De Gustibus
Sunday, September 30, 2007
DEGUSTIBUS TOUR
Leaving at 10:30 from Piazza Cavour
Reservations (and information):
Ospitalia del mare Tel: 0187 802562
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What is it?
A pleasant walk exploring the ancient borgo marinaro and historical center, which has evolved since the year 1000 in this natural gulf on the Ligurian coast, accompanied by Levanto's typical cuisine, as well as DOC wines from the hills of Levanto and specialties from the "slow city," which encourage people to rediscover the meaning of the good life and preserve this area and the traditions of those who live here.
A once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience seeped in the history and tradition of Liguria. Different shops and craftsmen in Levanto will also be participating, in addition to the "Sapori di Levanto" association, the Occhioblù tourism association, Città Slow, Slowfood Levanto Cinque Terre, and the Town of Levanto.
Food Tasting:
- Cobeletti and coffee
- Culaccia and Melon
- Stuffed mussels
- Pignone-style polenta with DOP oil from Levanto
- Savory pie with cooked greens
- Mes-ciua
- Ravioli al tocco
- Cima alla genovese
- Canestrelli di Levanto
- Apple fritters
- Old-fashioned desserts
- Ice Cream
Prices:
Adults: 21 € - Children: 11 €;
Prices include:
1 wine tasting glass, 1 neckband to carry the glass, all food and wine samples throughout the walk, as well as musical entertainment and sightseeing in the historical center of town.
Sightseeing:
St. Andrea's Church, St. Rocco's Church, St. Giacomo's Oratory, medieval castle, Museo della cultura materiale, medieval loggia, exhibit of model ships, the historical quarter and narrow alleyways.
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