Flavours on the go

The Highway of Tastes: La Pupa e il Cavallo, the typical Easter sweets of Abruzzo

A recipe with ancient origins, which used to be prepared for the families of future brides and grooms on the occasion of the official engagement, over the years the Pupa e il Cavallo has become a typical Easter dessert. Traditionally, …

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Teramo virtues, the gastronomic specialty of May 1

In Abruzzo, a typical recipe of the most deeply rooted tradition is prepared on May 1: the Virtù teramane. Legend has it that the dish is so named because it had to be prepared by 7 virgins, using 7 legumes, …

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Sagne e fagioli: the soup of Abruzzo’s peasant tradition

Beans, fresh homemade pasta and a few simple ingredients for a rich and wholesome dish: it is the queen among all soups, pasta e fagioli, which enriches the culinary tradition in Abruzzo. Typical of this dish are sagne, also called …

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Bocconotti abruzzesi, shortbread shells with a mouthwatering filling

Bocconotti are a traditional sweet from Abruzzo and have quite ancient origins. One of the most credited folk legends has it that in the 18th century a maid serving an Abruzzese family decided to make a dessert that resembled a …

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Castrovalva, where Abruzzo’s highest oil is born

In Castrovalva, at the gateway to the Sagittario Valley, a family cherishes an ancient tradition: the highest olive oil in Abruzzo. Among the beech forests, at 800 meters above sea level, this olive grove endures thanks to the expert care …

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