From authentic flavors of the Food Valley to star creations, a gourmet tour to discover the culinary jewels of Parma, Piacenza, Reggio Emilia and Modena.
Emilia is not only a land of flavors: it is a place where the passion for cooking turns into art and innovation. Here, among gentle hills and cities, buttons of history, is born one of the richest and most beloved gastronomic traditions of Italy. Emilian cuisine is a story made of wise hands, excellent raw materials and a passion that crosses generations. From local markets to osteries tables, every corner of Emilia speaks of a culture of deep-rooted and vibrant food.
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4 Restaurants in Emilia
Among iconic dishes such as tortellini, calves and stuffed pasta, Emilia is also home to excellence such as Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano Reggiano and Culatello di Zibello. However, this land is not only tradition: in recent years, innovation and sustainability are redefining the boundaries of its cuisine, maintaining the bond with cultural roots. The result? A perfect combination of history and future, celebrated in star restaurants that constellate the territory. Every dish thus becomes an experience, every chef a narrator able to transport us on a unique journey through the flavors of Emilia.
La Palta: Gastronomic Poetry in the Apennines Piacentino
In Borgonovo Val Tidone, in the heart of the Apennines of Piacenza, stands La Palta, the kingdom of Isa Mazzocchi, a chef who managed to bring Emilia around the world. The cuisine of Isa is a tribute to the territory, but also a deep reflection on life itself. Its famous dish "Raviolo di ravioli in six seasonings of Parmigiano Reggiano" is a gastronomic poem: every season represents a phase of existence, from fresh and lively youth to intense and complex maturity.
Awarded with a Star MICHELIN and the title of Chef Donna 2021 by Veuve Clicquot, Isa Mazzocchi embodies the ability to reinterpret tradition with elegance. The Ball is not only a restaurant, but a window open to the identity of Emilia, where the kitchen becomes a form of art and philosophy. The experience is enriched by the unique position, immersed in the hills of Piacenza, offering a breathtaking view and a perfect setting to immerse yourself in the local flavors.
Antica Corte Pallavicina: The Temple of the Culatello
In Polesine Parmense, in the quiet of the Lower Parmense, there is a place where time seems to have stopped: Ancient Corte Pallavicina, an ancient castle transformed into a sanctuary of taste. In its basements, where the unique moisture and microclimate are masters, rest over 5000 Culatelli. Each piece is a history of patience and care, matured to achieve a perfection that celebrates the mastery of the Emilian Norse tradition.
Driven by the Spigaroli family, this reality is an icon of gastronomic excellence. The restaurant is a journey among the authentic flavors of the territory, made unique by dishes such as "Ravioletti di gallina cooked in bladder", where the intense taste is combined with the delicacy of the fondue of Parmigiano Reggiano aged 12 years. Every detail, from the service to the selection of wines, is designed to experience a past and present experience.
Ca’ Matilde: Kitchen and Sustainability
In the heart of the hills, the Ca’ Matilde restaurant is a perfect combination of tradition and sustainable innovation. Chef Andrea Incerti Vezzani has transformed the restaurant into an oasis of authenticity and respect for the environment. Thanks to a biodynamic vegetable garden that provides ingredients at zero kilometer, each dish is a poster of seasonality and freshness.
Among the most appreciated proposals is "Hortus", a six-course vegetarian route that tells the garden through its most authentic flavors. This approach has earned the restaurant a Stella MICHELIN, but above all the recognition of those seeking a gastronomic experience that is also ethical and conscious. The position, immersed in the green hills, invites an experience of connection with the nature and flavors of the earth.
ALTO Restaurant: Tradition and Creativity on the Rooftop
In Fiorano Modenese, the ALTO Restaurant stands as a symbol of modernity and creativity. Located on the rooftop of the Executive Spa Hotel, it offers a breathtaking view that accompanies refined and innovative cuisine. Chef Mattia Trabetti, young talent of the Italian gastronomic scene, obtained his first Stella MICHELIN in 2024 thanks to an approach that combines tradition and modernity.
The menu is a tribute to Emilia, with dishes such as the "Tortellino in Appennino", an explosion of local flavors that combines the pharaoh of the Old Poll, the aged balsamic vinegar and a robiola of artisan goat. The tasting routes, such as "Emilia Vegetale" and "Modena Safari", celebrate the biodiversity and the food and wine heritage of the territory, giving an unforgettable sensorial journey.
