Mini Suite Cremona

A fairy-tale setting for a property of almost castle-like aspect, originally built as a customs post on the River Po in the fourteenth century. Today Massimo Spigaroli, whose family were once sharecroppers on the surrounding land, is its owner and has transformed the complex into a complete destination: guest rooms, the Hosteria del Maiale bistrot and spaces for private events. Completing the experience are a visit to the Museo del Culatello and a ‘gastrofluvial’ cuisine deeply bound to the traditions of the local area. Among the historic dishes, the frogs’ legs stand out, golden with sweet ga

Antica Trattoria Cattivelli remains a safe haven for those who want to savour authentic Piacenza cuisine. Traditional aromas fill the dining room, inviting guests to taste dishes that tell local stories: pisarei e fasò, , soft pasta smothered in rich sauce, and suckling pork fillet, glazed with honey and mustard, which releases a perfect balance of sweet and spicy notes. Authentic flavours that alone are worth the trip!

A pleasant (and excellent) provincial restaurant with a modern feel and a traditional brick-vaulted ceiling, where owner-chef Samuele Miglioli pays tribute to local traditions in his cuisine (don’t miss the marubini pasta in three broths and the famous pumpkin tortelli). The dishes here focus on seasonal ingredients which are carefully transformed into generous dishes full of flavour, as demonstrated by the rice timbale served on a delicious beef ragù and topped with beef carpaccio. There’s also an excellent selection of wines, with a particular focus on sparkling wines.

Having successfully been in business for over 40 years, this restaurant continues to shine for its top-quality traditional cuisine, priding itself, as it has always done, on its love for local specialities. Goose dishes take centre stage on the menu (the area is famous for its goose), alongside an excellent selection of traditional boiled meats all of which are sourced locally. There’s also a good choice of wine, which is skilfully displayed and served from a trolley in the dining room from which wines are served by the glass.

Situated near the banks of the River Po, this century - old, family - run restaurant serves regional specialities, such as the famous culatello ham. You will find reasonably priced local dishes at the ‘Tipico di Casa Spigaroli’ at lunchtime during the week, and themed menus at the weekend.

Situated in Cicognolo in the Lower Po valley, where early morning mists create an evocative atmosphere in autumn, this traditional restaurant with a rustic feel serves specialities from Lombardy with a focus on delicious starters and top-quality meat. Our inspector particularly recommends the white onion gratin soup and the Burgundy-style snails. A simpler menu is available at lunchtime and there’s a small garden for alfresco dining on summer evenings.

Enjoy excellent reinterpretations of Emilian classics in this large 18C farmhouse. It is lit with modern designer - style chandeliers and warmed by a large fireplace. The three splendid guestrooms combine elegance with typical regional decor.