Crema

Set in the agricultural plains of Lombardy’s Cremona province, the historic commune of Crema, with its population of over thirty-four thousand, represents a powerhouse of dairy craftsmanship. Here, 2 verified local producers anchor a culinary landscape that features 15 protected denominations. Foremost among these is Salva Cremasco DOP, a cube-shaped cheese deeply rooted in this specific countryside, alongside the sweet and spicy Provolone Valpadana DOP. Nourished by the fertile local pastures, Crema’s artisan cheesemakers continue to shape the character of northern Italy’s most celebrated dairy legacies.