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.
Begging for Marsican Bears: The Path to Justice and Co-Existence
September never tragically arrived for the highly endangered Marsican Bear, Amarena. She was named after her love of eating the wild black cherries (Amarena in Italian) that grow abundantly in the Abruzzo.
24 Hours in Vasto – A Local’s Guide
Our handy 24 hours in Vasto guide, written by local Riley Bianchi, an American who settled within touching distance of the precious historic centre and which includes ideas for foodies, kids, markets to visit, cycle routes to try and wineries to try
A Wild Garlic Trail to San Vito Chietino Market
In Italy, wild garlic 'Aglio orsino' is named after the bears that relish a spring feast upon it. I haven't ever seen it either growing near to me or sold, but luck is in I finally spotted it being advertised for sale in Abruzzo at the covered farmer's market in San Vito Chietino with demonstrations of how to use it!
Sunday Live in Abruzzo: And the Land Won, Beating Giants
Join us on Sunday 12th December for a very special Sunday Live in Abruzzo with Maria Rita D'Orsogna on Zoom who will be discussing her winning battle against the fossil fuel companies and government drilling in Abruzzo. For those seeking a little hope in these turbid times, and how every little helps in this climate emergency this could be the remedy!
24‐Hours in Francavilla al Mare ‐ A Local’s Guide
Memories of Fossacesia – Pia’s Cozze Balls (Mussel Antipasti)
Toe Led Embellishment – Roman Mosaics in Abruzzo
24 Hours in Fossacesia – A Local’s Guide
Maria’s Stuffed Mussels
If you’re Fond of Sand Dunes & Salty Air, Quaint Little Vineyards that Really Care
Fun with Fish: an Italian Fish Cookery Course Aboard a Trabocco
