What to do near Borgo Val di Taro, PR

Italy's smallest theater

A trompe-l'oeil for the tiny stage and only 12 spectators-a gem with an oriental flavor in Vigoleno Castle, itself a treasure chest of a thousand Wonders.

Vigoleno, a plunge into the Middle Ages

On the slopes of Colle Santo Stefano is the fortified complex of Vigoleno, one of the most fascinating medieval villages in Italy

Luchin - Osteria with kitchen since 1907

A straightforward place, an authentic stronghold of Ligurian cuisine

Berzieri Spa, an Art Deco masterpiece

The ritual of the waters at Terme Berzieri in Salsomaggiore, a glittering cathedral of the Belle Epoque.

Parma Ham Museum

A tale of excellent raw materials and skilled hands, because as one charcuterie maker said, "to make a good ham, you need half pig and half man."

Pasta Museum

Everything you always wanted to know but never dared to ask about the queen of the Italian table.

The Tomato Museum at the Court of Giarola

Life, death and miracles of the tomato, a surprising source of pride for the province of Parma.

Felino Salami Museum

In the intimate atmosphere of a castle cellar, a small museum reveals the tale of a prince and his long history, from his humble beginnings to his victories

Fontanabuona Valley: flavors and traditions

From the Gulf of Tigullio to the Apennines: olive groves, vineyards and slate quarries