About us
Established in Langhirano in 1860
Our Parma Ham was first produced in Langhirano in 1860. It is a special place, where the woodlands of the Apennines meet the coastal breeze drifting in from Tuscany. Our curing cellars are found in a prime location for this fusion of flavours: the sea breeze travels over pine and chestnut trees, absorbing aromas that then infuse slowly into our hams.
The sweet taste of an ancient story
The name Zuarina dates back to a period in Italy’s history in the early 20th century when the Italian army seized control of the Libyan base of Zuwarah. In honour of this, women proudly named their children Zuaro and Zuarina, and this was the case with Ugolotti Zuarina, the founder’s wife. Since then, we have retained not only the name but also the craftsmanship and know-how passed down through centuries of history.
Zuarina today
Innovation and tradition: technology and ancient know-how coexist within the Langhirano factory. Modern devices support rituals and gestures passed down over time. All this with a single objective: quality. A quality to be discovered in all its sweetness in every slice of Zuarina Ham.
Zuarina brand has been included in the register of Historic Brands of National Interest
The ZUARINA brand has been used continuously since 1860: first by the Venturini family and today by Zuarina s.p.a., which since 2012 has been gradually acquired by Cooperativa Clai Sca of Imola. Thanks to this important historical and commercial journey, the brand has been included in the register of Historic Brands of National Interest, established at the Italian Patent and Trademark Office.
Due to the important historical and commercial journey undertaken, the Zuarina brand has been included in the register of Historic Brands of National Interest.