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Tastes of the AMALFI COAST

With its enviable climate, fertile volcanic soils and rich coastline, it comes as no surprise that the Amalfi Coast is a magnet for gastronomic tourists. Simplicity and quality of ingredients are the cornerstones of the local cuisine. Spaghetti cooked simply with fresh tomatoes, milky white balls of buffalo mozzarella cheese drizzled in the finest extra-virgin olive oil, and the freshest clams with linguine.

Everyday staples include squid, octopus and anchovies cooked with minimal fuss and added to a steaming bowl of pasta, (a pasta and bean soup) and , rice baked with sausage, meatballs, cheese, peas and mushrooms. Of course, we can’t forget the ubiquitous pizza, originating from

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