Sunshine, stone steps, and fig trees. As I walked down into the village, I was welcomed by several “Buongiorno Signorina” greetings from the windows. 

“Did you sleep well?”
"Did you see how beautiful the sea is this morning?" 
And smiles. Lots of smiles.

The aroma of coffee swept through the lively square, and I stop as I hear the voices in the castle on the left grow louder.  Young adults chat and laugh as they prepare for award day. Today is their day, and they are in Pollica, the heart of Cilento – the heart of the Mediterranean diet.