B&B La vecchia quercia Home Restaurant

Just a few kilometres from the city, already enveloped in the tranquillity of the Parma countryside, this trattoria embodies to perfection the spirit of local cooking: a simple yet warm atmosphere, a homey welcome, and dishes that speak of the territory with forthright honesty. The menu revolves around the specialities of Parma, prepared with quality produce and a homely touch that wins one over from the very first mouthful. The tortelli alle erbette, made with an excellent locally sourced fresh ricotta, are not to be missed, a true emblem of the tradition. For those with a sweet tooth, the me

This restaurant occupying an old post house that dates back to the time of Marie Louise, Duchess of Parma, lies amid the verdant landscapes of the Parco Regionale dei Boschi di Carrega, just a kilometre outside the village of Sala Baganza. This stunning setting is the backdrop for typical dishes from Parma, such as Nonna Lina’s herb tortelli served with melted butter and parmesan cheese. In summer, dine alfresco in the cool, shady garden.

At the edge of the city, just off the ring road, this quintessential trattoria features spacious dining rooms where a familial, informal atmosphere prevails, while from the kitchen arrive the pillars of Parmesan tradition, executed at an excellent level: flavorful dishes crafted from predominantly local products. Among the unmissable offerings, the anolini in capon broth, savory and satisfying, as well as the pork cheeks in lemon cremolade with cream of garbanzo beans.

Nestled among the hills of Felino, amid the lush greenery of the Parma countryside, this trattoria in Barbiano has long been a point of reference for those in search of authenticity and the flavours of another age. The cooking of the Leoni family celebrates local tradition, drawing upon recipes handed down from grandmother Erminia and interpreted with care and deep respect. Among the most iconic dishes stands the delicious rabbit alla cacciatora: already boned, enveloped in a tomato sauce fragrant with aromatic herbs, it represents at its finest the substance and richness of Parma cuisine. Not

Park in the small car park close to the village, then make your way on foot to this restaurant, admiring the village’s beautiful stone houses along the way. Inside the restaurant, the service is informal yet professional, while the cuisine served on the first floor includes emblematic local specialities such as tortelli alle erbette (stuffed pasta with herbs) and local salumi (including Parma ham). The wine list boasts a good selection of local and Italian wines – finding a label to suit your taste and budget will not be a problem!

A historical palazzo in the town center has been given new life after its purchase by a local entrepreneurial family, who also bestowed their name upon it. Just steps from the heart of Italy’s famed food valley, it now serves as a refined hospitality venue: the ground floor hosts a bar and bistro, while upstairs are elegant spaces devoted to gourmet cuisine. Tasting menus are available, with dishes also offered à la carte, alongside an extensive and well-curated wine list. The upper floors feature intimate, stylish guest rooms, designed in the same reassuring style that runs throughout the bui

The determined and enthusiastic young owner of this restaurant graduated with a literature degree before giving in to her passion for food. She swapped her pen for a ladle and now creates delicious local specialities such as braised veal cheeks, alongside dishes from Pïacenza and Mantua, such as pisarei (a type of gnocchi) and sbrisolona cake.