What grows here
Turate
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Nestled in Lombardy's Como province, the municipality of Turate is a significant point on ItalyTasteMap, safeguarding no less than 14 protected denominations. This locale is particularly crucial for Salame Brianza DOP, a cured meat intrinsically tied to the wider Brianza area's specific microclimate and traditional methods, fostering its unique maturation. The distinct environmental conditions and long-standing dairy practices here also explain the local origins of renowned cheeses such as Quartirolo Lombardo DOP and Taleggio DOP. These products, deeply rooted in Turate's geographical and cultural identity, exemplify why this particular corner of Lombardy remains vital for preserving Italy's cherished culinary heritage.