Truffles and asparagus are also important ingredients in the regional cuisine, so they are present in many popular dishes. Local farms grow a special type of white asparagus called Bassano. Restaurants and cafes in Vicenza cook true culinary masterpieces from this vegetable. Besides that, local dining establishments offer a special type of polenta that has a semi-liquid consistency. As a rule, such polenta is served together with mashed potatoes or tomato sauce.
Fans of meat delicacies will find it very interesting to try local sausages. Sopressa aged salami remains one of the most popular variations. This sausage has an inimitable slightly sweet taste that is in a fabulous contrast with spicy undertones. Sopressa contains quite a lot of pepper that is added during the making process. The pepper helps to neutralize the sweetish taste.
Local grocery shops and markets also offer Prosciutto Veneto. This traditional ham has been made in accordance with an unchanged recipe for several centuries. Tourists interested in more unusual delicacies should search the sausage made of donkey meat. It is available in many local restaurants and delicacy shops. As a rule, this delicacy is served fresh. Sometimes, small pieces of the sausage are grilled.
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