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Across Salento, the masserie from centuries past are being reinvented as culinary destinations.

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Galatina: Between Two Seas
Culture

Galatina: Between Two Seas

February 28, 2026|
6 min read

Positioned between the Adriatic and the Ionian, Galatina offers access to two distinct coastlines within thirty to forty minutes — a flexibility that makes it a compelling base for exploring Salento.

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Hidden Trattorie of Salento
Gastronomy

Hidden Trattorie of Salento

February 27, 2026|
4 min read

Escape the tourist trails and dine where the locals go for handmade orecchiette.

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The History of Our Frescoes
Culture

The History of Our Frescoes

October 20, 2025|
8 min read

Explore the artistic and architectural significance of the Basilica of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, home to one of the most extensive medieval fresco cycles in southern Italy.

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3 Local Vineyards to Visit: A Curated Guide
Gastronomy

3 Local Vineyards to Visit: A Curated Guide

October 12, 2025|
5 min read

Three distinctive Salento wineries — each shaped by family, land, and history — offer an inspiring starting point for exploring the region beyond its beaches and baroque towns.

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Flea Markets and the Joy of Rummaging
Culture

Flea Markets and the Joy of Rummaging

October 1, 2025|
5 min read

A morning spent wandering through a flea market with absolutely nothing in mind.

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