Porcino mushroom IGP (geographically protected area) of Borgo Taro
The trail of the porcino
mushroom of Borgo Val di Taro proposes in the "Alta Val Taro" municipal
territory a most famous mushroom : the porcino mushroom of Borgo Val di Taro.
It's appetizing menus are accompanied by Parmesan cheese, berry
fruits, typical local breads, savory spinach & potato tarts and by the
tasty traditional cuisine of the Apennines.
In "search" of tradition ...
...in the end, the strong reign collapsed: nothing remained standing of
the Roman Empire other than ruins on which to reflect upon; even the
trails, bit by bit abandoned, were overtaken by the forest. The
inhabitants headed for the mountains, in part to flee and to be safe
from the barbaric invasions, and in part because mountain life, even
though poor, proved to be more inviting than the poverty of the city
...medieval images which mark, around the year One thousand, the
"colonization" of our mountains, with the foundation of parishes,
castles and villages dominated by hand stone work typical of the
Romanesque culture. On horseback between "vie romee" and "vie del sale",
the lands which from the Cisa follow one another towards the west up to
Mount Penna have given life to a rich mountain culture: seasonal and
gastronomic rituals are still today vital moments which echo throughout
the valleys. The "search" of mushrooms has always been at the center of
these traditions. And, amongst all the mushrooms, one in particular is
still able to provoke discussion: the Porcino of Borgotaro.
Porcini mushrooms: Recognized and awarded
Our Porcini mushrooms are a natural product of superior
quality. Certified IGP (geographically protected area) since
1993 and protected by the IGP consortium, the porcini mushrooms grow in the woods of
the Val Taro. The botanical name, known to everybody, is Boletus Edulis, and is the first of a varied group.
Picked during the
most favorable season, the autumn, dried or used fresh, it is
found in every traditional mountain recipe.
Although the valley
inhabitants are possessive of their Porcino, the scent of the
borgotarese porcino mushroom has crossed the boundaries: it is one of today's most famous and appreciated typical products of Parma.
At the table with the Porcino of Borgotaro
From the starter to the main course, famous chefs have
endeavored to adapt the Porcino into a "complete meal", with
delicious variations of recipes dear to the mountain tradition.
In oil, pan-fried, finely sliced raw, with flakes of Parmigiano
Reggiano... and then of course in a mushroom sauce for
tagliatelle, tortelli and potato gnocchi.
Porcino mushroom IGP (geographically protected area) of Borgo Taro
At the table with the Porcino of Borgotaro