Puglia
Puglia is a less-known region of Italy, making up the heel of Italy’s ‘boot.’ If whitewashed medieval hill towns and gorgeous Mediterranean coastline is your thing then Puglia is a must-see. At the Southern point of Puglia you can even make out a Greek Island across the sea! Local menus are stuffed with specialty dishes such as, Fettucine with Squid, Pasticciotto (a little pastry they make in different flavours, focaccia, and their most famous ‘Orecchiette’ pasta (shaped like small ears) which they serve with broccoli and garlic – an iconic Puglianese dish!
Sicily
Enter a captivating part of Italy which is actually a large Island, separated from Italy’s mainland. Sicily’s rich and unique culture boasts the arts, music, literature and architecture. The most fascinating site is Mount Etna (the largest active volcano in Europe) which rises over Catania, contrasted with the sparkling waters that surround the Island. Sicily is also home to several important Greek ruins, and you’re more likely to see influences from northern Africa. Enjoy the exotic flavours of Sicilian foods including shellfish and citrus, tuna and swordfish and almonds and ricotta.
Cinque Terre
If you’re still keen on visiting the North here’s one for you – be sure not to miss Cinque Terre - the gem of the north. Cinque Terre is a region made up of five fishing villages. It’s is a more well-known tourist destination, but you’ll most likely see more vacationing Italians in the summer months rather than foreigners. Immerse yourself in the pastel-coloured sights including the little houses built up on steep coastal cliffs. The villages are steeped in history, dating back to the early medieval period. Enjoy seafood dishes like Lobster Gnocchi, fresh fish, squid ink pasta and mussels.
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