Lardo is traditionally considered the "poor man's dish," but it can now be found at some of the most upscale restaurants in Europe. One of the oldest lardo producers in Colonnata, Italy, is Larderia Mafalda, making about 22,000 kilograms of lardo per year — all processed by hand in special Carrara marble. It's a family recipe that's been passed down for four generations.

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Credits:
Series Lead: Carla Francescutti
Producers: Carla Francescutti, Guillermo Riveros
Field Producers: Anna Muckerman, Mohamed Ahmed
Directors: Carla Francescutti, Mohamed Ahmed
Camera: Anna Muckerman, Mohamed Ahmed
Editors: Anna Muckerman, Mohamed Ahmed

Executive Producer: Stephen Pelletteri
Director of Production: Stefania Orrù
Supervising Producer, Development: Gabriella Lewis
Audience Engagement: Frances Dumlao

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