Greccio (Lazio)

Panoramic view of Greccio

Greccio is an old hilltown and comune of the province of Rieti in the Italian region of Lazio. Greccio is well known for having hosted several times Saint Francis of Assisi who, here, commemorated for the first time the representation of the Nativity scene in 1223. It is a stage of Francesco's way and it is part of the association 'Borghi più belli d'italia'. The ancient medieval hamlet, which benefits from an excellent panorama, preserves part of the old castle flooring (around the XI century) and three of the six towers of which the older one was transformed into the Bell Tower in the XVII century. The parish church dedicated to the archangel Michael rises next to the bell tower on the top of a spectacular staircase and dates back to the XIV century.

Lazio Highlights

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How to Taste Your Way Through Rome Trionfale Market

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Recipes From Lazio

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pasta
Pasta Fit for a King: Spaghetti con Rigaglie

Who knew giblets could make something this good? Though this sauce is made of oft-discarded poultry parts, it’s a refined delicacy with deep, rich flavor. 

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carbonara
Carbonara di Mare: Seaside Carbonara

This re-interpretation of a Roman favorite is a sure hit for summertime.

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cherry ricotta
Roman Jewish Cherry Ricotta Pie: Crostata di Visciole e Ricotta

This delicious pie is filled with sweet fluffy ricotta, perfectly balanced with a tang of sour cherry jam.
 

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Delicata and bean soup
Zuppa di Fagioli e Zucca: Squash and Cannellini Bean Soup

Looking for a go-to daily soup? This nourishing bean, pumpkin and kale soup is the perfect recipe to pair with freshly-pressed extra virgin olive oil. 

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Straccetti
Straccetti di Manzo con Rucola e Scaglie di Parmigiano: Beef “Rags” with Arugula and Shaved Parmesan

Fast and filling, this rustic Roman dish is perfect for a hassle-free summer dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

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