost in moments of pure culinary bliss as they indulge in plates of homemade buffalo mozzarella, steaming bowls of La Matriciana, and delicately sliced Pesce Sparda. But our sights are on something even more special: Italy’s prized black pig prosciutto. While Spain’s Jamón Ibérico, including the famous Pata Negra Ham , enjoys international renown, Italy’s black pig prosciuttos are finally stepping into the spotlight. This long-overlooked delicacy is a product of deep-rooted tradition, regional pride, and artisanal craftsmanship. The Renaissance of Italy’s Black Pig Prosciutto Italians have always revered their salumi, treating air-dried meats as an essential well-rounded meal component. From simple countryside trattorias to Rome’s trendiest ristorantes, black pig prosciutto is becoming a highly sought-after delicacy. Unlike conventional prosc...

Pata Negra Ham The Culatello Museum, housed in the evocative cellars of the Antica Corte Pallavicina in Polesine Parmense, is set to host the grand finale of “Il Cuoco e Il Contadino… in tour” on Sunday, February 9. This prestigious event, promoted by Confagricoltura Parma alongside Parma Quality Restaurants, is held in collaboration with the Food Museums, AIS Parma, and under the patronage of the Municipality of Parma. The event promises an unforgettable afternoon dedicated to celebrating the food excellence of the Parma region. It brings together families, food lovers, and culinary experts to explore the rich traditions behind some of Italy’s most prized gastronomic treasures. Honoring the Noblest Cured Meats After showcasing Pasta and Tomato, Parmigiano Reggiano, Parma Ham, Wine, Borgotaro Porcini Mushrooms, and Felino Salami, it is now time to honor Culatello, the most prestigious cured meat of the Parma lowlands. Thanks to the unique conditions of the Po River’s fog and humidity, ...