Galatina Restaurants – the Fantastico Five

Truffle Pasta at Il Fienele

Galatina Restaurants- Farm & Sea to Table Il Fienele A top-notch restaurant, opposite the Basilica di Santa Caterina run by talented chef Paolo Adamo, born and bred in Puglia. Great fresh Mediterranean and Pugliese cuisine.  +39 392 037 8604 (Piazza Raimondello Orsini 6, Galatina.  Il Fienele Menu https://pugliabu1927.live-website.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IIFienele.mov Cast 1485 Cast 1485 is a rooftop lounge […]

Puglia Festivals for 2026 and 2027

Pizzica dance Puglia Italy

Festivals in Puglia 2026 and 2027 For a truly authentic and memorable experience- come to Puglia for a Festival.  Whether you’re a foodie, a music lover, or someone eager to experience ancient traditions and culture, there are experiences you should plan for.  A bounty of  festivals and fairs enliven the region all year round. Here is […]

Gorgeous Galatina

Galatina street

A little history and 2026 Travel Guide     Historical and Cultural Attractions Galatina is a town steeped in history, with many beautiful churches, palaces, and other historic buildings to explore.  There has been an elegant town here since the 12th century.  You will love the Puglia Romanesque style, with impressive doorways and balconies, decorated […]

Sensational Southern Salento – Day Trips from Galatina

  Discover the Magic of Southern Salento A 2026 travel guide for your trip to Puglia- Best Places to Visit in Salento     The rich history and culture of the region contribute to its mystical allure. Southern Salento, part of the Puglia region, is home to Beautiful coastlines, ancient Greek ruins, Medieval castles, and […]

25 Tips When Visiting Puglia

Puglia map - 25 Tips when visiting Puglia

Thinking of a trip to Italy?  Here are 25 tips for traveling around Puglia (or Apulia) Things to Know before you go in 2027   I have been to the big touristy cities in Italy- beautiful, historic- but the cynic in me feels like I am playing the role of one in a million tourists.  […]

Italian Cooking lessons in Otranto de Corigliano

fresh pasta of Puglia

We had no idea what to expect…but it sounded like an adventure..   We pulled into a beautiful back yard and were warmly greeted by Antonio, and Enza- and their students/guests.  It immediately felt like more of a party than a lesson- and that impression continued as our hosts rolled out a feast of local […]

Pasticciotto Patrol

Pasticciotto

Ever since we discovered this dessert… We have been on Pasticciotto Patrol Southern Italy has a bounty of amazing and unusual desserts- but the Pasticciotto was born in a pastry shop in Galatina in 1875. The pasticciotto is a small oval shaped pastry made from short crust and filled with pastry cream. The perfect Italian-style […]