Panificio Fiore

A 1-week road trip through Puglia, in Southern Italy. This list includes towns to check out, favorite beaches, and a few restaurant/gelateria highlights. Message me for a very special hotel recommendation, not included on the list.

This is a living guide to the very best places to eat and drink in Apulia&Matera. As I travel back to Puglia - which I do regularly - I will continue to update this list. If you purchase today, you will receive all future updates. Perfect for a first-timer, or someone who wants to go deeper. Recommendations cover major cities, like Bari, but also off-the-beaten-track options in the countryside that are destinations in their own right. Every place has been verified by me and visited multiple times. Tips for each restaurant include dishes to order and background about the place. I've even included some personal anecdotes to give extra color to each destination! Fun Fact: Last year I was featured on Delicious Destinations with Chef Andrew Zimmern as his personal guide to Puglia. Videos from our adventure included in this guide.

Puglia has become such a hot spot travel destination in the past few years and for many well deserved reasons! I grew up spending every summer in Puglia so I often get many questions about the region and how to make the most of a trip here. Because I have been lucky enough to spend so much time here, I know the hidden gems you should see and the spots worth visiting. Puglia has a special place in my heart...It's a region that has SO much to offer from its delicious food, rich history, breathtaking beaches and charming towns. One of the most common questions I get is which towns are actually worth visiting. In this guide, I will share with you which spots I think are a must when travelling central Puglia, also known as the Valle d'Itria area. You will find things to do in these towns, where to eat and drink and beaches to hang out at!