From Naples we took a voyage over an emerald
sea, past characteristic coves and beaches of snow-white sand to Sardinia.
Sardinia is the second largest island in the
Mediterranean.
Situated in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, Sardinia is a mainly mountainous region, without high peaks, with a vast and charming, yet bittersweet, natural environment. The islands great surfaces are still preserved with their natural composition, luxuriant woods with even millenary trees, small desert areas and marshes inhabited by deer, wild horses and rapacious birds.
We docked in Arbatax. Arbatax is a small harbor in
the Ogliastra region. The centre of this small town rises at the bottom of Cape
Bellavista – territory enriched with the green-colored Mediterranean scrub and
famous for the characteristic red rocks and the masses of granite located close
to the harbor. As most people filled their pales with shells, I picked up the
granite. I was trying to piece together the granite for my kitchen counters!
However, I was reminded to leave the granite on the beach and there was a
weight limit flying back to the states. Bummer!
The most heavenly dessert I have ever tasted on
planet earth were the Seadas, a traditional Sardinian fritter. They are like a ravioli filled with sharp pecorino cheese, a
flaky crust on the outside and topped with local warm honey, making for
an intriguing and intense flavor. My husband and I ordered one dish to taste,
after one bite, I told my hubby to order his own dish!
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| Seadas |
We met with some dear friends We had a picnic and
they were roasting the wild boar. Outstanding! The boar did not need any seasonings
or sauces. The flavor said it all! Bellissimo!
There are many scenic drives with breathtaking
views out to the Sardinian islands. We will have to return to this Villa
Heaven, the Paradise on the Earth to finish exploring Sardinia and to visit our
local friends! Tanti auguri ai miei amici!
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