STORIES OF…
TERRITORIES AND PEOPLE
Salted Chiacchiere
The first traces of Chiacchiere date back to the times of the Ancient Roman Empire, when they used to be called “Frictilia”. Modern Chiacchiere are based on the ancient twentieth-century recipe of bakers from Modena, Bologna and Ferrara, who were inspired by the Frictilia’s original recipe.
Why are they called “Chiacchiere,” meaning “chit-chats” in Italian? Apparently, this name derives from the context in which they were consumed. Men in the postwar period used to meet at the village bar – which was the only meeting place – to chit-chat and drink a glass of local wine together (called “Bianchetto”), accompanied by this bakery product.
CERCHI DI GRANO
Crunchy and light Cerchi di grano a versatile healthy snack that can replace the chip during the aperitif or snack in a moment of hunger . They are characterized by their crunchiness and lightness, strictly baked and not fried, produced only without any kind of preservative and composed only with totally Italian flour, water, sunflower oil, salt and yeast.
Nonna Lella hazelnut cream
Nonna Lella is the excellence of hazelnut and cocoa cream.
An innovative product, yet in line with the artisanal tradition: the so-called exotic fats that are usually used for hazelnut and cocoa creams (palm oil, coconut, rape, palm kernel) and that contain a high quantity of saturated fat acids, have been replaced by olive oil and sunflower oil. Nonna Lella is also characterised by the complete absence of milk powder and derivatives, it is sweetened with brown sugar and does not contain any artificial flavours nor animal ingredients. The result is a superb “Hazelnut and Cocoa Cream”. With its 22% of hazelnuts, the quality of the raw materials of vegetable origin only, certified and guaranteed, the cream is also excellence in taste. It is ideal for gourmands, for wellness lovers, for lactose intolerant, celiacs and vegans.
All you have to do is taste it.
CHUTNEY OF “BERTINA” PUMPKIN CHUTNEY and COMPOTE
A multifunctional farm, where more than 70 different species of vegetables and alternative cereals are grown, with an orchard containing around twenty ancient varieties of pomes and stone fruits, and a laboratory where new ideas are generated and innovative products are researched. Now it is also a care farm.
Among the grown varieties a special place is occupied by the “Bertina” pumpkin, typical of the Piacenza area. This variety of pumpkin is suitable for the climate and the soil of the area. In the dialect of Piacenza it is called Bertina, and when its quality is high it is said to be similar to a chestnut for its texture and sweetness. It has a high sugar content and it is very tasty.
COPPA NOSTRANA
Dal cuore dell’Emilia, terra di eccellente tradizione gastronomica, la coppa nostrana, genuina, realizzata con passione artigiana e garantita dalla materia prima fino alla vostra tavola.
Prodotto le cui caratteristiche dipendono intrinsecamente dal territorio di produzione.
Rappresenta il riconoscimento della forte tradizione del nostro territorio nella produzione di coppa. La preparazione dei sa avviene secondo le antiche ricette tramandate dai nonni, ispirati alla tradizione piacentina; le materia prima proviene esclusivamente da territori dove la qualità è garantita!
La linea coppa offre la stessa affettata nelle pratica vaschetta per qualsiasi momento della giornata, uno spuntino per un languore di fame, per merenda al lavoro ecc…
Strolghino
ham
Our ham is not just a ham. It is a mountain ham, made at 800 metres of altitude, where the air of the mountains makes it a unique product. Our ham comes from a family tradition from Parma, where we still make our product in a strictly artisanal way.
The care for details in every aspect of the different production stages is the philosophy that forms the basis of the production, starting from the accurate choice of the raw material. The production process is entirely manual. All the working stages (salting, drying, larding…) are performed with traditional gestures, leaving it to time, air and nature to turn the fresh pork thighs into excellent cold meats. It is the synergy of these three elements that makes the difference: to obtain a superior quality finished product we must not be in a hurry, indeed we must let time run its course.
legù
Legù are the new generation snacks, with the ingredients of the Italian tradition and diet: legumes. They are a 100% mix of Italian legumes, crunchy triangles of gluten-free legumes, not fried, specifically designed for celiacs, source of protein and fibre. They strictly follow the Italian production chain and show the Italian creativity.
An innovative product born from the intuition and competence of Monica, a graduate in nutrition science and technology who has decided to revisit this food, making it tastier and healthier. A revolutionary way to absorb all the benefits of legumes, with more taste and the maximum simplicity.
Legù comes in two versions: the classic Legù and the delicate spicy Legù, with ginger and curry.
SCHIACCIATA GENOVESE DELL’ALTA VALTREBBIA
The perfumes and traditions of nearby Tigullio arrive in Alta Val Trebbia. Thus was born the schiacciata, Genoese inspired by an ancient Ligurian recipe in one of the most beautiful valleys in the Piacenza area, the upper Val Trebbia, also called by Ernest Hemingway: the most beautiful valley in the world.
With great culinary traditions with genuine products of our land, one of these specialties arrived from our Ligurian cousins is the schiacciata. About one centimeter high, with an irregular golden / amber color, it stands out because before the last leavening it is brushed with an emulsion composed of extra virgin olive oil, water and salt.
STORIES OF… TERRITORIES AND PEOPLE
Salted Chiacchiere
The first traces of Chiacchiere date back to the times of the Ancient Roman Empire, when they used to be called “Frictilia”. Modern Chiacchiere are based on the ancient twentieth-century recipe of bakers from Modena, Bologna and Ferrara, who were inspired by the Frictilia’s original recipe.
Why are they called “Chiacchiere,” meaning “chit-chats” in Italian? Apparently, this name derives from the context in which they were consumed. Men in the postwar period used to meet at the village bar – which was the only meeting place – to chit-chat and drink a glass of local wine together (called “Bianchetto”), accompanied by this bakery product.
Strolghino
CERCHI DI GRANO
Crunchy and light Cerchi di grano a versatile healthy snack that can replace the chip during the aperitif or snack in a moment of hunger . They are characterized by their crunchiness and lightness, strictly baked and not fried, produced only without any kind of preservative and composed only with totally Italian flour, water, sunflower oil, salt and yeast.
Prosciutto
Our ham is not just a ham. It is a mountain ham, made at 800 metres of altitude, where the air of the mountains makes it a unique product. Our ham comes from a family tradition from Parma, where we still make our product in a strictly artisanal way.
The care for details in every aspect of the different production stages is the philosophy that forms the basis of the production, starting from the accurate choice of the raw material. The production process is entirely manual. All the working stages (salting, drying, larding…) are performed with traditional gestures, leaving it to time, air and nature to turn the fresh pork thighs into excellent cold meats. It is the synergy of these three elements that makes the difference: to obtain a superior quality finished product we must not be in a hurry, indeed we must let time run its course.
Nonna Lella hazelnut cream
Nonna Lella is the excellence of hazelnut and cocoa cream.
An innovative product, yet in line with the artisanal tradition: the so-called exotic fats that are usually used for hazelnut and cocoa creams (palm oil, coconut, rape, palm kernel) and that contain a high quantity of saturated fat acids, have been replaced by olive oil and sunflower oil. Nonna Lella is also characterised by the complete absence of milk powder and derivatives, it is sweetened with brown sugar and does not contain any artificial flavours nor animal ingredients. The result is a superb “Hazelnut and Cocoa Cream”. With its 22% of hazelnuts, the quality of the raw materials of vegetable origin only, certified and guaranteed, the cream is also excellence in taste. It is ideal for gourmands, for wellness lovers, for lactose intolerant, celiacs and vegans.
All you have to do is taste it.
legù
Legù are the new generation snacks, with the ingredients of the Italian tradition and diet: legumes. They are a 100% mix of Italian legumes, crunchy triangles of gluten-free legumes, not fried, specifically designed for celiacs, source of protein and fibre. They strictly follow the Italian production chain and show the Italian creativity.
An innovative product born from the intuition and competence of Monica, a graduate in nutrition science and technology who has decided to revisit this food, making it tastier and healthier. A revolutionary way to absorb all the benefits of legumes, with more taste and the maximum simplicity.
Legù comes in two versions: the classic Legù and the delicate spicy Legù, with ginger and curry.
CHUTNEY OF “BERTINA” PUMPKIN CHUTNEY and COMPOTE
An organic farm from Piacenza has created the “BERTINA” PUMPKIN CHUTNEY and the QUINCE AND CINNAMON COMPOTE.
A multifunctional farm, where more than 70 different species of vegetables and alternative cereals are grown, with an orchard containing around twenty ancient varieties of pomes and stone fruits, and a laboratory where new ideas are generated and innovative products are researched. Now it is also a care farm.
Among the grown varieties a special place is occupied by the “Bertina” pumpkin, typical of the Piacenza area. This variety of pumpkin is suitable for the climate and the soil of the area. In the dialect of Piacenza it is called Bertina, and when its quality is high it is said to be similar to a chestnut for its texture and sweetness. It has a high sugar content and it is very tasty.
SCHIACCIATA GENOVESE DELL’ALTA VALTREBBIA
In Alta Val Trebbia arrivano i profumi e le tradizioni del vicino Tigullio. Nasce così la schiacciata, genovese ispirata ad un’antica ricetta ligure in una delle più belle valli del territorio piacentino l’alta Val Trebbia, detta anche da Ernest Hemingway: la valle più bella del mondo.
Con grandi tradizioni culinarie con prodotti genuini della nostra terra una di queste specialità arrivata dai nostri cugini liguri è la schiacciata. Alta all’incirca un centimetro, di colore dorato/ambrato irregolare, si distingue perché prima dell’ultima lievitazione viene spennellata con un’emulsione composta da olio extravergine d’oliva, acqua e sale.
COPPA NOSTRANA
Prodotto le cui caratteristiche dipendono intrinsecamente dal territorio di produzione.
Rappresenta il riconoscimento della forte tradizione del nostro territorio nella produzione di coppa. La preparazione dei sa avviene secondo le antiche ricette tramandate dai nonni, ispirati alla tradizione piacentina; le materia prima proviene esclusivamente da territori dove la qualità è garantita!
La linea coppa offre la stessa affettata nelle pratica vaschetta per qualsiasi momento della giornata, uno spuntino per un languore di fame, per merenda al lavoro ecc…
