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ITALY’S DAYS OF THE DEAD
As the summer tourists depart, the locals change gear and move into Autumn harvest mode. The olive groves hum with the sound of abbacchiatore's as plump olives are felled, winemakers refine their blends and the sweet smell of woodsmoke fills the air as the summers trimmings are sent heavenward from spiralling fires. With the breathtaking changing landscape, seasonal traditions, and special dedication to those who have passed away, this time of year in Umbria is a kaleidoscope of delight and wonder.
- 21 COLLECTION, ART, FOOD AND WINE, GUIDES, LA DOLCE VITA, SEASONAL HAPPENINGS, TRAVEL, UMBRIAN TALES
AUTUMN MAGIC IN CITTA DELLA PIEVE
Umbria is undoubtedly the perfect year-round holiday destination but autumn is a glorious period to visit. The landscape is ablaze with beautiful autumnal colours, the otherwise tranquil countryside is a buzz of activity with the grape and olive harvests in full swing.
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UNVEILING THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF ITALIAN PASTA
Have you ever wandered down the pasta aisle in your local grocery store and felt utterly bamboozled by the avalanche of pasta choices? I know I have. As a self-proclaimed Italian cuisine connoisseur and having lived in Italy for almost a decade, I was under the delusion that I knew everything there was to know about pasta. But standing in that aisle in the heart of Umbria, I had an epiphany: my pasta knowledge was as flat as a lasagna sheet! There was a whole pasta-verse of bizarre shapes waiting to be discovered.
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7-DAY SOUTH-EAST SICILIAN ADVENTURE
Our seven-day trip along Sicily's east coast was delightful and car-free, offering sun, fun, delicious food, and historical sites. We explored Catania, Taormina, and Siracusa effortlessly using e-scooters, bikes, and public transport. Highlights included Mount Etna, Baroque architecture, vibrant street food, and the heartwarming local culture.
