- FEBRUARY 2018 -
Puglia
Dialect Proverbs
Authority and subjects A relationship without hope
by Alberto Sobrero Patre e patrone / sampe lore hann’avè ragione[Father and master / they will always be right]
(Capitanata) June 2011
Fatalism of the weak
by Alberto Sobrero Sorte noscia! – tissi la cozza – Cinca passa ne scafazza[Oh woe is me! – said the snail – Everyone that passes by tramples me underfoot]
(Salento) May 2011
Why proverbs
by Alberto Sobrero Once regarded as rules to live by, proverbs are practically unknown to new generations. A pop-culture heritage of wit and wisdom with more yet to give April 2011Apulian Cooking
Flour gnocchi with scrum
by Dario Ersetti An elegant meatless recipe from Bari to make the menu on the eve of feast-days more original and interesting November 2017
The scapece of Gallipoli
by Dario Ersetti The history of this delicious product – small fish preserved in vinegar, saffron and grated breadcrumbs – found in the markets of Salento and elsewhere. It is mainly produced in Gallipoli but Vasto, in Abruzzo, also has a special recipe September 2017
Cupeta An irresistibile delicacy
by Dario Ersetti Nougat and almond brittle, typical of many parts of Italy, have remote origins. The same goes for cupeta, a traditional sweet from Lecce, ever-present at street markets and local celebrations June 2017
Simulata with mussels
by Dario Ersetti A delicious dish in which the delicate taste of semola combines with the intensity of the mussels flavored with garlic and oil. There are numerous variations May 2017
Sardine fishballs
by Dario Ersetti A delicate dish, healthy and extremely cheap.We advise accompanying it with a glass of Leverano white wine January 2017
“Fruttone”, the other face of the pasticciotto
by Dario Ersetti The same shape as the pasticciotto but with ingredients typical of Salento: filled with almond paste and quince paste, in a delicious contrast with its chocolate icing.Ideal when accompanied by a glass of Moscato di Trani November 2016
Potato and zucchini soup
by Dario Ersetti The triumph of simple, genuine flavors. But all the ingredients must be top quality September 2016
Oven-baked pasta with eggplant and tomatoes
by Dario Ersetti A simple dish but full of flavor, with the main ingredients of the Mediterranean diet July 2016
Filled wafers
by Dario Ersetti Gargano and nearby Abruzzo both claim paternity.If the ingredients are right the flavor is amazing! May 2016
Cuttlefish with artichokes and potatoes
by Dario Ersetti It’s cooked tuttu paru, that is, with all the ingredients put into the pot at the same time.Delicious! March 2016
Pisieddhri a cecamariti (Peas cecamariti-style) or Pisieddhri cu li muersi (Peas with fried bread)
by Dario Ersetti 2016 has been declared the “International Year of Pulses” by the UN and as its first recipe of the year Bridge suggests a pulse-based dish.It’s an old rustic recipe, really just using up the leftovers, good enough to “blind” your husband January 2016
Fish soup - Taranto style
by Dario Ersetti A traditional dish on Christmas Eve, it is made in several different ways up and down Italy.The freshness of the fish and the speed of cooking are the essential elements November 2015
MEDITERRANEAN DIET
Fish A precious part of healthy eating
by Luigi Formisano Protein with a high biological content, omega 3, minerals and vitamins. The substances in fish give the body major benefits and prevent many diseases November 2015
Puccia, pizzi and other delicacies
by Dario Ersetti Plain or with olives, onion, tomato etc., they are an irresistible Apulian street food.It’s better not to make them at home as to get the best results you need professional ovens October 2015
Troccoli with octopus sauce
by Dario Ersetti Delicious recipe enhanced by the rough texture of the troccoli.In summer it's best to use fresh tomatoes July 2015
MEDITERRANEAN DIET
Octopus Few calories, good proteins
by Novella Pranzo It is also very rich in minerals. But not recommended for everyone July 2015