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The historic markets of Emilia Romagna: where to buy typical products<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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In Emilia-Romagna, the market is not limited to large cities. Of course, Bologna, Modena and Parma have iconic locations, but it is in the small towns and villages<\/strong> that you can often experience the most authentic spirit of the region.

Here, the weekly market becomes a regular event: people meet in the square, chat with the producers and buy seasonal produce. It is a way of experiencing food that truly reflects the regional identity.

Today, talking about ceramics means addressing issues such as recycling, energy efficiency, emission reduction and international certifications. The Emilia-Romagna district has also become a benchmark in this regard.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The villages of the Food Valley: small markets, great quality<\/h3>\n

In the area between Parma, Reggio Emilia and Modena, in addition to the city markets, it is worth stopping in the smaller towns.

In Langhirano<\/strong>, in the heart of the Prosciutto di Parma territory, the local markets and historic shops are the right place to buy cured meats directly linked to local production.

In Zibello<\/strong>, home of Culatello, small delicatessens and local fairs offer products that are rarely found in large retail chains.

In Castelvetro di Modena,<\/strong> among vineyards and hills, farmers’ markets offer Lambrusco, balsamic vinegar and seasonal specialities directly from producers.

These are lesser-known but often more authentic places.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Emilian Apennines: mountain markets and local products<\/h3>\n

Moving towards the Apennines, the market takes on an even more local character.

In Castelnovo ne’ Monti, Pavullo nel Frignano, Fanano<\/strong> and Borgotaro<\/strong>, the weekly markets are linked to forest and mountain products: porcini mushrooms, honey, chestnuts and alpine cheeses.

Here, seasonality is still very marked. Not everything is available all year round, which is precisely why the experience is more authentic.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The towns of the Po Valley and Delta<\/h3>\n

In the plains between Ferrara and the Po River, markets such as those in Comacchio<\/strong>, Codigoro<\/strong> and Goro<\/strong> combine agricultural traditions with seafood products.

In the towns of the Parma and Reggio Emilia lowlands, such as Colorno<\/strong>, Guastalla<\/strong> and Novellara<\/strong>, the market is still a central part of social life. Here you can find cheeses, cured meats, local vegetables and baked goods prepared according to traditional recipes.

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Romagna: markets in villages nestled between hills and sea<\/h3>\n

Romagna also offers perfect examples of village markets.

In Brisighella<\/strong>, Bertinoro<\/strong>, Santarcangelo di Romagna<\/strong> and Longiano<\/strong>, weekly markets enliven the historic centres with stalls selling fresh piadina flatbread, squacquerone cheese, local extra virgin olive oil and wine from the hills of Romagna.

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