Torino di Sangro (Abruzzo)

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Lunch in the street with our “family”
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What you can't miss in Abruzzo

Where is Torino di Sangro

Top Experiences in Abruzzo

Best places to stay in Abruzzo

Properties for sale in Abruzzo

Our Valley
Country Home - To Restore in Abruzzo
160000
Detached villa, well-kept garden, 3 floors, 6 bedrooms, mountain views and 2 double garages and solar panels. 0
Villa in Fara San Martino
350000
Town house divided into 2 habitable apartments with amazing views and sun terrace. 0
Town - City Home in Civitella Messer Raimondo
49000
Centrally located, habitable, 2 bed, town house with terrace in a typical Italian town. 0
Town - City Home in Paglieta
33000
26585 1
Villa in Ancarano
599000
Detached, stone, habitable country house with 500sqm of garden and open mountain views. 0
Country Home - To Restore in Tornareccio
33000
Controguerra Reference: 4226 1
Detached House in Controguerra
250000
Controguerra Reference: 4221 1
Apartment in Controguerra
180000

Recipes From Abruzzo

Recipes
Soffione di Ricotta
Soffione di Ricotta

In Abruzzo, the soffione is a traditional Easter dessert, though its growing popularity means you can now find it year-round in many bakeries throughout the region.

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saffron sagne e ceci
Sagne e Ceci - Pasta with Chickpeas

Legumes form the base for this Abruzzese country-style soup, a humble but delicious dish that uses not only the chickpeas, but also their cooking liquid, leaving nothing to waste.

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Spaghetti alla Farouk
Spaghetti alla Farouk

Named for the deposed king of Egypt who fled to Italy in 1952, Spaghetti alla Farouk is a fanciful curry-laced pasta dish brimming with fresh seafood

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Abruzzese Lamb & Pepper Ragu
A hearty dish from the rugged mountains of Abruzzo, this ragu is one to write home about..
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Spaghetti with Agretti and Pancetta
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What others are saying about Abruzzo

@katiedover2 asks:

Does anyone in Abruzzo have a contact for Fineco bank? My old contact information is no longer valid. Molto grazie !

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@mozart asks:

We are about to get the keys for an apartment within a house near L'Aquila, which is a holiday home for ourselves and family. We do not intend to rent this out.  However we will need the services of a property management when we are not there to pay utility bills etc.

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@queencafe asks:

Is it still a buyers market to buy a property in Italy in Abruzzo or Tuscany area with the changes in taxation for foreigners ? I know this is a very broad question but we like to purchase a two to three bedroom house or aprt near coastal area . Thank you

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