Discovering the food and wine of the Sulcis is an authentic form of "digital detox". Staying in Sant'Antioco means immersing yourself in a culinary heritage that blends Phoenician, Punic and Genoese cultures, offering excellence and truth of flavours.
1. The King of the Table: His Majesty the Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin tuna is the main element of local cuisine. Caught using traditional methods during the "mattanza", it is served in various preparations: the girello and the ventresca, raw or lightly seared, the bottarga (dried tuna roe) and tuna alla tabarchina, stewed with onions and vinegar. Dishes that tell stories of migrations and cultural exchanges.
2. In the Glass: The Ancient Soul of Carignano del Sulcis
Carignano del Sulcis is the region's wine of excellence. Grown on sandy soils just steps from the sea, it shows notes of ripe red fruits and spices, with a distinctive marine savouriness. It pairs perfectly with local dishes after a day of exploring.
3. Beyond the Sea: The Flavours of the Land and of Slowness
Fregula and Pecorino
Sardinian Fregula, toasted pasta in the shape of little spheres, is prepared "alla pescatora" with clams and seafood. Pecorino Sardo, the ancient cheese of the shepherds, completes the gastronomic experience.
The Sweets
Pardulas, papassini and seadas fried and drizzled with honey round off meals with authentic sweetness.
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