Discover the soul of Ceglie Messapica, Apulia's renowned gastronomy capital, on a guided walking tour of its food, art, and culture.
We'll start the day with an authentic Italian ritual. We will visit a local café for coffee and our first tasting: the Biscotto di Ceglie. Recognised as a Slow Food Presidium, this sweet treat will win you over with its soft almond-paste centre, cherry marmalade filling, and light icing. Next, we will venture into the labyrinth of whitewashed alleyways in the medieval old town. Amid historical anecdotes about the Ducal Castle and panoramic views of the Itria Valley, your guide will reveal the secrets of this Messapian town.
The tour continues with a tribute to local talent. We will visit two artisan workshops:
A pottery workshop, where you will see how clay comes to life through age-old techniques.
A luminaria workshop, where you will discover how these iconic light sculptures that illuminate Apulian festivals and are renowned worldwide are created.
We will end the morning with a traditional local lunch. At a historic delicatessen, we will enjoy the legendary Panino Cegliese: a time-honored recipe that masterfully combines tuna, spicy Provolone cheese, mortadella, and capers – an explosion of flavours that tells the storey of the rural heritage of this land.
Enjoy a comprehensive and authentic experience that will make you feel like a true local for a day.