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Flavors of Calabria: Amarelli Licorice

One of Calabria’s unique flavors is liquirizia, which is native around Rossano on the Gulf of Taranto, and Amarelli licorice is the best source for a taste.

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10 Dos & Don’ts of Moving to Calabria

Thinking about moving to Calabria? Before you commit, take a look at these dos and don’ts written with love by someone who’s been there and done that.

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La scirubetta calabrese

La Scirubetta Calabrese: Ancient Snow Cone

La scirubetta calabrese is a time-honored winter tradition in Calabria, and like much of the area’s rustic cuisine, its preparation couldn’t be simpler.

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Clementines in Calabria

Christmas in Calabria: Home for the Holidays

Christmas in Calabria is magical and special, but perhaps not in the way you might think. It’s full of simple and pure joy revolving around family and food.

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Natuzza Evolo Foundation in Calabria

Natuzza Evolo: Calabrian Mystic

“Mamma” Natuzza Evolo was a Calabrian mystic who acted as a medium and healer, showed evidence of stigmata, and could “bi-locate” — be in two different places at once.

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Michelle KaminskyMichelle Kaminsky is an American attorney-turned-freelance writer who lived in her family's ancestral village in Calabria, Italy for 15 years. This blog is now archived. 

Calabria Guidebook

Calabria travel guide by Michelle Fabio

Recipes

 

Homemade apple butter
Green beans, potatoes, and pancetta
Glazed Apple Oatmeal Cinnamon Muffins
Pasta with snails alla calabrese
Onion, Oregano, and Thyme Focaccia
Oatmeal Banana Craisin Muffins
Prosciutto wrapped watermelon with bel paese cheese
Fried eggs with red onion and cheese
Calabrian sausage and fava beans
Ricotta Pound Cake