What grows here
Assago
14 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.
Assago, a municipality of 9,331 inhabitants within the vibrant metropolitan city of Milan, holds a unique position on ItalyTasteMap for its contribution to Lombardy's food heritage. Here, specific local conditions and traditions foster culinary excellence, leading to an impressive 14 protected denominations overlapping its territory. Among these, the creamy Salva Cremasco DOP cheese finds its precise origins, benefiting from the area's particular suitability for its production. This region is equally crucial for Quartirolo Lombardo DOP, a fresh table cheese reflecting a centuries-old dairy legacy. Such proximity to Milan ensures these distinct, locally-born products reach wider tables.