Iberian ham, or jamón Ibérico, is one of the most expensive meats in the world. A leg of it can cost as much as $4,500. But what is it about this cured meat that makes it cost so much?

In the world of cured meats, it can be hard to tell the difference between one pork product and another. Here's the ...

The Parma ham industry is worth €1.7 billion ($1. ... Italy to see what goes behind the making of the famous dry cured meat. After being cut into their signature shape, rear pigs legs are ...

For many home cooks, ham and Easter go hand-in-hand. Probably because it's an easy meal that feeds a hungry crowd without ...

While Italians may be buying less meat, and spending less on food in general, there were two bright spots among household ...

Various factors influence the flavour and texture of ham including the cut and curing process chosen, whether the meat has been dry-salted or cured in brine (and for how long), whether it has been ...