Authentic Salento Experience Culture Food and Traditions

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Authentic Salento Experience Culture Food and Traditions

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 US$266.80  per guest
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Earliest available date: September 11, 2026
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
5 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 10 guests
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Language
English, French, Spanish, Italian
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Private Experience
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Immerse in Salento's rich culture with local interactions: meet artisans, harvest fields, taste wines, explore vineyards, and join cooking classes. Enjoy a genuine, intimate experience.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Discover the authentic soul of Salento through unforgettable local experiences, traditional flavors, and genuine connections with the people of the land. Meet local farmers and artisans, harvest directly from the fields, enjoy exclusive wine tastings, explore historic vineyards, and take part in hands-on activities like cooking classes and olive oil tastings.

✨ Small groups for a more personal experience

✨ Authentic food, wine, culture, and traditions

✨ Unique experiences far from ordinary tourist tours

Call us now for information, availability, and personalized support with your booking — we’ll help you create the perfect Salento experience.

What You Get

Private transportation

Good To Know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

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Torre S.Emiliano | Formaggi della Terra d'Otranto

Here, where the cliffs meet the salty wind and the Mediterranean scrub smells of antiquity, a story that began more than fifty years ago comes to life. A trip to Sardinia, a return to Salento, and a courageous vision gave rise to a unique dairy production: cheeses born just a few meters from the sea. In Torre Sant'Emiliano, cows, sheep, and goats graze freely on the coast, feeding on wild herbs, sea salt, and sun. It is from this living landscape that genuine milk is born, capable of transforming into soft ricotta, primi sali, savory pecorino, and matured cheeses with an unmistakable character. The visit is a story that passes from the hands of the shepherds to the ancient cheesemaking techniques, up to the tasting. What to see: - The pastures overlooking the sea - The areas dedicated to milking and milk processing Tasting: - Ricotta, primo sale, giuncata, and aged cheeses - Honey, jams, pâtés, savory sauces, and select wines
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
2

tenuta Matrico

In the heart of the Salento countryside, in Uggiano La Chiesa, a stone's throw from Otranto, amid dry stone walls and the sea breeze, the Caggese family has carried on the tradition of extra virgin olive oil for over a century. Here, strong olive trees grow, rooted in a land steeped in sun and history, and from here comes an artisanal EVOO that captures the authentic essence of Salento. What to see: - Walk among the olive trees - Company story Tasting: - Pure olive oil - Friselle with tomato
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
3

Masseria Marangelli

Among wind-soaked vineyards and stones that tell of myths and legends, Masseria Marangelli is a gateway to the most authentic Terra d'Otranto. Here, the Marangelli family has transformed an idea into an identity, choosing to give their name to the company to preserve its history. The visit is a sensory journey through vineyards, vegetable garden, and memories, all the way to the masseria: a place designed to rediscover time, silence, and pleasure. Menhir Marangelli wines—such as Sale, Menhir Rosato, and Pietra—are made from iconic grape varieties of Salento and become the common thread in a story that unites flavor, landscape, and culture. What to visit: - The masseria and surrounding vineyards - The vegetable garden-vineyard and the hospitality areas Tasting: - 3 selected glasses - Bread, oil, focaccia, and farm products
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

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Il prelievo dei viaggiatori avviene al loro alloggio in tutta la provincia di Lecce
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Masseria Marangelli
Masseria Marangelli, Palmariggi Provincia di Lecce Puglia, Italy, IT, 73020
tenuta Matrico
tenuta Matrico, Località tenuta matrico, Otranto Provincia di Lecce Puglia, Italy, IT, 73028
Torre S.Emiliano | Formaggi della Terra d'Otranto
Torre S.Emiliano | Formaggi della Terra d'Otranto, SS16, Otranto Provincia di Lecce Puglia, Italy, IT, 73028
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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