Village Blog — About Abruzzo Guide
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 Cradling Mother of Abruzzo Pasta
Who doesn't love traditional great tasting pasta that cradles its sauce instead of it splatting onto the plate? Apparently the key is semolina!
Stuffed Zucchini Flowers with Fried Cheese, Capers and Mint
Taking up the cookery challenge from Nonna next-door of my favourite summer dish, deep fried stuffed zucchini flowers
Magical Nocino – Italian Green Walnut Liqueur
Nocino is an Italian liqueur made with green walnuts whose dark magical blend uncovers just how immersed Christian traditions are in their folklore past
Maria’s Stuffed Mussels
Maria’s Stuffed Mussels are delicious & deny Italian purists the ability to disdainfully say "ma no no no we don’t eat fish and cheese together"
Saffron & Baccalà Fritters with Pepper Ricotta
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Mostaccioli Cookies
Zucchini Polenta Cakes
The Olive Leaf Tea that Keeps Giving
Guardiagrele Torrone – A Storyteller’s Sweetmeat
Sfogliatelle – The Pastry Beyond Time
Brodetto Vastese – The Winding Barter Fish Soup
