Emilia Romagna

The extraordinary Emilia-Romagna might easily be referred to as “the stronghold” of rustic Italian cuisine, given all the specialities that were created in this region, such as the Parma ham, the Bolognese sauce, the Lambrusco wine and the “Zampone”, the typical sausage of Yule celebrations. You will certainly know Rimini on the Adriatic coast, as well as the seaside resort of Salsomaggiore Terme. We have selected for you the very heart of the region: the fabulous “Lands of Matilde di Canossa”, near Reggio Emilia which are the homeland of the famous Matilda of Tuscany and the place where a top-quality Parmesan cheese is produced.

Reggio Emila: during the Roman Empire, this debated town played a major role in Europe’s economy and culture and therefore continuous incursions followed one upon the other to conquer it: after the Romans, came the Lombardi and then the Counts of Modena and Reggio, followed by the Kingdom of Sardinia and of course Napolen. The cathedral, the basilica San Prospero, the tower, the church Madonna del Ghiara and the museum Galleria Parmeggiani are the sights of the town worth visiting.

Parma: who doesn’t know the excellent Parma ham and the delicious Parmesan cheese? Just these two specialities would account for a holiday in this lovely town! But there is much more to it... Just think of the porcini mushrooms and the white truffles cooked in the typical Parma-style: sautéed truffle slivers, served on Parmesan cheese thick slices...a real dainty beyond compare!

Modena: in this town quality is the key-word! It is in fact the seat of Ferrari, the Italian sports car manufacturer whose museum Galleria Ferrari is just 4 km from the breathtaking championship golf course Golf & Country Club Modena. Modena is also the town of the famous balsamic vinegar “Balsamico di Modena” whose vintage versions have undergone more than one hundred decantings in different vinegar barrels and are therefore more than one hundred years old! Another great speciality is the sparkling Lambrusco red wine which is normally served to bring out the taste of local dishes.

Bologna: because of its red roofs, the capital city of Emilia Romagna is usually called “la rossa” - the red city- by its inhabitants.
This city boasts one of the most important historical centres of Europe. As the story goes, the typical speciality of the city, the famous “Tagliatelle” pasta, was specially created in honour of Lucrezia Borgia, for her wedding with the Duke d’Este and was served during their wedding banquet to symbolize her long, blond hair. Nowadays tagliatelle pasta is usually served in a tasty Bolognese sauce.

• San Bartolomeo: Matilde di Canossa Golf, Spa & Hotel Resort Sup

• Modena: Modena Golf & Country Club
• Bologna: Golf Club Bologna
• Reggio Emilia: Golf Club San Valentino
• San Bartolomeo: Golf Club Matilde di Canossa