Parco Dei Ciliegi, Pizzeria in Zola Predosa, Italy.
Parco Dei Ciliegi is a pizzeria and restaurant in Zola Predosa, near Bologna, serving wood-fired pizzas alongside traditional dishes from the Emilia region. The space includes an indoor dining room and a large outdoor area with a veranda, a gazebo, and a garden with a children's playground.
The restaurant was founded by three partners, Giuseppe, Nicola, and Roberto, who built the kitchen around traditional Emilian cooking methods. That original focus on handcrafted preparation has guided the restaurant's approach ever since.
The menu brings together two strong Italian food traditions: the wood-fired pizza of the south and the handmade pasta of Emilia. Regional wines from the surrounding area appear alongside both, giving the table a sense of place.
The outdoor garden area tends to fill up quickly in warmer months, so it is worth booking ahead, especially for families or larger groups. Arriving a little early gives you time to choose where you would like to sit.
Chef Pancaldi sources ingredients directly from producers in the local area, which means the menu changes with the seasons rather than staying fixed all year. This close link to nearby suppliers gives each dish a freshness that comes from short supply chains.
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