Ancient traditions
Wishes for a good harvest – in edible form
“La cicciata” legume soup is a traditional dish prepared on 1st May and 1st November and is considered a wish for a good harvest.
There’s always something new to discover in the Cilento region. It not only boasts stunning landscapes and fascinating culture, but also a culinary heritage that is rich in ancient customs and traditions. A perfect example is “la cicciata”, a traditional local soup prepared using a variety of legumes. While sometimes viewed as a “peasants’ dish”, it is an exquisite example of local cuisine, as it includes popular legumes such as Cicerale chickpeas, Gorga “Queen’s beans”, and Mandia “Tabbaccuogni” beans. “La cicciata” is prepared on 1st May and 1st November, two dates that represent the beginning and end of certain important production cycles. In May, the soup is prepared with the wish for an abundant harvest. The legumes and grains are soaked and boiled, and are then mixed with Mediterranean flavours to create a rich, delicious dish. Our region has so many wonderful traditions to share, and we’ll be delighted to help you discover them during your stay at our hotels in Campania on the Cilento coast. Because we love our land – and we know you’ll love it, too.
“La cicciata” legume soup is a traditional dish prepared on 1st May and 1st November and is considered a wish for a good harvest.
There’s always something new to discover in the Cilento region. It not only boasts stunning landscapes and fascinating culture, but also a culinary heritage that is rich in ancient customs and traditions. A perfect example is “la cicciata”, a traditional local soup prepared using a variety of legumes. While sometimes viewed as a “peasants’ dish”, it is an exquisite example of local cuisine, as it includes popular legumes such as Cicerale chickpeas, Gorga “Queen’s beans”, and Mandia “Tabbaccuogni” beans. “La cicciata” is prepared on 1st May and 1st November, two dates that represent the beginning and end of certain important production cycles. In May, the soup is prepared with the wish for an abundant harvest. The legumes and grains are soaked and boiled, and are then mixed with Mediterranean flavours to create a rich, delicious dish. Our region has so many wonderful traditions to share, and we’ll be delighted to help you discover them during your stay at our hotels in Campania on the Cilento coast. Because we love our land – and we know you’ll love it, too.
