The national cuisine is quite simple, but that doesn’t make it less original or attractive. As a rule, travelers are particularly amazed by the abundance of fish dishes in local restaurants. For many tourists, certain types of fish are true delicacies while locals eat it virtually every day. The so-called “blue fish” is definitely one of these local delicacies that tourists will find in the menus of the vast majority of local restaurants that specialize in the national cuisine.
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The picturesque and cozy city of Brindisi carefully keeps its heritage and is proud of its rich history. There are many ancient churches and cathedrals, as well as medieval buildings and … Open
Sciue Sciue restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine. Traditional risotto and pasta, pizza and salads, unforgettable high cuisine, and best Italian wine – everyone will easily find something to fit their taste in the large menu of this gorgeous restaurant. The next restaurant, Acquapazza Ristorante, started as a dream of one family to make a hotel and a restaurant at the same time. Chef Mino Martina shares his passion for food with everyone and always pampers visitors with something new and unusual. This restaurant is a great destination for a peaceful dinner with a glass of wine. If you are lost what to order, friendly staff is always there to help. Daily specials and seasonal menus make it exciting to visit this restaurant more than once.
Brindisi has always been an important city due to its strategic location and a naturally formed port. In ancient times, the city was a major player in trade between Southern Italy, Greece, … Open
One more award-winning venue, Tenuta Partemio, has been making its wine since the beginning of the 20th century. The restaurant offers wine tasting together with signature Salento dishes. Tenuta Partemio offers not a usual standard Southern Italian red wine – the winery makes their signature Lomazzi and Sarli wines unique by adding Aglianico and Primitivo grapes. All wine connoisseurs will be truly delighted.
1. Tips are not typical in local restaurants, but if you want to show your gratitude to a nice waiter, you are free to leave a small reward of 5%-10% of the total. Maids in hotels, taxi … Open
Residents of Brindisi are fond of pasta, which remains a casual everyday food in the region. Local restaurants offer a special type of pasta that is called Orecchiette. This name stands for fresh handmade pasta that is usually served with seafood in Brindisi. The classic version of Orecchiette contains freshly caught perch fried with shellfish. Some restaurants, however, offer this pasta with meat sauce.
Most fish is also grilled in the national cuisine of the region. Perch cooked on an open fire remains one of the most popular national dishes in the city. Tourists interested in trying something more original and unusual can order devilfish or stuffed squid. Perhaps, Pignata is the most unusual soup that travelers can find in Brindisi. It contains a special type of octopuses. The choice of traditional prawns, mussels, and squids is also nothing but excellent in local restaurants.
Brindisi also has interesting types of bread that tourists may also want to try. Local bakeries make Puddica, which is a soft version of Focaccia. Local restaurants and cafes serve fresh bread with absolutely all food. Foodies should pay attention not only to restaurants but also to grocery shops. These shops offer many interesting local foods, including rare types of artisanal cheese, sausages, and attractive bottles of the traditional Limoncello liqueur.
Stylish and modern Hotel Orientale is within walking distance of the railway station. Its trendy rooms are equipped with elegant natural wood furniture and decorated with light fabrics, some … Open