Home to Fiat cars, fine wines and Alba truffles, Piedmont (which literally means ‘foot of the mountain’) is the second largest region in Italy and makes up the majority of the country’s northwest. Bordering both France and Switzerland means the local culture is a little more European than regions further south, and the mountainous terrain means the food is rustic, filling and hearty.
If you’re into your wines, then you’ll know that Barolo is one of the most prized varieties in all of Italy – and all of it comes from Piedmont. Risotto is found across the northern parts of the country, but its spiritual home is Piedmont thanks to the incredible rice grown in the region. Piedmontese beef is championed nationally, as are the local hazelnuts, and as the home of Slow Food it’s clear culinary traditions are held in seriously high regard.
If you’re planning to visit Turin or the other beautiful parts of Piedmont, want to know more about the local food scene or are just looking for a fantastic Piedmontese recipe to add to your repertoire, look no further – we have everything you need to become an expert in the region’s food and drink in no time.
