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Real stories, recipes and community life from Italy's Rocky Heart. Independent editorial coverage of Abruzzo since 2007 — culture, food, history, travel and the people who make this region extraordinary.
The Big 3: Know Your Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
It says Montepulciano d’Abruzzo on the wine bottle's label and you pop it in your trolley without reading past its title, but how much do you really know about what you’re buying, is it a blend or 100% Montepulciano Nero grape?
The Truth About Panettone
You may have a beautifully wrapped & decorated panettone, but how do you know if you’re eating the real thing and not a poor imitation!
Abruzzo Woodland Bowl: Chestnut, Porcini, Pumpkin & Farro Soup
If there is one season that Abruzzo stands out for its dishes, it's for the woodland flavours of Autumn. One of the rustic hearty soups that you’ll find served inland at the agriturismi and restaurants that span the Apennine highlands is this pumpkin, porcini mushroom, chestnut and farro one
A Saffron Weekender – Spice Harvesting in Abruzzo
Autumn in Abruzzo has many an harvest that you can follow, but the saffron ''raccolta' has to be one of the most beautiful, despite scoring high on the backbreaking level for those that cultivate Abruzzo's red gold gold! A weekend in L'Aquila province either in Navelli or Fontecchio gives the chance to get away to pick, eat and learn crafts associated with this precious spice
Shepherd’s Bounty – Il Coatto / Pecora alla Callara
2020 Wine Harvest – An Abruzzo Forecast
Maria Rosaria’s Scannese Olive Oil Ciambellone
Abruzzo Frittella or Pizz’onta – Fried Pizza Greatness
AnnaMaria’s Easy Tips for Perfect Chitarra Con Polpettine
Pizza Scima – Much More Than Just a Crunchy, Flat Focaccia
Rustic Zolle Picnic Pie
