A walk through the 'hood ... well more like a local explore

 

We have had the most incredible weather this week and the fact we don't have repairs or rescues to undertake at the trullo makes it particularly joyful. So, I thought I'd take you for an amble: first to the local caseificio where they make fresh cheeses, from primo salato to the most divine mozzarelle and caciocavallo every day. Then, on to our current favourite beach - Archeolido - and the remains of the Messapican walls and tombs for a quick swim. Then, it's off to Ostuni for morning coffee and an amble.

Enjoy! (And start planning a visit!)

Caseificio Salatino just a few minutes drive from the trullo https://www.caseificiosalatino.com/

Ancient wall remnants at Archeolido

7,000 years of history, nothing to see here

The Adriatic is a special blue

A pool among the tombs

For me, this means a alot 'The odour of the sea is a salve'

Beachside philosophy: Lovely things happen to those who smile

The ancient quarry, a beach a little further up the coast

Ostuni piazza on a sunny Wednesday morning

A young Jesuit on his phone

A pretty eatery

A little cave of wonders

The walkways are so enticing

Self seeded fig hanging upside down in an alley

Getting ready for the lunch time crowds

This eatery has the most gob smacking views across the valley

An apartment created by someone with taste and an 'eye'

Adore the Tavern of Lost Time

Laying tables ready for lunch

Allegra gelati!

Prickly pears 

Steps and washinglines

Back home we realised our planting has been appreciated by one of the locals!