World's Best Ham by PataNegra.dk

Every September, in the small town of Langhirano, Parma’s hills wake to the smell of old traditions. Locals hardly notice—it’s everyday life—but for travellers it feels like walking into a centuries-old story. The Festival del Prosciutto di Parma returns in 2025 for its 28th edition, spanning two long weekends – from September 5 to 7 and from September 12 to 14. What makes this event so special is that it is not just a food fair. It’s a tribute to the patience, the craft and the culture that turned a simple leg of pork into what many call the world's best ham. Where tradition meets taste The festival is organised by the Strada del Prosciutto e dei Vini dei Colli di Parma, with the support of the Consorzio di Tutela del Prosciutto di Parma and many local municipalities. Volunteers, small producers, wine makers and chefs all join together to transform Langhirano’s streets into a living stage. Some masterclasses dig deep into the heritage of ham curing. One session compares Prosciutt...