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...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.
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. more on the Trail of Porcino Mushroom of Borgotaro... >>> Courtesy of IAT Bologna Tourist Office
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