BRESAOLA SALTED BEEF OF VALTELLINA AND VALCHIAVENNA
Bresaola of Valtellina, or Brisaola in the valley of Chiavenna, is a typical salted beef that has been aged two or three months, until it becomes hard and turns a dark red, almost purple colour.
It is made from top (inside) round, and is lean and tender, with a sweet, musty smell.
It originated in Valtellina and Valchiavenna, two valleis in the center ot the Alps of northern Italy's Lombardy region.The word comes from the diminutive of Lombard bresada (braised).
As a starter , bresaola is usually sliced paper thin and served at room temperature or slightly chilled. It is most commonly eaten on its own, but may be drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice or balsamic vinegar, and served with rocket salad, cracked black pepper, and freshly shaved Parmesan cheese.
Brisaola hanging in a typical and natural cave, the Crotto, of Chiavenna valley.
The bresaola produced in Valtellina and Valchiavenna is now a protected geographical indication (PGI) under EU Regulation 2081/92. Since this designation, smoked dried beef made outside Valtellina may carry a generic name such as viande séchée or "beef prosciutto".
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"The taste of this typical salted beef that we ordered in Chiavenna during a dinner in a characteristic Crotto restaurant"
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WHERE TO TASTE AND BUY THE BEST BRESAOLA SALTED BEEF
TO TASTE:
In every restaurant of Valtellina and Valchiavenna is possible to taste a good Bresaola.
We advise to you, to taste the Brisaola having dinner in a typical Crotto restaurant, or during the Brisaola day in Chiavenna, "Dì della Brisaola" every year in october.
TO BUY:
The are small good production in some butcher's shop of Valtellina and Valchiavenna.
It is also possible to buy online a good Brisaola (Classica, Riserva, Preziosa or Vaschetta) and to select your size (portion of sliced Brisaola - a piece of 1,5 kg - a piece 3 kg) to be delivered directly to your home.
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WHAT TO VISIT IN VAL CHIAVENNA AND IN THE NEARBY AREA
IN THE VILLAGE OF CHIAVENNA:
1. Walking in the medieval pedestrian streets of the center, with squares and bridges over the river Mera, richs of bars and shops.
2. Visit the Collegiata church of San Lorenzo and the cloister with the Museum of the Treasury, containing"Peace" precious gospelcover of gold and gems.
3. Tthe Mulino Bottonera, a mill of the nineteenth century water-powered.
4. Half day in the nature. A trekking from Piazza Castello to the Botanical Park of Paradiso, and to the natural park of glacial phenomena "Marmitte dei Giganti".
5. Of Course don't miss the "Crotti", typical caves with restaurant, located in the "Pratogiano" area.
6. Taste the famous Bresaola or Brisaola, delicious local ham of cow.
7. save the date of the "Sagra dei Crotti" food festival. Every year in September.
8. Don't miss the day of Brisaola "di della Brisaola" in Chiavenna every October.
IN THE VALLEY AND IN THE NEARBY AREA:
1. The Acquafraggia waterfall in Piuro, an amazing spectacle of the nature.
2. Vertemate Franchi Palace, in the town of Piuro (5km from Chiavenna), a fascinating villa of the XVI century, with an italian garden.
3. The panoramic village of Pianazzola, above Chiavenna.
4. Canyoning adventure in river of Val Bodengo.
5. The log and historical trails of Via Spluga and Via Bregaglia.
6. Bike to the Como lake. 25 km from Chiavenna following a new bike road, beside river Mera and lake Novate.
7. Ski, Freeride and Alpinism in Madesimo and Valle Spluga.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN VAL CHIAVENNA - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS
Chiavenna is the main town of the valley that offers fewer hotels and a good number of holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation also in others villages of the valley.
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HOW TO GET TO VAL CHIAVENNA
Located between the Como lake and the Maloja and Spluga Passes, Val Chiavenna is reachble by car driving on the 36ss road.
The main town Chiavenna is well connected by busses to Switzerland (Splugen, St. Moritz and Lugano) and by train to Milan.
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MXP - MILANO MALPENSA
AIRPORT IN THE ITALIAN ALPS
MXP - MILAN MALPENSA is located northwest of Milan and connected to the city by Bus and Train Malpensa Express (50min.)
Reach from the motorway E62-A8 and E64-A4. Terminal 1 - All major airlines. Terminal 2 - Low cost Easy Jet and charter flights.
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MORE INFO:
Official website: www.milanomalpensa-airport.com
Malpensa express: www.malpensaexpress.it
Curiosity:
Landing at Malpensa airport during a clear day will give you the panoroma of the Alps with the majestic Monte Rosa 4634mt.
SOGLIO THE PANORAMIC VILLAGE OF THE BREGAGLIA VALLEY
The best reason to visit Soglio, located in the Bregaglia valley part of the Swiss Alps, is the characteristic alpine architecture of this village and the magnificent view of the North faces of Pizzo Badile and Piz Cengalo.
Soglio is nestled in a sunny panoramic terrace situated halfway up the Bregaglia valley and it is a great example of a characteristic alpine village.
The magnificent view of the Pizzo Badile and Pizzo Cengalo with the remaining peaks of the Bondasca valley is breathtaking.
The amazing view of the Bondasca valley with the peaks Piz Badile and Piz Cengalo
Soglio is an intermediate stage of the route "Via Bregaglia" and offers some historic hotels like the "Palazzo Salis". A great starting point for unforgettable and romantic hikes.
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WHAT TO DO IN SOGLIO AND IN THE NEARBY REGION
AROUND THE VILLAGE OF SOGLIO
- Take the best picture of the Piz Badile and Piz Cengalo north faces from the panoramic point beside the church.
- Discover the characteristic architectures walking around the village.
- Visit the palazzo Salis in Bondo.
- On the road to St. Moritz admire the kiss of the stones "sass che se basen" close to Castelmur castle.
IN THE NEARBY REGION - VAL BREGAGLIA
- Climbing and Alpinism on the Piz Badile and in the Albigna area.
- Vertemate Franchi Palace, in the town of Prosto, a fascinating villa of the XVI century, with an italian garden.
- Discover the Belfort archeologic site in Piuro, the Pompei of the Alps.
- Don't miss the "Notte Rosa" Acquafraggia waterfall festival, every year in July.
- Hike on the log and historical trails of Via Bregaglia and reach the characteristic village of Savogno.
- Visit the beautiful town of Chiavenna 10km from Soglio
- Ski, Freeride and Trekking in St. Moritz and in Engadin.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN SOGLIO AND VAL BREGAGLIA - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS
Soglio is a small village and offers fewer hotels and holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation also in others villages of the Bregaglia valley and to reach Soglio for a day trip.
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HOW TO GET TO SOGLIO
Soglio is in Switzerland and is located in the Bragaglia valley, part of the Swiss Alps, above the village of Promontogno - Bondo and it is reachble by car.
Soglio is connected by bus to Promontogno - Bondo, then changing bus to St. Moritz or to Chiavenna in Italy.
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CHIAVENNA THE MEDIEVAL VILLAGE IN THE CENTER OF THE ALPS
The romantic town of Chiavenna, awarded the orange flag of quality by the Italian Touring Club, is the main town of ValChiavenna, with Valtellina are part of Sondrio province, and cosily nestled between the mountains and cliffs, with peaks overhead reaching to 3000m.
The village, which already existed in Roman times with the Latin name of Clavenna, links its history to the caravans of the Alps, through the Spluga and Septimer passes, transporting goods between northern and southern Europe.
"We were born and raised in Chiavenna. This little place in the heart of the Alps had been our world for so many years, but it is definitely worth a visit. Our friends and family that come to visit us, recognize its charm. It is easy to lose track of time while talking in front of a good coffee.
Chiavenna may be the best place to stay and discover the Como Lake and Switzerland’s surroundings. We love its little streets, typical "crotti”, woods, and mountains. It will be forever in our hearts. "
Fabio and Paolo
The center has preserved the precious medieval architectural features, offering the visitor interesting views along the river Mera and the main street Via Dolzino.
Also known for the famous "Crotti", natural cellars fed by subterranean currents of air at a constant temperature, ideal for storage of cheeses, meat sand the characteristic Bresaola called in Chiavenna "Brisaola". In some cases used as typical restaurants open to the public.
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WHAT TO VISIT IN CHIAVENNA AND IN THE NEARBY AREA
IN THE VILLAGE
1. Walking in the medieval pedestrian streets of the center, with squares and bridges over the river Mera, richs of bars and shops.
2. Visit the Collegiata church of San Lorenzo and the cloister with the Museum of the Treasury, containing"Peace" precious gospelcover of gold and gems.
3. Tthe Mulino Bottonera, a mill of the nineteenth century water-powered.
4. Half day in the nature. A trekking from Piazza Castello to the Botanical Park of Paradiso, and to the natural park of glacial phenomena "Marmitte dei Giganti".
5. Of Course don't miss the "Crotti", typical caves with restaurant, located in the "Pratogiano" area.
6. Taste the famous Bresaola or Brisaola, delicious local salted beef.
7. save the date of the "Sagra dei Crotti" food festival. Every year in September.
8. Don't miss the day of Brisaola "di della Brisaola" in Chiavenna every October.
IN THE NEARBY AREA
1. The Acquafraggia waterfall in Piuro, an amazing spectacle of the nature.
2. Vertemate Franchi Palace, in the town of Piuro (5km from Chiavenna), a fascinating villa of the XVI century, with an italian garden.
3. The panoramic village of Pianazzola, above Chiavenna.
4. Canyoning adventure in river of Val Bodengo.
5. The log and historical trails of Via Spluga and Via Bregaglia.
6. Bike to the Como lake. 25 km from Chiavenna following a new bike road, beside river Mera and lake Novate.
7. Ski, Freeride and Alpinism in Madesimo and Valle Spluga.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN CHIAVENNA - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS
Chiavenna is a village that offers fewer hotels and a good number of holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation also in others villages of the valley.
Thanks to pictures, facilities informations and reviews, You can check easly the availability of Hotels, B&B and Holiday Houses in Chiavenna and book the best solution for You, using this link:
BOOKING - HOTELS B&B HOLIDAY HOUSES IN CHIAVENNA
HOW TO GET TO CHIAVENNA
Located between the Como lake and the Maloja and Spluga Passes, Chiavenna is reachble by car driving on the 36ss road.
Chiavenna is well connected by busses to Switzerland (Splugen, St. Moritz and Lugano) and by train to Milan.
FLIGHT CONNECTIONS: Check here for your flight on:
ZHR - Zurich airport 3,30h
MXP - Milan Malpensa airport 2,00h
LIN - Milan Linate airport 1,40h
BGY - Milan Bergamo airport 1,40h
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