The territory: Maniago and Friuli
Where our cured meats are born: Maniago and surroundings
Salumificio Del Ben Ernesto is located in Maniago, known as the City of Knives for its centuries-old tradition and importance in the sector. The plant stands at the foot of Monte Jouf, with the Fontanutis behind it (which also give their name to the little church): their breeze caresses the salumificio all year round and makes even hot summers more bearable. This very position plays a key role for the Del Ben family in the maturing and curing of their products.
Friuli Venezia Giulia is an exceptionally varied Italian region, both geomorphologically and naturally. This is also reflected in its culture, dialects and food traditions. Here, cooking and the land are inextricably linked. Because of its geographical position, Friuli Venezia Giulia has always been a crossroads, marked by encounters between different peoples and cultures, so its traditional products and flavours have mixed with those typical of north-eastern Europe, without forgetting the cuisine of its origins.
