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.
Capetiempe in Abruzzo – The Farmers’ New Year
Abruzzo's traditional New Year was known as 'Capetiempe' & loosely spanned the nights of 31st October through to the 11th November. Through a local folk tale, Favole e Leggende d’Abruzzo explores this time of death and rebirth, practiced in many areas of Abruzzo till just after the 2nd World War
Alanno’s Unrivalled Generosity Grape Festival
For those longing to attend a festival in Abruzzo that pulls its enviable food, wine, dance, and community strands together, it's worth planning a visit to Alanno's Feste delle Uva, grape festival
Abruzzo Olive Oil Soaps ‐ Workshops & Traditions to Recreate at Home
Making your own olive oil soap and beauty products is flourishing in Abruzzo, there are some wonderful workshops to take part in if you visit and if you can't here are 3 traditional natural recipes to try at home
European Heritage Day Events: Abruzzo 2021, 25‐26th September
Make the most of the 2021 European Heritage Events in Abruzzo when you can enjoy entrance to see many hidden treasures for free or just €1!
The Garofano Rosso Film Festival
Loreto Aprutino Summer Soirees
I Ceci Della Sposa – Pescasseroli’s Zesty Fertility Rite
A Hive of Art, Honey & Bee Love: Tornareccio
Abruzzo’s Fires and Feast of Sant’Antonio Abate
Ciao 2020
The Bells & Eternal Love – Abruzzo’s Ancient Tinkling Affair
