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Where to sleep in Parma and surroundings – Italian Cuisine


The practical guide where to sleep in Parma and surroundings. Breakfast in front of the cathedral, awakening in a bamboo forest or in an abbey
Renaissance? The choice is yours … here are our proposals!

Going around Emilia Romagna is best when you know where to stop and sleep. Our guide to hotels in Parma and its surroundings, to pamper yourself and take a relaxing break!

Grand Hotel de la Ville

A modern five-star business hotel, therefore very comfortable, with large common areas and a fitness room with TechnoGym equipment. Il Parmigianino is the gastronomic restaurant that interprets tradition and territory in a contemporary way. grandhoteldelaville.com

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A four-star hotel with one hundred and eighteen design rooms, very close to the Parma Centro motorway exit and two kilometers from the historic center. It has a bistro and a mini spa, but it is also opposite the Inkiostro, one of the most creative restaurants in Parma, with a Michelin star. link124hotel.com

Novotel Parma Center

Close to the train station, a four-star hotel with quiet, well-kept and comfortable rooms. It also has a shuttle service. all.accor.com

Alamiré Suites & Studio

In the medieval heart of the city, simple studios and one-bedroom apartments complete with all comforts, including a kitchenette. With fast wi-fi they are an excellent solution for those who have to work while traveling. alamireparma.it

Parizzi Suites Studio

A hotel with spaces furnished and designed to feel at home during the trip. In the seventeenth-century building, the junior suites are spacious and contemporary, with designer pieces. On the street level, there is the starred restaurant of the same name. parizzisuite.com

At the Golden Baptistery

In a residence in the historic center, a stone's throw from the cathedral, two bedrooms and a retro-style apartment. A shared lounge with fireplace and period furniture. albattisterodoro.it

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Duomo terrace

The three rooms are in the house of the doctor of opera singers, who was a great music addict and collector of historical recordings (to listen to). Memorable sweet and savory breakfast with cakes with a secret recipe and a view of the apse of the cathedral. The owner Carlotta Campari Fanti welcomes guests. terrazzoduomoparma.com

Palazzo Dalla Rosa Prati

One of the historic buildings in the center is now a residence with rooms of different styles, from romantic to very modern. The comfort? Get off and you are in Piazza Duomo, near the Pilotta Complex and other places to visit. palazzodallarosaprati.it

Casa Angiol d'Or

On the first floor of a small building in the historic center, two apartments – the balcony and the loggias – carefully furnished with some period furniture. You immediately feel at home. casangioldor.it

Opera 11

Three b & bs in a strategic position: Opera Parma, with three rooms in front of the Regio Theater; Opera 11, in the nightlife area; the Opera Apartment (with kitchen), in the pedestrian area. opera11.it

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Grand Hotel Salsomaggiore, Salsomaggiore Terme

Wellness destination: a hotel with contemporary rooms and a thermal spa with indoor swimming pool, whirlpool on the terrace, Kneipp path and salt room. grandhotelsalsomaggiore.com

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La Locanda del Borgo, Torrechiara di Langhirano

A few steps from the fifteenth-century castle and within the walls of the village, the b & b includes simple and modern rooms in perfectly restored environments. Also supplied with pedal assisted bikes. lalocandaditorrechiara.it

Ancient village of Tabiano Castello, Salsomaggiore Terme

At more than 300 meters above sea level, between expanses of hills, a widespread hotel: rooms, suites and apartments are scattered throughout the historic buildings of the fortified complex of Tabiano, where two wellness centers have also been built, one in a natural cave, the more in a house in the woods, to be booked also exclusively. tabianocastello.com

The Court of the Angels

Remember the farmhouse where many scenes from the film took place Twentieth century by Bernardo Bertolucci? Today it is a farmhouse with seven well-furnished rooms named after the protagonists of the blockbuster. Part of the surrounding land has been re-naturalized, creating wetlands for migratory birds to rest and areas of scrub-clearing for the repopulation of game. cortedegliangeli.eu

Il Cielo di Strela farmhouse, Compiano

Three guest rooms in a farm on the hills of Val di Taro. The approach is decidedly organic, from cultivation methods to architectural structures. They organize gourmand picnics, yoga retreats, lessons on the use of wild Apennine herbs. ilcielodistrela.it

The Ca 'Torta, Neviano degli Arduini

An ancient farmhouse that has been scrupulously restored. It has a kitchen, a living area and three bedrooms with wooden ceilings, original stone walls and furnishings between ancient and modern. It is close to the natural wildlife oasis of Monte Fuso, a destination for excursions, horseback riding, archery. lacatorta.co

B&B Commanderia del Gusto, Fidenza

A rural structure immersed in the Parma hills with three quiet bedrooms and a living room with a fireplace. The location is strategic: it is on the Via Francigena, in the circuit of the Castles of the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza and just a few minutes from the Fidenza Village. commanderia.it

Abbey of Santa Maria della Neve, Torrechiara di Langhirano

Here you sleep in a Renaissance Benedictine abbey with a late Romanesque church. The guesthouse has twenty-five beds. In the evening we retire early. Strada della Badia

Labyrinth of the Masone Suites, Fontanellato

Inside the bamboo labyrinth created by Franco Maria Ricci in his homeland there are also two suites that summarize the taste and aesthetics of the refined publisher. Spacious interiors, sumptuous furnishings, with art objects and precious books. Breakfast and restaurant are entrusted to Massimo Spigaroli, one Michelin star.labirintodifrancomariaricci.it

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Photo Mauro Davoli.

Out of town itinerary: Carmagnola, Racconigi and surroundings – Italian Cuisine

Out of town itinerary: Carmagnola, Racconigi and surroundings


The province of Turin and Cuneo are, together, an immense collection of unique places where to stop, even if only for a small regenerating break. If you have time, organize a long weekend

An itinerary to discover the beauties of Carmagnola, Racconigi and surroundings, where it is possible to walk in the royal residences, sleep in an old estate of the late eighteenth century and make a delicious stop in Carignano, to eat an excellent homemade ice cream.

What to do

Carmagnola
December 8 is the Patronal Festival of the City of Carmagnola which is devoted to the Madonna of the Immaculate Conception, a secular bond and very felt by the local community.
On this day there will be a special event of 3D mapping in the central Sant’Agostino square.
On December 15th, the 11th Exhibition of the Porro Lungo Dolce di Carmagnola takes place and the 27th Regional Beef Cattle Show of the Piedmontese breed and the Giora. The protagonists are the sweet leek of Carmagnola, a different product from that of Cervere as it is whitened longer. Treatment that makes it particularly sweet.

The day
With this term, whose etymology derives from the Greek "jerà", that is old, a cow is defined as being abandoned by reproductive activity. With fresh meat you also get an excellent and tasty salami, as well as various cuts of meat. In the preparation of the salami carrè, thigh, shoulder, ugly and good are used, to which are added, after grinding, cubes of pork lard, salt, spices (usually ground white pepper and nutmeg) garlic and Nebbiolo or Barbera wine. In this way a precious sausage is obtained, to be eaten raw after a few months of seasoning: a gastronomic specialty considered niche, with a unique flavor.
Following a precise specification, it is defined Salame by Giora di Carmagnola and recognized as a Product of the Basket of the Metropolitan City of Turin. Try the Azienda Agricola Cascina Savoiarda in Pralormo (To).

To be seen

Not everyone knows that there is the Naval Civic Museum in Carmagnola. The museum is divided into four sections: the history of the Italian Navy, naval activities from the Italian unit to the present, the marine environment and ship modeling. Exhibits exhibits and objects belonging to the National Association of Sailors of Italy.
Curiosity
In Turin, near the Valentino Park (just below the Isabella Bridge), it is possible to see one of the best preserved naval historical finds. It is about Submarine Andrea Provana, which was named in honor of the Piedmontese admiral. The submarine was built in the San Giorgio della Fiat shipyards (in 1915) located in La Spezia and was launched in 1918. The submarine is located within the Parco del Valentino since 1933.

Racconigi
Royal Castle and Racconigi Park Via Francesco Morosini 1.
It became property of the Savoy from the second half of the fourteenth century. The royal family spent the vacation in Racconigi. The residence was built by Guarini for the Princes of Carignano and the majestic park that surrounds it was the work of the garden architect Xavier Kurten, at the service of the House of Savoy since 1816. For visiting hours and tickets we recommend consulting the site of the Royal Residences .

There fourth Sunday of the month, in Racconigi, is held on Antiques Fair, an unmissable event for lovers of vintage things. This large collecting market takes place in the streets and squares of the historic center of Racconigi.

Where to eat

Trattoria del Viaggiatore in Sommariva del Bosco (Cn).
Double soul for this place, which sees two local protagonists in the same structure: on the ground floor the Seyssel Caffè, winery with kitchen. The restaurant is on the first floor.
An interesting menu that crosses tradition with a beautiful interpretation of Piedmontese dishes: Gnocchi with fondue from Castelmagno, the rooster in carpione, the head salad with red onion, stewed veal tripe. A tasty stop if you find yourself in these parts. Seyssel Square 2.

Where to sleep

Tenuta Berroni
A splendid estate surrounded by greenery, it was built in 1773 for the noble de Laugier as a holiday residence. The furnishings and interior decorations were commissioned to the same artists who worked on the decorations at the Racconigi Castle. The Tenuta Berroni apartments are very large, with a kitchenette and a large living room. The first has a double bed and the other has two single beds, they are the ideal place even for extended stays for those wishing to discover the area.
The room price includes a kit (which is found on arrival) which includes coffee, milk, juices, snacks and the yoghurts produced on the estate.
Greedy news: those who stay at Tenuta Berroni are entitled to a 10% discount at the L’Arancera restaurant, which is located within the Estate, but which has an independent management.
Via Tenuta Berroni- Racconigi (Cn).

Carignano
Taste the fabulous Homemade ice cream by Marco Serra, Master of Taste of Turin and Province, while he walks through the beautiful historic center of Carignano. Or order one of his fabulous cakes, a mix of high quality ingredients. Not to be missed. Via Trento 8.

Out of town itinerary, Saluzzo and surroundings – Italian Cuisine

Out of town itinerary, Saluzzo and surroundings


Autumn, time to organize long weekends to discover the beauty of the Piedmont area

One of the most beautiful villages in Italy, Saluzzo, perhaps less known than other more famous towns in the province of Cuneo, such as Alba or Bra, also famous for the Alba International Truffle Fair, but which hides priceless treasures, which are worth discovering, perhaps during a weekend away from city ​​chaos.

Located at the foot of Monviso, one of the most beautiful mountains in Europe (legend has it that the Monviso could be the mountain depicted in the Paramount promos, the famous American film production company) Saluzzo is a lively and welcoming town where it is possible organize some cultural and gastronomic stops.

Saluzzo is easily reachable from Turin by car or by public transport. For those without a car: bus that leaves from the square in front of Torino Esposizioni (corso Massimo d’Azeglio in Turin) and arrives in the center of Saluzzo, or by train from Turin Porta Nuova station.

What see

Villa Bricherasio Botanical Garden

Magnificent aquatic plants such as the Victoria amazonica, the only specimens in Italy to be cultivated in the open air. And right here in Saluzzo, thanks to a particular microclimate, we find more than 2 thousand different species (about 20 thousand specimens) distributed on 12 thousand square meters. The park is divided into three areas phyto-climatic: The Mediterranean flora, the cold temperate zone and the continental one.
All this was done by Domenico Montevecchi, botanist expert, who since the 1970s has been cultivating rare species of flowers and plants. Enter this earthly paradise and be amazed.
Domenico Montevecchi, via Giovanni Battista Bodoni 88. For info and opening times 340.8054313.

Castle of Manta di Saluzzo

An imposing medieval fortress stands out on the horizon, with the Monviso backdrop, and it is difficult not to notice this mountain if you come from these parts because, literally, it pierces the screen.
The Roccaforte, born as a military outpost in the thirteenth century, underwent an important transformation in the fifteenth century and, thanks to the regent of the Marquisate of Saluzzo, Valerano, was transformed into a magnificent family home.
We cannot go to Saluzzo without planning a visit to the Castello della Manta (open to the public until 8/12/2019) to admire the frescoes in the Baronial Hall, an excellent example of chivalrous culture of the time.
The Castle was donated to Fai (Fondo Ambiente Italiano) in 1985 by Elisabetta De Rege Provana.
Via De Rege Thesauro 5, Manta (Cn); visiting hours 10-18.

Where to sleep

San Giovanni Resort

Here's where to sleep: an ancient fifteenth-century monastery (dated 1466) admiring the frescoed ceilings of the fifteenth century. The Relais is located in the historic center of Saluzzo, isolated from the rest of the town of Saluzzo, to get here you need the hotel pass. Then a unique experience awaits you, dream in one of the frescoed rooms (15 in total, including the two suites), stroll through the ancient Cloister and maybe take advantage of the excellent restaurant that is inside the structure.
Booking required 0175 45420.

Where to eat

One of the best pizzas in Italy can be eaten right in Saluzzo, from Divine taste by Massimiliano Prete, former pastry chef, lecturer at the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo. High quality light mixtures and toppings, with a great selection of raw materials. Very recommended booking.
Piazza Cavour 21, telephone 017542444.

In Sanfront, a few km from Saluzzo, Agriturismo i Burghin, in via Bric Carle 12. A beautiful stone and wood structure, a large window to admire the view and to capture the light on gloomy days. Traditional cuisine, quality products in an informal environment. We recommend booking.
Open from Thursday to Monday, only for dinner from 20 to 23.

Greedy purchases

Cascina Verdesole in Piasco (Cn), a family-run company specializing in the preparation of fruit and vegetable preserves. Their own is famous Apple Cugnà of Val Varaita, a typical product, perfect to accompany cheeses, but also mixed boiled meat, it is prepared with grape must, figs, quince, pears and dried fruit.
From the round apricots of Costigliole di Saluzzo fabulous fruit juices or jams are produced, with peaches one of the most popular Piedmontese desserts: peaches, cocoa and amaretti. Try their apple vinegar aged in oak barrels.
Via Provinciale Sampeyre 23, Piasco (Cn).

Not to be missed, in Piazza XX Settembre 6, i Franco Parola cheese, one of the most famous and competent Affineur of Italy, with a unique selection of Piedmontese Alpine cheeses. The competence and preparation of the Word are recognized throughout the Bel Paese. From him you can buy almost impossible to find cheeses like Plaisentif, the Seirass del Fen della Val Pellice, sublime goat cheeses (from the Maira, Sangone and Elvo valleys). We talk about more than 300 types of cheese. The paradise of the greedy.

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