Flavours on the go

Chestnuts, forests, and the flavors of fall along the A24 and A25

From October 16 through early November, the villages, valleys, and mountains of Abruzzo celebrate the season with chestnuts, local specialties, and traditions waiting to be rediscovered At this time of year, the woods change color, the days grow shorter, and …

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Agriculture and Flavors: A Journey Through Lazio and Abruzzo

A particularly hot summer is slowly letting up, and the colors lining the highways already herald the arrival of fall. Starting in mid-September, the villages along the A24 and A25 highways open their town squares to festivals and events celebrating …

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The Abruzzese chestnut: a journey through tradition and flavor

Autumn in Abruzzo is synonymous with warm colors, intense scents and authentic flavors. Among the undisputed protagonists of this season is the chestnut, a fruit that has accompanied peasant life for centuries and today represents a symbol of conviviality and …

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L’Aquila saffron, Abruzzo’s treasure in the Navelli Plain

In the Navelli Plain there is a treasure hidden in the heart of a flower: it is L’Aquila Saffron whose Protected Designation of Origin celebrates 20 years of recognition this year. From Sept. 5 to Sept. 19, this important anniversary …

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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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