Castelluccio of Norcia lentils are considered one of the oldest legumes cultivated by man. A particular variety is harvested in Castelluccio, which stands out for its small size and excellent organoleptic qualities.

Cascia is home to saffron, a spice so precious that, since the Middle Ages, it has contributed to the economic prosperity of the municipalities that cultivated it, so much so that it was used as currency. The spice is obtained by harvesting the purple flowers from which three precious bright red stigmas are obtained: these very filaments are then dried and used in cooking.

The history of chocolate in Perugia began in the nineteenth century, when some local artisans began to experiment with the processing of cocoa, imported from African colonies. Soon, the city became a major center of chocolate production, with numerous artisan workshops dedicated to the creation of confectionery delicacies. One of the most eagerly awaited occasions of the year is the "Eurochocolate", an international festival dedicated to chocolate held every autumn in Perugia.

The oil of Umbria is the other great protagonist of the table; Umbria is in fact the first Italian region to have obtained the recognition of the PDO throughout its territory. The EVO DOP oil produced from the centuries-old olive groves and characterised by a robust and fruity flavour, is considered among the finest in Italy. In the numerous oil mills in the Umbrian area, the olives are processed with care and passion, transforming them into the green gold that enriches every dish in Umbrian cuisine, from the most elaborate to the simple bruschetta.