Rough guide to Puglia: Bari - Lecce - Brindisi - Foggia [Travel Guide]

PUGLIA

Puglia – or Apulia is located in south-east Italy, between the Adriatic coast and the Tyrrhenian Sea. It
has a surface of about 19.000 sqm and approximately 4.1 million inhabitants. Salento peninsula, in
south Apulia, constitutes the heel boots. Bari is the capital of Apulia.

In the fertile coastal plans are cultivated olive-trees, cereals, tomatoes and grape-wines. Apulia is a
very important region for wine production. From here come some very appreciated red wines. The most
famous varieties are: Primitivo, Negroamaro and Sangiovese. In an area of 107.571 hectares, are
produced 7.580.000 hectolitres wines in total (DOC production: 259.900 hectolitres). The most famous
wine producing zones are Castel del Monte, Canosa, Locorotondo and Foggia. The climate is
characterized by hot summers and gentle winters.

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GEOGRAPHY

The provinces of Puglia: Foggia, Bari, Brindisi, Lecce e Taranto

Puglia includes the following provinces: Foggia, Bari, Brindisi, Lecce and Taranto.

There are many monuments and places to see, because the land boasts an ancient history which over
time has been ruled by Dauni, Peucetians, Messapians, Greeks, Romans and Byzatines. Who is
interested to see the ancient Magna Grecia capital, should go to Taranto. The most impressive
monuments are the testimonies dating back to the times of Emperor Frederick II, including Castel del
Monte. Other interesting places to visit are the Gravine, deep valleys embedded in the limestone
Murge, whose walls were often used for the construction of apartments in the rock, such as in
Massafra, Mottola....

Above all, Puglia is a region where the Roman style predominates. In all the coastal cities, but also in
the hinterland, there are important buildings in Roman style. Among the most important centres, we
find: Trani, Bari, Molfetta, Troia, Monte Sant’ Angelo, Canosa, Bitonto. Itria Valley is the Trulli area,
where the white buildings from the curious curved roofs are not to be missed. A special mention has to
be made for Alberobello.

In many places you can visit the ancient remains dating to the prehistoric period. Near the city of
Foggia, you can find the ruins of the ancient Daunia; the Peucetians settled in the today’s land of Bari,
while the Messapians settled in Salento. Of particular interest are the excavations of Egnatia, near
Fasano, located on the Adriatic coast. Messapi ancient ruins can be seen in Mandria.

Another attraction are the caves of Castellana, the largest of Puglia, maybe of Italy, not far from the
homonym town.

A pleasant modern entertainment is the nearby Zoo Safari of Fasano, whereas palaeontology lovers
can go to Altamura, where interesting caves hosts prehistoric drawings and traces of dinosaurs.


GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST

BARI
Capital of the Apulia Region, with its 316,500 inhabitants, is situated along the coast plain. It’s only a
few kilometres from the border with Murgia Barese. The Murgia is a limestone plateau bounded by
Corso dell’Ofanto, by the region of Messapia, Basilicata and the Adriatic Sea.

Murgia region, which partially includes the homonym park, is astonishing for the variety of its
landscapes, such as caves, shrines, defensive structures, churches and rural settlements,
villages and cities.

The shape of the city resembles a bird with outstretched wings, whose head corresponds to the old
town Bari Vecchia. In the third century BC began the Roman Empire domination. Over the centuries
Bari came under the dominion of the Arabs before, the Lombards, Byzantines and Saracens later.
The city of Bari was the seat of the Eastern Roman Empire fleet. After that Saint Nicola relics had
been secretly filched and was later built the Basilica dedicated to the saint, Bari became one of the
main Christianity centres. It was the point of departure and return of the Crusades as well as
communication bridge with the East.

Following the Normans, Angevins, Aragons and Spanish dominations, in 1813 the city began to
develop outside the centre, with the construction of new settlements. Today, Bari plays a primary role in
the international commercial relationships, thanks to the strategic role of its ports, airports, and to
Fiera del Levante trade fair complex.

PLACES OF INTEREST

Some remarkable monuments and some important relatively recent buildings are: Petruzzelli Theatre,
Margherita Theatre, Piccinni Theatre and Fizzarotti Palace. There are numerous rural churches and
tombs carved into the rock: among them, S. Candida Church, the Temple of S. Giorgio, Madia Diana
Hypogeum and the Jewish Hypogeum. Among the most interesting museums, we recall the
Archaeological Museum, the Provincial Library, the Historical Museum and the Botanical Garden.

The most significant events are St. Nicholas, patron saint of the city, which takes place December 6
and 7-9 May, and the exhibitions of Fiera del Levante, organized with the same enthusiasm since
1930.

Also the Basilica of San Nicola and its Museum, the Norman-Swabian Castle of Bari definitely worth
a visit.



MONOPOLI

Monopoly is in the Adriatic coast; its territory is flat except for
Loggia del Pilato, a terrace overlooking the plain.
It has almost 47,000 inhabitants and in the surroundings, easily
reachable, there are interesting tourist centres like Polignano a
Mare, Alberobello, Castellana Grotte, Ostuni and Fasano.

Its position on a beautiful sea, awarded by Legambiente with Vela
Blu (blue sail), is characterized by 25 fine sandy beaches, spread
over a surface of 13 Km.

The typical rural buildings are the Masserias, old fortified farms and homes of agricultural jobs,
churches, villages and countryside villas. Agricultural production primarily consists of the cultivation
of olive-trees, almond-trees, fruit trees and vegetables.

The name Monopoly means unique city, and probably dates back to when the citizens of the nearby
Gnazia, destroyed by the Goths of Totila, arrived in the city, which at the time was only a village.

Even in Monopoly, as in other towns in the region, Normans, Byzantines and Swabians ruled over the
centuries.

Monopoly was also ruled by Venice, which realized the enlargement of the port and under which the
city experienced a very flourishing period, in part due to having supported trades with the hinterland
regions, whose products were much in demand by external market.

Following the Spanish and Austrian domination, Monopoly came under the Kingdom of Naples and
finally under the Kingdom of Italy.

PLACES OF INTEREST

The monument representing the city is the Castle of Charles V, a defensive construction of Aragonese
origin, built as a Benedictine monastery, later renewed by Charles V for defensive purpose and
currently home to exhibitions and conferences. The entire old town consists of well-preserved remains
of the old city walls. The fortified Masserias, still in perfect conditions, are located just beyond the
borders of the historic centre, in the heart of the port, and in the sweet hills of the inland.

Just 3 km away from the city is Santo Stefano, a private manor estate, once a Benedictine Abbey,
founded in 1086 by Goffredo d'Altavilla.

Among the many traditions, it’s important to remember the holiday dedicated to Saints Cosma and
Damiano, which take place the first weekend of June and the raft commemorating procession, which
carries the icon of the Madonna della Madia; it repeats the same two times a year, on 14 August and 16
December.

Worth seeing are also the Cathedral of Santa Maria, the Feast of Saint Lucia and the Christmas market.



BRINDISI

Capital of the homonym province, Brindisi has about 88,000
inhabitants and is located in the Salento plains, on the Adriatic
Sea with which is connected from a natural harbour.

It was the principal centre of Messapia, always out of line with
the near city Taranto. In 267 BC it was conquered by the
Romans and linked to Rome by Via Appia and Via Traiana,
whose end is attested by two Roman columns.

Brindisi was an important bishop's seat; it was conquered by Goths, Byzantines and in 674 AD was
devastated by the Longobards. Later, as all the surrounding towns under the Byzantines, fell under
the Norman and Aragonese domination, before being conquered by the Maritime Republic of Venice
and finally get under the Kingdom of Naples. Brindisi reached its heyday under the Kingdom of Italy
and in the next century, between 1943 and 1944, was capital of Italy for five months.

PLACES OF INTEREST

The impressive Aragonese Castle, also known as the castle of the sea, was built for defensive
purposes in 1491 on the island facing the port. It has two distinct parts: the Red Castle, which takes
name from the red bricks which compose it, and the Fort, seat of Navy Command.

In the centre of the city, in Piazza Duomo, the De Cateniano Portico, once belonging to Hospitaller
Order of the Knights of Jerusalem, the Archaeological Museum, the Loggia of Palazzo Balsamo, the
Diocesan Museum.

In San Pietro degli Schiavoni area you can visit the archaeological excavations, partially dating back
to Roman times.

Along the road towards San Vito you can see Tancredi Fountain, built in the year 1192, at the hands
of the Norman King Tancred of Sicily.

In Casale district you can find the monument to Italian Sailors, a huge 5 meters rudder.

If you're ever in Brindisi in the month of September, you can watch the procession of the patron
saints into the sea, which takes place the first week of the month and processions of Cavallo Parato
del Corpus Domini e l’Osanna, religious tradition of Greek origin, which takes place from the middle of
the 1900.

Don’t forget a visit to Santa Maria del Casale Church and to Brindisi Cathedral.



FASANO

Belonging to the Province of Brindisi, it has about 38,600
inhabitants and is located south of Monopoli, not far from the sea.
Its latest outlying suburb "Selva di Fasano" is known for the
dense vegetation.

In Fasano are the archaeological excavations of Egnatia, a
number of old farms and Masserias, Trulli, age-old olive trees
and dry stone walls.

The history dates back to the destruction of Egnazia, after that the inhabitants of the coasts came back
to protect themselves from pirates and from the invasions of other populations.

The first settlement of Santa Maria di Fajano dates back to 1088. Many other coastal areas of the
region suffered the attacks of various populations until the end of the eighteenth century. Each year
they remind the victory against the Turks.

PLACES OF INTEREST

The city is best known for the great Safari Zoo, which houses about 4,000 animals belonging to 40
different breeds.

Fasano is situated near the archaeological site of Egnatia, the ancient city of Messapia, which dates
back to proto-historic period and is located along the Via Traiana.

The center of Fasano is characterized by narrow alleys, small streets and squares, embellished with
white houses.

The Mother Church, dedicated to St. Giovanni Battista and located in the historic centre, is a typical
example of late Renaissance architecture.

The Arch-Knight, leading to Baliale Palace, also has a very artistic value. It was renovated and hosts
nowadays the town hall.

The many old farms and Masserias were independent and responded to the needs of each. With the
time, they have developed and have started to be used for tourism purpose too. In the particular case of
Masseria di S. Angelo de 'Graecis, inside the ancient olive-press has been set up a small museum.

On a landscape scale, particularly interesting are the dunes of Torre Canne and Torre San Leonardo.



OSTUNI

The White City, divided between land and sea, medieval
buildings and nightlife, also belongs to the province of Brindisi,
has only 33,000 inhabitants and is located about 8 km from the
Adriatic coast. It’s the most important cultural centre of the
Salento plain.

The first settlement dates back to III-IV century BC, and was
founded by the Messapi. During the Second Punic War, the town
was destroyed and later rebuilt by the Romans, with which Ostuni
started a particular flourishing period.

After the fall of the Roman Empire, Ostuni was ruled by several populations: the Ostrogoths, the
Lombards, the Normans and the Aragons, which, however, failed to introduce any feudal order. From
1800, Ostuni expanded his territory until reaching the current size.

PLACES OF INTEREST

The charm of Ostuni is the characteristic white colour of the ancient buildings. All the facades of the old
town were white painted. This is what gave the names of White City, Queen of Olives and the Crib
City. We recommend visiting the old town, called "The Land", which differs from the most recent, called
"Marina". At the centre of the old city is Ostuni Cathedral, with a hardly classifiable architectural style,
but whose origins are clearly referable to the Gothic-Roman tradition.

Not to be missed is the portal of Spirito Santo Church, built in 1450, today declared a National
Monument.

Another attraction is the 17 km of beaches, alternating sandy coves, cliffs, pebble beaches and dunes
covered in Mediterranean maquis.

Along the coast, you will find a nature reserve in the Lido Morelli.

Very famous is the Feast of St. Oronzo, the patron saint and protector of the city, which takes place
August 25 to 27, during which the clergy and the municipal authorities participate to a parade on
horseback with ladies and knights in the original medieval costumes.

Madonna del Carmine Church, the Convent and Monacelle Church as well as San Giuseppe trade,
the Museum of Pre-Classical Civilization of the southern Murgia and the Archaeologic Park of
Santa Maria Agnano definitely worth a visit.



The coast of Salento is characterized by a varied landscape. The sun, the sea, the wind: nature is the
first thing that strikes you when you arrive in this small piece of land. The area of Salento is centred
in the province of Lecce and just borders on the province of Brindisi from the side of the Adriatic Sea,
and on the province of Taranto from the side of the Ionian Sea.

Surfing, windsurfing and kite-surfing lovers meet in the beaches facing the lakes Alimini and divers can
choose between the different centres, and especially between the beautiful waters of the Ionian sea
and those between Otranto and Santa Maria di Leuca.

On the coast road that from Santa Cesarea leads to Castro, there are the famous Grotte di Castro:
Grotta Romanelli, one of the most important prehistoric caves in Italy and Zinzulusa, the pearl among
the caves, whose name 'Zinzuli', rags, was used by the fishermen to describe the similarity with the
wonderful stalactites and stalagmites.

LECCE
Capital of the homonym province, with over 83,000
inhabitants, it has very ancient origins: Sybar, city of
Messapia, existed already before the Trojan War.

Called Lupiae during the Roman Empire, Lecce reached a very
flourishing period under Emperor Marcus Aurelius. It fell
later under the Greek domination and was then sacked by the
Ostrogoths. In 549 it was under the dominion of the Eastern
Roman Empire, under which he remained for the next 500
years.

Under the Normans domination, Lecce became a prestigious
economic centre and was the capital of Salento.

In 1463, Lecce fell under the Kingdom of Naples and became the most dynamic cultural centre of the
Mediterranean; in this period it developed the baroque art with Lecce’s stone. In the following
centuries, during the reign of Charles V, the city was equipped with a second wall to protect from the
several attempts of Turkish invasions. In the same period, it began the construction of many churches
and control structures, making the city looks like a huge construction site, until the arrival of the
pestilence, which subsided thanks to the miraculous intervention of St. Oronzo, who later became the
patron saint of the city. The expansion of the city beyond the walls occurred at the beginning of the
twentieth century.



Places of interest

Lecce is characterized by baroque buildings, for which it is famous. This style is characterized by the
particular richness and abundance in decorations, for which the master sculptors used Lecce stone,
very malleable and easy to work, also known as the marble of the poor.

The artistic and architectural heritage of Lecce is incalculable, and has given it the name of Florence of
the South and Pearl of Salento. During your visit in Lecce, you will realize to be in a real open air
museum, where Lecce stone dominates uncontested in the palaces, the churches, the fortified
buildings.

Among the many churches in the city, we remember the Basilica of Santa Croce, whose construction
started in 1353 and was completed only in 1699. In the historical centre, overlooking the beautiful
square, stands the cathedral, the bishop, the seminary and the church tower. Lecce Castle is born from
a project of Gian Giacaomo dell'Acaya, upon order of Charles V.

Interesting sights to visit are also the amphitheatre, the Olivetani Convent, the Feast of St. Oronzo
and the Provincial Archaeological Museum Sigismondo Castromediano.

Gallipoli

Gallipoli is located on the west coast of the Salento peninsula and
has 20,266 inhabitants. It is divided between the modern district
(Borgo) and the old town district, which lies on a calcareous
island (Island of St. Andrew), joined to the mainland by a bridge.

Gallipoli, once called Anxa, was one of the centres of Messapia.
It was later conquered by the Romans and became an important
economic centre, thanks to the purple produced in the region.

Gallipoli remained for a long time tied to Greek traditions about habits, rituals and dialect: the Latin
rite, widespread in Salento area since the Middle Age, in Gallipoli replaced the Greek only in the
sixteenth century.

After the fall of the Roman Empire, it was sacked by Barbarians, Vandals and Goths. These lasts
were then defeated by the Byzantines and then expelled. Then came the domination of the Swabians
and the Aragons, traces of which can be found in the renovation of the old Byzantine castle, which
became a fortress, further fortified by the Spaniards during their rule over the city.

The old part of the town, fortified with towers, ramparts and walls, was repeatedly assaulted: we
remember in particular the Venetians siege in 1484 and the French one in 1528.



Places of interest

Among the main reasons that lead to visit Gallipoli, there are not just the churches, the palaces and
the monuments: the old town for example is very characteristic, beginning from its particular location
on St. Andrea Island.

The small island has a perimeter of 1.5 kilometers and is characterized by a tangle of alleys and
squares, intertwined within each other. The city walls, the ramparts and towers that once protected
the city from invaders, shelter nowadays from the floods and confer the city a special charm, giving
the impression of a journey into the past.

Definitely deserve a visit Santa Maria degli Angeli church and the Cathedral of St. Agatha of
Gallipoli, in Baroque style, which exhibits very interesting paintings and inside frescoes. Nearby you
can admire the Hellenic fountain, once mistakenly classified as the oldest fountain of Italy, rich in
reliefs inspired by Greek mythology. In front of the fountain is the Santuario (sanctuary) Santa
Madonna del Canneto, with ceilings dating from the eighteenth century.

Gallipolli is a popular destination for sea lovers, thanks to the fine sandy beaches such as the Lido San
Giovanni, very appreciated from families. It 's also very popular with divers.



UGENTO

Ugento has 10824 inhabitants, is located a few kilometres
from the Ionian Sea coast and has a coastline of about 8
km, mostly low and sandy.

The traces of the first settlements date back to 1000 B.C.
The city was called Ozan and its inhabitants were devoted to
the worship of Zeus, as pointed out by the many remains of
temples and statues dedicated to him.

Defensive walls clearly show the presence of Messapi.
Once, Ugento was an important commercial centre as well as a commercial and military power.
The rivalry with Taranto decreed the beginning of his decline, accompanied by bloody wars and
dramatically decimation of the population. The city was finally destroyed by the Romans, who never
forgave the Ugentini their help to Hannibal, allowing him and his troops the passage in their coasts.

PLACES OF INTEREST

The Municipal Museum is rich in archaeological and prehistoric finds unique in their kind, found in the
Roman and Messapian necropolis. Among the churches to visit in the centre, we remember the
Cathedral, built in 1537 in the eighteenth century in Gothic style and destroyed by the invasion of the
Saracens; the Church of St. Antonio, dating back to the fifteenth century, which houses 10 altars.
Very impressive and well preserved are the Byzantine walls, well-equipped with 5 gates and built after
the destruction of the city occurred in the eleventh and twelfth centuries.



OTRANTO

In the easternmost point of Italy, about 30 Km from Lecce, with its 5200
inhabitants, is Otranto, once known as Hydruntum, the first colony of
Magna Graecia, later became Municipium Romano. Before the
destruction by the Turks in 1480, it was for a long time an important
political, commercial and cultural centre, under the Byzantine and
Norman domination.

Otranto was also a meeting point for different cultures and a crossroads between the Mediterranean
and the eastern lands.

PLACES OF INTEREST

Otranto satisfies both the seaside tourism and the one with a more natural, historic or cultural purpose.
A walk in the old town to will see the age-old charming district, enclosed in the Aragonese walls,
with its white houses and cobbled streets, which lead to the beautiful S. Maria Annunciata Cathedral.
It’s the largest church in Puglia and is characterized by the imposing Renaissance rose window,
with clear Gothic-Arabs influences. In memory of the tragic battle of 1480, in the Cathedral were the
remains of the deceased citizens. Also worth visiting is the Church of St. Peter.

Equally interesting is the Castle of Otranto, which was modified by the Aragons, who decided to
extend the existing defensive structure. Nature lovers can visit the beautiful Grotta dei Cervi at Porto
Badisco, known for the many finds dating back to post-Palaeolithic.



MINERVINO DI LECCE

Coming to Minervino of Lecce, the first thing you notice is
the presence of many churches, which immediately make
you think of a special Christian devotion. The Main Church
is dedicated to St. Michael the Archangel, and represents
the most beautiful Renaissance church of Salento. It was
built in the mid-sixteenth century to accept and join people.

Particularly interesting is the portal with its precious
carvings; the large ornate rose window that reminds Santa Croce in Lecce, and the towering bronze
bell of great value which is, it is told, able to keep away from the town the violent storms, with its strong
strokes. On one of its portals is the statue of St. Michael the Archangel. The main apse, richly
decorated in local stone, is by Gabriele Riccardi, an artist who has performed numerous works in the
best churches in Salento region.

Venturi Palace was considered a real fortress, thanks to the many loopholes from which were being
filtered particular pollutants materials (such as pitch) to defend themselves against attackers.

The Portal, of considerable artistic interest, is characterized by the presence of the Venturi crest

Palazzo Scarciglia has a fabulous lobby. The small Addolorata chapel is located just a few steps
from the Main Church. From the seventeenth century is also the Convent with the adjoining Church of
St. Anthony, belonging to the order of the Minori Osservanti Riformati (1624-1628).

This church was enriched in 1733 by putting an organ, by Carlo Sanarica. In the main altar is a
wooden statue of St. Anthony of Padua and the wall hangs a fine painting by Catalano.

In the area there are many churches, like Immacolata, Madonna delle Grazie, whose main altar dates
from 1680, the ancient churches of St. Pietro and Santa Croce, which complete the list of the many
churches of the area.

Another attraction of significant historical interest are Dolmens and Menhirs. The largest and best
preserved Dolmen in the province of Lecce, called Li Scusi, is located in Minervino of Lecce. Finally,
very important is the Trappeto Ipogeo, with an area of 700 square meters, totally dug into the rock and
located 3 meters below the roadway.



SANTA MARIA DI LEUCA

Santa Maria di Leuca, called just Leuca, is a very appreciated touristic resort. Promontory Punta
Meliso is the easternmost region of Salento and of the boot, as well as meeting point between the
Adriatic and the Ionian Sea. The name comes from Leukos, "white", given by the Greek sailors, who
saw this land illuminated by the sun, so white. The second part of his name has Christian origins.

Since 2006, Santa Maria di Leuca area and Tricase wood have joined the Regional Park of Costa
d’Otranto. There are numerous caves, embellished with and Greek Latin inscriptions. The caves and
the sea beds are of great natural interest, as well as a paradise for diving enthusiasts.

Inlands are rich in history and culture, the landscape offers dreamy views, including luxury country
houses dating back to the eighteenth century.

Currently, the territory is one of the most popular seaside resorts, both thanks to its clear sea, both
thanks to the climate, with summers beginning in May and ending in the middle of October.

A staircase of 184 steps connects the Cathedral of Santa Maria with the port, framing the
Acquedotto Pugliese. Its construction began in 1906, had to stop due to the outbreak of World War I,
it followed at the end of the war and it ends in 1939.


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Grand Hotel Kalidria Thalasso & Spa – Località Principessa – Taranto
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San Giorgio Resort & Spa – Cutrofiano – Lecce
http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/resort-san-giorgio-spa.html

Risorgimento Resort – Lecce
http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/risorgimento-resort.html


GOLF IN PUGLIA

Our golf hotels suggested by www.charmingpuglia.com are:

Golf Club Riva Tessali – Località Riva dei Tessali – Taranto
http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/golf-club-riva-dei-tessali.html

Golf Hotel Bari Alto – Casamassima – Bari
http://www.charmingpuglia.com/index.php?golf=24

San Domenico Golf – Savelletri di Fasano – Brindisi
http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/golf-club-san-domenico.html


GUIDE

Restaurants

Il Pepe Finto – typical dishes and sea food specialties – Bari
Osteria al Gambero – located in the old town, it offers creative local dishes – Bari
Prosciutteria Salumeria (charcuterie) Matteo – local products – warm hospitality – Bari
Il Poeta Contadino – traditional cuisine with more than 20.000 wines – Alberobello
Pastificio dei Trulli – pastry and delicious sweets – Alberobello
San Pietro – located in an historic house, with round arches and a second hall in the cave –
traditional and savoury dishes – Ostuni
Odissesa – simple and elegant restaurant, located in an old cloister and personally managed by
Tasselli family – Ostuni
Osteria Antica Posada – ancient hall – exquisite gastronomy – Ostuni
Grotta Palazzese – seafood specialties – hotel restaurant in a Polignano a Mare
http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-grotta-palazzese.html. The restaurant particularity is
the terrace, partially inside the cave, which offers a breathtaking sea view – Polignano a Mare
Osteria degli Spiriti – simple local dishes – Lecce
Trattoria Cucina Casereccia – traditional dishes, very appreciated by Salentino people –
Lecce
Golosità del Salento da Valentina – local productes dishes and a wide wine selection – Lecce
La Puritate – wine specialties, overlooking Puritate sea – Gallipoli
Marechiaro – located in the promenade, it offers typical seafood dishes from Salento – elegant
and refined setting – Gallipoli
Tricase – delicacies from Salento – Marina di Leuca

Caffé & Patisseries

Caffè Pasticceria Stoppani – historical café, where you will taste the best almond pastries –
Bari
Pasticceria Gelateria Enoteca Tambone – large wine selection and delicacies from Salento –
Bari
San Cesario di Lecce – Piazza Garibaldi – Patisserie with typical delicacies – Lecce
Maglio Arte Dolciaria – bakery and patisserie – Lecce


GASTRONOMIC SPECIALITIES OF PUGLIA

Agnello allo squero lamb skewer

Alici arraganate breaded anchovies (without fish bones) in a mixture of garlic, mint, capers,
oregano, to make in layers in a trayful and dressed with oil, vinegar, then
baked.

Calzone pugliese “calzone” filled with oil, onion, tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, parsley, or
with mozzarella, with ham, ricotta and Caciocavallo.

Capuzzelle half backed lamb or goat’s head with potatoes, oil, salt, garlic and oregano

Carduncieddi boiled cardoons, flavoured, in Brindisi area, with black olives, anchovies and
grated bread - in Bari and Foggia area, with a beaten egg, cheese and pepper.
Both have to be backed.

Cozze arraganate the superior part of the mussels is put into a terracotta container, then flavoured
with a mix of white bread crumbs, oregano, garlic, parsley, olive oil and tomato
sauce, than backed. After the first half of the cooking time, it has to be sprinkled
with white wine.

Cutturidde lamb prepared with onions, parsley, sheep cheese pieces, salt, pepper,
olive oil and covered with water. The pot has to be covered and needs a low
flame.

Melanzane ripiene aubergines stuffed with tomatoes, capers, olives, and anchovy fillets, covered
with white bread crumbs and baked

'Ncapriata large bean soup, mashed with a large wooden spoon and then dressed with
olive oil. The soup is served with bitter chicory, sweet pepper and tomatoes or
with cooked onions.

Orata alla pugliese sea bream is prepared with pecorino cheese, potatoes, garlic, lots of parsley
and olive oil. Everything is made in layers in a container: first parsley, then the
sliced potatoes with grated cheese over and the fish, then another layer of
grated cheese and potatoes - finally put into the oven.

Pasta con i peperoni Pasta with tomato sauce and peppers.

Pèttue oder Popizze crepes filled with anchovies and fried in ricotta cheese or in oil.


GASTRONOMIC SPECIALITIES OF PUGLIA

Pinne Large molluscs belonging to the family of clams. They have to be eaten raw in
salads with olive oil, lemon juice, pepper and parsley.

Puddica 1 centimetre thick focaccia, with tomatoes and garlic chunks, dressed with olive
oil, oregano and salt before being baked in the oven.

Rècchie ai tre colori Orecchiette cooked along with the rocket salad, with tomato sauce and
pecorino cheese.

Rècchie con cime Orecchiette with turnip greens and anchovies
di rapa e acciughe

Tarantello Salami made of fresh tuna, taking the stomach parts.

Torta rustica It consists of a covering of pasta, mixed with flour and dry white wine. Stuffing:
olive oil, fresh ricotta, mozzarella, Scamorza, ham, salami or Caciocavallo
cheese, held together by beaten egg.

From the country cuisine from Puglia, there are several traditional recipes, to prepare with wood oven:
different varieties of bread and focaccia, calzuni (calzone stuffed with onions, tomatoes, mozzarella and
anchovies). The wood oven is also important for the preparation of meat specialties.

Taralli Wheat flour, lard, olive oil, yeast, fennel seeds, chilli or pepper. Key ingredients
of crispy rings, which are served in southern Italy as an aperitif.

Crostini White bread slices, toasted in the oven and then seasoned with olive oil and
oregano, or with olives, anchovies or tuna.

WINES

Puglia is one of the most important wine regions of Italy and has a very high production. The
best known wines are the Castel del Monte (red and rosé) and Salice Salentino.

Primitivo di Mandria
Aleatico di Puglia (dolce naturale)
Castel del Monte
Leveranno
Gioia del Colle
Moscato di Trani
Rosso Barletta
Ostuni Bianco

In Puglia, there are many wineries where you can enjoy the many types of wines.


INFORMATION

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