Flavours of the Riviera
The variety offered by the different territories of the Conero Riviera is also reflected on the dinner table in a large selection of dishes, These culinary traditions from both the inland and sea locations are prepared with passion.
Portonovo's "moscioli", the mussel-like fish dish, renowned for the attributes of the waters from where it is fished.
Porto Recanati's Broth: a typical and traditional dish of the poor which was originally made with fish that was not good enough to be sold. Today, it has become one of the most renowned and sought-after dishes.
Verdicchio, one of the typical Grapevine of the Marche Region.
FLAVOURS FROM THE SEA
Fish dishes: from oily fish to shellfish... these dishes come from the seaside cities. Portonovo's "moscioli", a wild mussel served fresh and seasoned with oil, garlic, pepper and parsley, is very famous.
Another traditional dish from the sea is Porto Recanati's Broth. Although originally a dish of the poor, consumed by the fishermen of the area, the ingredients and seasonings have been enriched over the years and it has now become a culinary delicacy offered in 13 different varieties: from fish to molluscs and crustaceans.
Stockfish is another important dish from the Ancona area. Originally from the Norwegian islands of Lofoten, a history of shipwrecks and rescues lie behind this tradition.
AN INFINITE MENU
Fish is not the only food of the area. The gastronomy of this region is also complete with menus including first courses and deserts, thus providing an opportunity to taste an endless number of specialties.
The extensive grain cultivation has set the trend for the production of quality pasta dishes and, given rise to Vincisgrassi: a pasta similar to lasagne, but made with chicken giblets, chopped beef or lamb and mushrooms.
White meats should also be mentioned. These are usually served in pork roasts or "potacchio", a sauce made with rosemary, garlic and tomatoes. The regional salamis, such as "ciauscolo", should not be forgotten either.
A menu may often end with a sweet called "maiorchino di Ostra Vetere", a soft almond-based cake.
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