Cooking experience in the heart of Abruzzo: learn to make La polenta Rognosa

3 hours
Pescara, Italy

About this activity

Immerse yourself in the traditions of Abruzzo every day and discover the secrets of the cuisine of Pettorano sul Gizio. Welcome drink Cooking lesson Complete lunch with freshly made polenta queen of the table

Full description

You will learn how to create this polenta dish and discover how to transform traditional methods of copper cauldron in modern kitchens while creating a series of authentic and healthy local foods that will satisfy both carnivores and vegetarians, providing a range of opportunities for those who like to take some food photography. You will already have understood that ours is a typical local cicina. We are in the middle of a noble courtyard in the heart of the village, inside the room there is still a very ancient lever press from the 1600s. The Polenta di Pettorano is unique in the Abruzzo region, for the corn flour we use and the artisan workmanship as it once was; mixed an hour and a half in the copper cauldron with the wooden pole, solid and non-liquid consistency is cut into slices by a very thin wire with delicious white sauce called "Rognoso" based on pecorino cheese and fried bacon.

Included / Excluded

  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Meeting point

Il Torchio, Piazza Rosario Zannelli, 14, 67034 Pettorano sul Gizio AQ, Italy

Important information

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  • Duration: 3h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers