In tourism at this stage, food and wine tourism deserves a special place, as it manages to attract numerous visitors. The cuisine of Pescasseroli, but more generally of this part of Abruzzo, undoubtedly boasts an ancient tradition and authenticity that are unmatched in many other areas; here the careful preparation of dishes and the quality of the products that grazing and agriculture offer bring to the table dishes with a special taste, made with very simple and ancient recipes.

 

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Pecorino abruzzese. (Immagine da internet)

 

So let’s start going into detail starting with the appetizers, which are made up of high quality products and the choice is very varied. In this case the appetizers are very linked to the pastoral tradition and to transhumance with sheep and cattle breeding, from which numerous local products are obtained, which alone make the fortune of many people, which concern different qualities of cheese, such as pecorino, sheep’s ricotta, cow’s caciocavallo, but also a rare goat’s cheese, Marzolina. All products are handcrafted, thus guaranteeing an excellent quality standard. These products can then be purchased directly from local producers, who are present in the country.

 

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Pastuccia. (Immagine da internet)

 

Regarding first courses, here in Pescasseroli there is a wide choice, according to the most classic Abruzzo tradition. Below we recall some of the typical first courses of this area, such as the macaroni alla Chitarra Abruzzo with dried tomatoes, the macaroni alla Chitarra with peppers, the Fregnacce, the Maccheroni alla molinara, the Maccheroni alla pecorara, the Maccheroni with ceppe, the Pastuccia, Penne alla Mimosa, Spaghetti alla giulese, Tagliatelle with cod, Timbale of scrippelle, Virtù, or the simple soup.

 

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Pollo all’abruzzese. (Immagine da internet)

 

Regarding the second courses we find different qualities of sheep and beef cooked on the grill or in similar ways which ensure an extremely rich and very nutritious meal. For example, sheep skewers are very popular here, a panacea for the palate. But as mentioned, the choice is very wide, managing to satisfy both meat lovers and vegetarians.

Below wee recall the main second courses cooked in the area, such as the Neratese-style goat, the roasted artichokes, the stuffed artichokes, the olaci omelette, the rolls with beans, the stuffed peppers, the Abruzzo-style chicken, the spinach flan, the Mutton stew, Nerato-style turkey with walnuts

 

 

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Olive farcite con peperoni. (Immagine da internet)

 

The vegetables that accompany the meat and therefore the second courses are all locally produced, suitable for guaranteeing high quality products.

Some of the tastiest vegetables are cinnamon carrot salads, sod salads. olives stuffed with peppers, pricked black olives, etc. All these and many more are absolutely worth enjoying.

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Frutta locale. (Immagine da internet)

 

Regarding fruit, we find a lot of local production of honey, cherries, berries, strawberries and apples which, among other things, are very suitable for fruit jams.

These products are found in the pristine soils of the Abruzzo National Park. the best conditions to grow and guarantee high quality products. It should also be noted that in addition to normal fruit there is also a lot of production of dried fruit, such as walnuts or almonds, which are often used for desserts.

 

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Mostaccioli abruzzesi. (Immagine da internet)

 

As for desserts, well here the palate is spoiled for choice. These are many and varied thanks to the numerous recipes of the area.

Among the numerous desserts we recommend the Li cumberzejune, the Mostaccioli, the Neole, the Sfogliata di colombe and the Torroncini.

 

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Nocino abruzzese. (Immagine da internet)

 

To be more appreciated, desserts should be accompanied by some liqueur. Here too these are numerous and all locally crafted, like the Ratafà. the bitter Centerbe or the Nocino.
 

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So coming to Pescasseroli means improving the spirit and the body, also through food, satisfying the palate as well. It must also be said that this mountain environment around Pescasseroli is magnificent and stimulates the appetite very well, which needs to eat quality food to be satisfied. And here there is quality!