'A truly authentic experience. The food was the best I've ever eaten anywhere in Italy and the family is very caring and professional.'

'Sugo', 'Salsa', 'Passata'. It's probably one of the most defining ingredients of Italian cuisine. From pasta to pizza, 'La Salsa' is a key ingredient for ma...

Basilicata, like Tuscany 30 or 40 years ago, is not a name that many of even the biggest fans of Italy will know much about. It's a region that has been forg...

As followers of our blog will know by now, Basilicata and Matera has a rich culinary history and tradition. Our 'cucina povera' or 'poor kitchen' has seen a ...

Italy is famous for food. In fact, many might argue that the Italians proudly reign supreme where matters of gastronomy are concerned. One staple part of any...

When many English speaking tourists visit Italy, they make the assumption that the only places you can use for accommodation are hotels, bed & breakfasts or ...

So you've all heard of 'Limoncello' right? Some of you may even know it by its northern name, 'Limoncino'. It's probably one of Italy's most famous liquor ex...

Festa Della Bruna is #Matera's most important festival. In fact, for many Materans it is more important than even Christmas and New Year! But what is this be...

Last week there was a very special event at Agriturismo L'Assiolo. The farm was invaded...by musicians! As is tradition at around this time of year (in the r...