I call Giulia Mura on the phone and ask her how the summer of 2025 went in terms of olive oil tourism. “Very well”, she answers. “For over 60 years we have been working to enhance and build around olive oil and wine a true project of hospitality and development for Ogliastra”. It is not...
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Enogastronomic Encyclopedia of Sardinia: a monumental work celebrating the island’s authentic flavors
Coming soon, in a elegant boxed sets, the Encyclopedia curated by Alessandra Guigoni: an in-depth exploration of Sardinian products, recipes, culture, and territory. Sardinia is preparing to welcome a new, essential testament to its culinary tradition: the Enogastronomic Encyclopedia of Sardinia, an imposing work by anthropologist, journalist, and lecturer Alessandra Guigoni, published by the prestigious...
Savory: Ogliastran Roots and New Flavors Inspired by the Best of Global Gastronomy
Savory is the English translation of gustoso (tasty), but also a nod to “flavor” in Sardinian. Chef Luciano Lai embodies this double soul: rooted in his homeland of Ogliastra—land of centenarians and bold, authentic flavors—and open to the world, which he has explored far and wide, bringing back to his kitchen tastes and techniques discovered...
Oil, Nature and Tradition: The Allure of Ogliastra
Tourists from Iceland, India, the United States, Malaysia, France, Germany and beyond are choosing the Pelau Olive Mill in Jerzu, run by Giulia Mura, as a destination to experience the authentic world of extra virgin olive oil.
Gli Uffici Restaurant in Cagliari joins the prestigious Michelin Guide
Cagliari, 3 July 2025 – Gli Uffici, an elegant restaurant with a stunning view of the Gulf of Angels in Cagliari, has officially been included in the prestigious Michelin Guide. Perched atop one of the historic hills of the Sardinian capital and located within the 19th-century Palazzo Boyl in the Castello district, Gli Uffici blends...
Giuseppe Lapolla: International Awards for the Lucanian Pizza Chef Based in Sardinia
CANNIGIONE (SS) – Giuseppe Lapolla, a Lucanian-born pizza chef who has been working in Sardinia for over eighteen years, continues to gain recognition as one of the leading figures in the world of gourmet pizza. Over the past three years, he has won the “L’Arcimboldo Tre Pennelli” award (2023, 2024, 2025), which honors excellence in...
ANOI -Made in Italy promotes local hospitality, products, and traditions
Pavia, Oltrepò Pavese and Ogliastra take center stage in sustainable experiential tourism. ANOI Made in Italy presents the "Agropastoral Rural Network" project to enhance Italian territorial excellence through national and international partnerships. Focus on de-seasonalization and authentic tourism in lesser-known rural areas rich in potential.






