Montepulciano en
Montepulciano The red wine from Abruzzo that has conquered the world. Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is the most produced DOC wine in Italy, along with Chianti. Unlike Chianti, which is a blend, Montepulciano wine is exclusively produced “in purity” with the grape of the same name. The first records of this variety date back to the 16th […]
Tarallucci and bocconotti
Tarallucci and bocconotti The irresistible desserts you won’t be able to resist. Vastesi are crazy about desserts, and this is evident from the splendid pastry shops in the city, which are often internationally recognized. In Vasto, however, besides the fresh pastries, you must not miss out on the traditional desserts that bring together the best […]
Baccalà en
Baccalà The ancient tradition that captivates modern palates Despite Vasto having always had a port, its activity for centuries was primarily mercantile. Until the post-war period, there was no fishing fleet, and small-scale fishing was conducted either from the shore with “a sciabica” nets or from the trabocchi, wooden stilt platforms that are still present […]
Brodetto di pesce en
Brodetto di pesce Pride and legend of Vasto’s gastronomy The fish brodetto is the pride of Vasto’s gastronomy, but it is also somewhat of a myth, in the sense that everyone talks about it and everyone thinks they know the right recipe, which actually doesn’t exist! Its characteristic is that it is prepared with very […]
White truffles and black truffles
White truffles and black truffles A daily luxury on our table Truffles, both white and black, are a common element on the table in Vasto because the Alto Vastese and Molise regions are among the main areas of production for summer black truffle, also known as Scorzone. The spring white truffle, known as Bianchetto, is […]
Arrosticini en
Arrosticini The symbol of an ancient cuisine in direct contact with fire Arrosticini, besides being delicious, are a symbol of Abruzzese culture as they represent celebration and the joy of spending time outdoors in good company. Born out of the shepherds’ need to use up the smaller pieces left after butchering a sheep, these small […]
Cac’e’ove en
Cac’e’ove An explosion of flavor It is the simplest yet most flavorful and characteristic recipe of Vasto’s gastronomy. Moreover, it is a dish traditionally prepared in families and rarely found in restaurants. For many Vasto locals of a certain age, it inevitably brings back childhood memories. The dish consists of meatballs (called ‘pallotte’) made with […]
Ventricina en
Ventricina The queen of Italian salami Ventricina, with its history and production methods, is somewhat like Christmas. It symbolizes staying at home and family unity. It also represents authenticity, as it is produced without any preservatives and in an artisanal manner, by hand and without the help of machinery. Today, it is a Slow Food […]
Punta Aderci regional park
Punta Aderci regional park The incredible beauty of the largest promontory between Conero and Gargano Punta Aderci is an enchanting place. In the truest sense of the word. Approaching the promontory on the dirt road that connects it to the industrial area of Punta Penna, or from the one that comes from Mottagrossa, allows you […]
Punta Penna
Punta Penna Punta Penna, the magical place where reality and myth merge The second tallest lighthouse in Italy, after the Lanterna di Genova, is the Punta Penna Lighthouse, located about 8 kilometers from the center of Vasto, guarding the harbor. The current lighthouse, destroyed during World War II, is a replica of the original one […]
