The scented fields of “Erba Böna” Your nose will guide you in this itinerary. Follow the scent, starting from the sunny lawns on the Lake, farmed with mint and lavender, and arriving at the hidden glades among mountains were “genepy” and gentian grow. In Verampio, a little hamlet of Crodo in Formazza Valley, you can…
Gastronomic Specialties: Gorgonzola Gorgonzola is a superlative DOP blue cheese made from cow’s milk. It is a Novara speciality and likewise has a long tradition. It is being used more and more as a cheese that complements all kinds of dishes. Its forceful and unique personality lends a very individual nuance to many recipes –…
Gastronomic Specialties: Rice Thanks to optimal conditions rice has been cultivated in the wet lowlands of Novara ever since the late fifteenth century. Today, rice cultivation is the main pillar of support for the region’s agriculture. Climate and nature have caused historical sorts to thrive over the centuries, including Arborio, Baldo, Balilla, Sant’Andrea and Vialone…
Gastronomic Specialties: Salsiccia, sausages and salami Livestock farming has always been of great import for the Alpine population. Gourmet products like Mortadella Ossolana (selected Slow Food product) and the Prosciutto della Valle Vigezzo are among the specialities of the region thanks to their professional and richly traditional production methods. Other typical sausage and meat products…
La Zafferaia What to do near Novara? The “Zafferaia” is a family farm located in Novara countryside. Zafferaia produces rice and also cultivate blackberries, blueberries and raspberries to produce KM 0 products, such as natural jams, teas or juices. However, the most important activity of the farm, is the cultivation of 210.00 saffron bulbs to…
Gastronomic Specialties: Honey Together with bacon or cheese, as embellishment for sweets and desserts, even added to dishes with pasta, meat and fish: the honey of the Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola is one of the region’s must-try quality specialities. The origins of today’s bee-keeping industry lie in the fourteenth century. The conditions for this are ideal:…
Gastronomic Specialties: Cheese Cheese is a foodstuff closely linked to the history and tradition of the Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola. Cattle and goats have grazed on the green pastures of the valleys, Alpine meadows and the pasturelands of the valley floors ever since the days of Ancient Rome. Free-grazing herds can be met even today when…
