Hi, I’m Nicoletta, and one of the values I hold dear is promoting tourism that brings real value to small mountain communities.\nHere in Bardineto, and more generally in the Bormida Valley, people put their heart and soul into producing local, natural food with an unmistakable flavor.\nFor this reason, I always advise my guests to avoid the big supermarkets on the Riviera or in Millesimo, unless they need something that is hard to find (although, I assure you, gluten-free products can also be found here!). <\/p>\n\n
If we really want to experience and enjoy the mountains, the best thing to do is to support local producers, small stores and farmers who work with passion to offer quality products.\nHere are my tips on where to do 0-mile shopping around Bardineto. <\/p>\n\n
A true gem in the heart of Bardineto.\nThis bakery is a must for anyone looking for fresh bread and baked goods of the highest quality.\nTheir bread, made with long-rising Petra flours<\/strong>, is simply delicious.\nDefinitely try the focaccia: it is not the classic Genovese, but it tastes phenomenal, with a really excellent oil flavor.\nPersonally, I love it paired with Capitelli cooked ham<\/strong>, a high-end product that you can also find here, along with a selection of cured meats including a smoked crudo from Sauris<\/strong> that is a real treat (you can find out about it here: Wolfsauris<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n In addition to bread and baked goods, Forno del Caruggio also offers a selection of local wines<\/strong> and specialties from the Bormida Valley and Cuneo area, such as syrups, herbal teas and cheeses, including those made by Beppino Occelli<\/strong>.\nIf you are here on a Thursday, I recommend making a reservation for giuncata<\/strong>, a fresh sheep’s milk cheese from Le Langhette<\/strong> farm .<\/strong>\nThey are also really worth a visit to their dairy in Saliceto, where you will find not only cheeses, but also prosciutto, sheep ragout, and goat cured meats.\nFind out more about Le Langhette<\/strong> here: Le Langhette<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n Another little piece of heaven in Bardineto is the Piccolo Forno Bakery<\/strong>.\nHere you can find everything from potato bread to pizza, focaccia, and homemade desserts.\nTheir deli department is a delight, with a beef roast<\/strong> that I wait all year to enjoy again because it is tender and flavorful, perfect every time. <\/p>\n\n The store also offers stuffed vegetables, cold cuts, juices and other necessities.\nDon’t let the small size fool you: you can find everything here, including gluten-free products from the best brand, Sch\u00e4r<\/strong>.\nLearn more about gluten-free products at Sch\u00e4r<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n If you are looking for fresh produce and dairy products, the Frascheri<\/strong> store is the place to go.\nHere you will find all of Frascheri<\/strong>‘s products, but also a wide selection of vegan foods, such as their soy milk, which is excellent.\nAmong the cheeses, yogurts, and ice cream (including goat’s milk), you will also find baked goods and many other local specialties. <\/p>\n\n Don’t miss New Roule<\/strong> Farm’s excellent herbal teas and products from O Dasso<\/strong> Farm, which offers quality jellied meats, broths and preparations.\nPlus, you’ll find delicious dry pastries from Carcare’s Ferrari Bakery<\/strong>, such as tarts and baci di dama (lady’s kisses).\nThis is one of those places where shopping becomes a social time, where you chat with locals and breathe in the true essence of life in Bardineto. <\/p>\n\n If you love meat, you absolutely must visit the Canova Maura Butcher Shop<\/strong> in Calizzano.\nHere you can buy very fresh cuts of meat, just a few steps from the farm itself, thus guaranteeing a true km 0.\nNot only meat: this farm also produces whole<\/strong> wheat<\/strong> pasta<\/strong> with Bolero wheat<\/strong>, an ancient and very tasty variety.\nAnd if you are a fan of grilling, here you will find cuts of meat perfect for optimal cooking. <\/p>\n\nSmall Bakery Bakery – Bardineto<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
Frascheri – Point of sale in Bardineto<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
Canova Maura Butcher Shop – Calizzano<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n