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Polignano a Mare is one of the most iconic destinations in Puglia. Only 20 miles south of Bari, it has long been a favorite seaside destination for locals. Polignano is known for its stunning beaches surrounded by high cliffs and a pretty historic center with excellent restaurants, views and artisanal shops. Most people visit Polignano on a day tri...

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Apulia located in the heart of the Mediterranean, is a region in southern Italy that enchants with its beauty, culture and traditions. Known for its long coastlines lapped by crystal-clear waters, centuries-old olive groves stretching as far as the eye can see and picturesque villages that seem suspended in time, Apulia will offer you an authentic...

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The American dream and the inseparable bond with the motherland are at the heart of the celebrations held every year in September on the outskirts of New York City, and 2024 has been an unforgettable event for Italian Americans who dream of traveling to Italy. It is a phenomenon that goes by the name of Roots Tourism, and the traditional Italian Fe...

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Have you heard of Locorotondo, Italy? Locorotondo is one of Southern Italy’s most beautiful villages, in my opinion, but it isn’t yet overwhelmed with tourist crowds. A true hidden gem, Locorotondo is just a 12-minute drive from busy Alberobello in the Puglia region, but feels like a world away. Both Alberobello and Locorotondo are home to trulli —...

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Masserie are traditional homes unique to southern Italy, deeply connected to the country’s rich agricultural history and architectural ingenuity. Originally built as fortified farmhouses, these sprawling estates are now prized for their rustic appeal and unique style, making them a sought-after asset in today’s real estate market. Let’s discover to...

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Oria is a town of around 15,000 people in the province of Brindisi in Puglia. It is one of the principal Messapian cities located about 7.4 miles from the ancient town of Manduria, which still shows its Messapian walls and is famous for the production of the wine called Primitivo di Manduria, made from the same grape as we know in America as Zinfan...

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Scrumptious sharing plates, and colourful side dishes that evoke effortless simplicity, all set against the backdrop of the Puglian countryside is an easy equation for a postcard-perfect Italian summer. Chef and author Giorgia Eugenia Goggi’s new cookbook Moroseta Kitchen dishes up just that, offering a glimpse into her Italian kitchen which captur...

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Cisternino is a picturesque town located in the province of Brindisi, in Puglia. Standing proudly atop a hill, it overlooks the scenic Itria Valley and part of the Murgia dei Trulli. Like most Apulian villages, Cisternino is renowned for its whitewashed old town, adorned with colorful flowers hanging from windows and balconies. It also has an incre...

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Salento, located at very bottom of the heel of Italy, is one of Puglia‘s two subregions, with the other being the Bari area in the north. While these two regions differ in landscape, history, and traditions (and have rival football teams, Bari and Lecce) they agree on one thing. There is nothing quite like spending the summer surrounded by the turq...

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This August, I made the journey again, this time with my cousin Michael D’Imperio to visit our famiglia ancestral roots in Comune di Biccari (Region of Puglia-Provincia of Foggia). My maternal grandparents Aniello and Elisa (Basile) Lucera emigrated from Biccari to America back in 1902/1910 as part of the Great Arrival. My cousin Michael’s great-gr...

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