Tag: Brindisi
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Feeling Festive in Puglia
It’s two weeks before Christmas day and Puglia is starting to ramp up the festive vibe; with twinkling lights adorned outside the town houses and a large modern Christmas tree in every Piazza. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Creative ‘Presepe’, nativity scenes, are dotted around each town and in the homes of…
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Cultural Differences: Italian v English
Being a British expat living ‘la dolce vita’ in Italy, I see many cultural differences between the two countries, so I thought I’d share some of my observations with you! When an Italian friend says ‘arrivo‘, which means ‘I’m arriving’, what they actually mean is, they’re running late and haven’t even left the house yet!…
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Mr BBQ: AKA Michele Iaia
Summer is here and the weather is hot in Puglia. So it’s time to kick back, relax and have some fun with your friends and family. Why not invite them over for a BBQ? Don’t want to stand over a hot grill? Then call Mr BBQ! He’s a professional butcher and chef, therefore he only…
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What’s Happening in May 2016
Here’s a few dates for your social calendar! 8th May Ostuni Street Music Festival Location: Ostuni Piazza & Centro Storico Time: 15:30-22:00 Price: Free! For more information, check out their Facebook page. 8th-12th May October Beer Festival in Spring! Plus live music. Location: Macondo, Ostuni. Time: 21:30 Price: Depends on how many beers your have! For…
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Real Puglian hospitality
Not one to turn down a dinner invitation, I headed to the relatively unknown town of Villa Castelli, in the province of Brindisi, and went to a traditional trattoria, ‘Antichi Sapori’. My good friend and wine producer, Giuseppe Schiena had recommended the place, and told me that the owner, Cirone, is extremely passionate about locally…
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Double Bill in Brindisi: A Taste of the Mediterranean and World Championship Powerboat Racing.
Brindisi hosts its third gastronomic food and wine festival ‘Sapori del Mediterraneo’, A taste of the Mediterranean 2nd – 5th July 2015, Viale Regina Margherita (Lungomare) Back by popular demand, this four day event is devoted to great Puglian food and wine. During the festival, you can enjoy a large selection of local delicacies that…
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Auto Fair: San Michele Salentino 30th May – 2nd June 2015
The “Auto Fair” returns to San Michele Salentino! All eyes are on San Michele Salentino, Puglia, known as the “Auto City” after the huge success of previous editions, with thousands of visitors flocking to this region. Preparations are underway for “Auto Fair 2015” which takes place 30th May to 2nd June 2015 in Borgo Ajeni…
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Negroamaro Wine Festival Brindisi: 05-09 June 2015
Year on year, the Negroamaro wine festival surpasses the previous year, and this year is no exception! It’s certainly my favourite event of the year! Set over 20,000sqm in the historic City of Brindisi, the streets are lined with wine tasting stations, street food and various live music and dancing. As you meander through the…
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What an honour and what a view! Brindisi War Memorial Tower
Coming in to land at Brindisi airport, I caught my first glimpse of the impressive War Memorial Tower. It stood tall and proud over the harbour, and I could see the Virgin Mary aloft keeping a close eye on the people below. It grabbed my attention and intrigued me, I have always admired it, but…
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