June 24, 2022
Typicalness and Curiosities
The area of Giglio Campese is distinguished by its beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, breathtaking sunsets and unforgettable views. In this area you can still admire the tower built in the late 17th century, today perfectly preserved. Going southward we find a striking stacks. The inhabited area of Giglio Campese is the most recent inhabited […]
June 20, 2022
Typicalness and Curiosities
Bread making in Sardinia is an art, an ancient tradition rooted in the remotest past. The ritual associated with bread making has been passed down from generation to generation: the mistress of the house aided by her daughters, the women of the family and often the women of the neighborhood, prepared the dough which was […]
Typicalness and Curiosities
“In this country everything shines, everything is color, everything is light.” So wrote the famous French painter Henri Matisse to his friend Henri Salvetto to describe the landscape of Corsica, a country he had landed in a few days ago to celebrate his recent wedding to Amélie Parayre. Landing at the port of Ajaccio […]
June 15, 2022
Typicalness and Curiosities
Napoleon returning to France from his Elban exile often said that the people of Elba were strong and healthy because the island’s wine gave them strength and health. This statement strikes us today, but it was based on a widespread sentiment at the time. Then again, even today Elban wine is a great pride of […]
June 9, 2022
Typicalness and Curiosities
Alvaro Claudi is a cook who with a lot of passion and wisdom has chosen to tell the story of the gastronomy of the Tuscan Archipelago, its history and its peculiarities. He has written numerous books and organized several events on this theme. He has participated in number of television and radio broadcasts, promoting the […]
Typicalness and Curiosities
Sicily is the island of colors par excellence. Kissed by the sun and the sea, rich in history and art, it is a land that reminds us of warmth, vacations and summer. Yet, in reality, Sicily also has its dark and gloomy sides. Very ancient tragedies are still told about the island. These are often […]
