I was born on the island of Ischia. At thirteen, I was already working my first season as a server in a pizzeria. For many years, I worked on the island during the summer and travelled during the winter. I’ve just about been around the world, and Italy.
My passion for cooking developed from watching my mother and my grandmother in the kitchen. They would look for the best ingredients meticulously, to use in their dishes and to pass down Ischia’s traditional recipes. That might help explain the love I feel for this land. Even though Ischia is an island, agricultural traditions are very much alive. Just about everyone who lives here has a small orchard they tend themselves. And I like the relationship that the Ischitani have with the land: they consider it to be something precious and that needs to be preserved.
Relais & Châteaux proposes its Routes du Bonheur for your inspiration: they are suggestions of itineraries that you can adapt to your preferences and desired experiences. Our advisors are at your disposal to individualise your routes and help you make reservations at our properties.
Example for a eight-night stay from €1886*
* Minimum indicative rate per person, subject to availability, on the basis of a double room with double occupancy, including accommodation, breakfast and dinner (menu, without beverages) in the properties suggested for the itinerary.
Activities on site and nearby must be reserved by you.
