A taste of Le Marche’s heritage
The very heart of Italian cuisine
Le Marche offers a powerful blend of land and sea, where precious black truffles, bold wines, and ancient oils define an extraordinary culinary tradition.
Cradled between the Apennines and the Adriatic, Le Marche is a place where every meal tells an ancient story.
Here, the wildness of the hills and the bounty of the sea fuse into a cuisine born of resilience and passion. It is a land where traditions are not preserved but lived - where every flavor, every harvest, every gathering at the table carries the enduring heartbeat of a proud, untamed region.
A land of infinite flavor
Gastronomy shaped by sea and hills
Le Marche’s cuisine is a dialogue between earth and ocean. In the highlands, the soil yields rare treasures; on the coast, fishermen draw from ancient waters. In every village and along every trail, recipes passed down through generations keep the spirit of survival, celebration, and honor alive.
This is not a gastronomy of luxury — it is a gastronomy of truth, where the raw soul of the land defines every plate.
The treasures of the hills
Truffle: the white and black gold of Marche
Hidden in the ancient woods and along the rugged hillsides, a rare and sacred treasure thrives: the truffle. Here, black truffles emerge from the earth with an aroma as deep and wild as the hills themselves - an elemental gift of darkness, mystery, and power. And in Acqualagna, the heart of Italy’s truffle tradition, the rare white truffle reigns supreme, its ethereal fragrance sought by kings and dreamers alike.
Its deep, earthy fragrance transforms simple dishes into sublime creations, honoring the sacred bond between land and life. In Le Marche, truffles are more than an ingredient - they are a ritual, a symbol of the earth’s secret generosity and the devotion of those who seek them.
The essence of Le Marche’s vineyards
Verdicchio and Rosso Conero
Le Marche’s vineyards, sprawling across the hills like verdant rivers, are home to some of Italy’s finest wines.
The Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOCG, with its delicate aroma and dry, crisp taste, reflects the region’s refined character. Verdicchio di Matelica DOCG, another shining example, shares the same elegance with a slightly different expression. The rich, ruby-red Rosso Conero DOCG, made primarily from Montepulciano, offers a full-bodied, robust flavor that speaks to the land’s strength. The Rosso Piceno DOC, a blend of Sangiovese and other grapes, offers diverse styles, from the fresh Rosso Piceno Novello to the deeper Rosso Piceno Superiore, all embodying the essence of Le Marche’s terroir.
Each wine tells a story of a region where tradition and nature come together to create exceptional flavors.
Heritage in a drop
The timeless oil of Le Marche
Across sun-dappled hills, ancient olive trees, some centuries old, offer a gift passed down through generations: a golden oil, rich in both flavor and heritage.
Cultivated in the region’s ideal climate, where the land meets the gentle coastal breeze, Le Marche’s olive oil has been cherished for its exceptional quality. Revered as a symbol of life and tradition, it brings warmth, depth, and authenticity to every dish.
From robust, peppery varieties to smooth, delicate ones, the oil captures the essence of the land - a perfect balance of nature’s purity and craftsmanship. In each drop, there is a connection between the past and present, a testament to the enduring bond between the region and its ancient trees.
Signature dishes of Le Marche
Le Marche’s cuisine is defined by its unique dishes, each a reflection of the region’s rich traditions. From hearty pastas to flavorful meats and distinctive local specialties, these dishes bring the flavors of the land and sea to the table.
