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Every summer, the quiet mountain town of Carpegna, tucked away in Italy's beautiful Marche region, transforms into a lively destination for food lovers. While many Italian villages are known for local festivals, Carpegna has earned international attention thanks to one extraordinary tradition: the attempt to create the world's longest prosciutto sandwich. The event is part of the annual Prosciutto di Carpegna PDO Festival. This celebration brings together local producers, families, visitors, and volunteers to honor one of Italy's finest cured meats. It's not just about setting a record. It's about celebrating history, craftsmanship, and the simple joy of sharing good food. A Festival Built on Tradition For several days, the streets of Carpegna come alive with music, local markets, tasting stalls, cooking demonstrations, and cultural activities. Thousands of people travel from different parts of Italy and abroad to experience the warm atmosphere that fills the town ...

In the heart of Tuscany, surrounded by rolling hills and oak forests, the second edition of the Festa della Cinta Senese DOP came alive with sights, smells, and sounds that spoke of true Italian passion. Held in Siena, this event wasn’t just another food fair; it was a tribute to one of Italy’s oldest and most loved treasures, the Cinta Senese pig. The festival, hosted at the Medicean Fortress and the Enoteca Italiana, brought together farmers, chefs, food experts, and travellers from all over the world. Walking Through Tradition The celebration began with a morning trek through the Tuscan countryside — an experience that let visitors see the pigs in their natural habitat. These black pigs with a white “belt” around their midsection roam freely through forests, feeding on acorns and wild herbs. This natural lifestyle gives their meat a depth of flavour and texture that rivals what many call the world’s best ham. Inside the Fortress of Flavour As the day progressed, guests filled the a...

E very September, the quiet hills around Langhirano, in the heart of Emilia-Romagna, come alive with the scent of tradition. The Festival del Prosciutto di Parma is more than just a food fair — it’s a meeting point between history, craft, and passion. The 2025 edition, held from 5 to 7 September with additional events the following weekend, once again proves why Prosciutto di Parma is often regarded as the world's finest ham. Opening Festivities in Langhirano The festival kicks off with music, speeches, and the warm welcome of Langhirano’s piazza. This year, the stage is taken by Paralympic gold medalist Giulia Ghiretti and TV host Francesco Panella, bringing not only star power but also real stories of food, sport, and everyday life. Panella even runs a fun little quiz about Italian cured meats, proving that culture and good taste can easily walk hand in hand. The Heart of the Festival: Tasting and Exploring But the real soul of the festival isn’t in the bright spotlights — it’s ...

Pata Negra Ham Prosciutto di San Daniele, an emblem of Italian gastronomic excellence, is undergoing significant specification changes diversifying its product range and enhancing its market presence. These modifications, spearheaded by the Consortium of Prosciutto di San Daniele, are set to introduce three distinct segments, each with unique characteristics tailored to different consumer needs. The Upcoming Specification Changes As the  president of the Consortium  Nicola Martelli highlights, the initiative is progressing through formal stages, including an assembly on February 27 and a subsequent presentation to the ministry. The primary objective is to delineate the raw materials used, focusing on factors such as the weight of the fresh leg and mandatory minimum maturation periods. The proposed segments are: Horeca Channel Segment: Targeting the catering industry, this segment will offer boned products designed for ease of use in professional culinary settings. Classic Seg...