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Puglia, craftsmanship and whistles
Puglia is a region that can boast an ancient manual and traditional craft: the production of ceramics and terracotta, present in the territory since 3000 BC. There are several artistic...
Puglia, craftsmanship and whistles
Puglia is a region that can boast an ancient manual and traditional craft: the production of ceramics and terracotta, present in the territory since 3000 BC. There are several artistic...
The almond fig
The almond fig has become a unique and delicious staple of Apulian cuisine thanks to the idea of pairing dried figs and almonds, born in San Michele Salentino in the...
The almond fig
The almond fig has become a unique and delicious staple of Apulian cuisine thanks to the idea of pairing dried figs and almonds, born in San Michele Salentino in the...
Salento craftsmanship
The art of papier-mâché The art of papier-mâché in Lecce dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries, when Lecce artisans discovered in the art of "plasticizing" paper the potential...
Salento craftsmanship
The art of papier-mâché The art of papier-mâché in Lecce dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries, when Lecce artisans discovered in the art of "plasticizing" paper the potential...
Handcrafted baskets from Puglia
Puglia… and the art of the “Panari” Puglia preserves and boasts a wealth of traditions, including craftsmanship. Basket-making, using rush and olive wood, is particularly noteworthy. It's common to stumble...
Handcrafted baskets from Puglia
Puglia… and the art of the “Panari” Puglia preserves and boasts a wealth of traditions, including craftsmanship. Basket-making, using rush and olive wood, is particularly noteworthy. It's common to stumble...
Discovering Farinella
The history of Farinella First, it's important to consider the history of this food; in fact, farinella was a staple of peasant meals, along with other products like dried figs,...
Discovering Farinella
The history of Farinella First, it's important to consider the history of this food; in fact, farinella was a staple of peasant meals, along with other products like dried figs,...
Typical Apulian products as Christmas gifts
Giving something unique and special to loved ones is a thought everyone has during the Christmas holidays. Sometimes the choice can be difficult, but there's a foolproof solution! Typical Apulian...
Typical Apulian products as Christmas gifts
Giving something unique and special to loved ones is a thought everyone has during the Christmas holidays. Sometimes the choice can be difficult, but there's a foolproof solution! Typical Apulian...