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Spring Culinary Tour in Puglia—7Days of Food, Wine & Traditions (May Edition)

In this culinary tour through Puglia (Apulia), the sun-drenched heel of Italy’s boot, we gathered a wonderful group of guests for another unforgettable journey through seaside villages and ancient traditions—all rooted in a deeply authentic food culture. Unlike Tuscany or the Amalfi Coast, Puglia feels raw, rustic, and quietly soulful.

A woman in a sun hat, orange shawl, and white pants standing at the bottom of a white stone staircase decorated with potted cacti and succulents, looking upward.
A man playing an accordion on a boat or seaside with an older woman wearing sunglasses and a wide hat, with the ocean and sky in the background.
Group of women celebrating with drinks at an outdoor dinner party on a sunny day.
A group of women dressed as chefs in beige aprons and chef hats, standing together in a home kitchen, smiling and posing for the photo.
Four women standing around a blue auto rickshaw in a historic square, with a stone building and steps in the background.

Why May is Magical for Food Lovers in Puglia

The countryside is lush and green, wildflowers are blooming, the weather is warm but not too hot, and the crowds of summer haven’t yet arrived. Seasonal ingredients are abundant, and the light in May is simply golden, making it a photographer’s dream.

Abundant spring produce: Fava beans, artichokes, wild asparagus, peas, and cherry tomatoes are at their best. Mild weather: Ideal for outdoor dining and cooking classes under the shade of olive trees. Fewer tourists: Easier to book exclusive, authentic experiences. Local festivals: Many towns host sagre (food festivals) in May—perfect for discovering rustic dishes and local wines.

Women wearing chef hats and aprons preparing baked goods in a kitchen, with one woman shaping dough and others working in the background.
Arranged baked scones on parchment paper with powdered sugar dusting, some with visible dried fruit pieces.
Zucchini noodles with grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil on an oval white platter.
View of an open door leading outside with a stone pathway, and a plate of four fried snacks topped with red sauce on a wooden table.
A plated dish with grilled chicken, green beans, and roasted peppers on a white plate, next to a doorway leading to a hallway with decorative vases on shelves above it.
Cherry tomatoes salad with chopped basil leaves in a white bowl with yellow and pink decorative rim.
Group of people holding glasses of orange-colored drinks with ice and orange slices, celebrating outdoors.
View of a harbor with boats, framed by a stone archway with religious iconography and plants inside a building

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