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HOW TO GET THERE AND MOVE AROUND IN THE LANGHE

The experience in the Langhe begins with the adventure of discovering it.

What’s better than getting lost in its breathtaking landscapes? Every turn is a postcard that will remain etched in your mind (and probably in your smartphone!) Naturally, the car remains the most versatile means, allowing you to freely explore the area. For those coming from afar, the airports of Turin and Milan offer convenient connections, but once landed, renting a car is almost indispensable to fully enjoy the local wonders and, if you want a piece of advice, a convertible would be perfect.

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FIRST DAY: IMMERSED IN GREEN AND HISTORY

Your journey can begin in Bossolasco, often nicknamed the “pearl of the Langhe” or the “town of roses”. Imagine that every house must have a rose outside, and if the owner cannot take care of it, the municipality will! You can imagine the care and attention that characterize this enchanting village, distinguished by its flowered streets and offering breathtaking panoramic views.

Dedicate the day to exploring its most picturesque corners, enjoy a walk among the stone houses, the church, and don’t forget to savor the local cuisine in one of the cozy restaurants of the town.

WHERE TO STAY: CASCINA FACELLI

For your stay in the Langhe, and here I am biased (!!!), let our hospitality at Cascina Facelli pamper you. Mapped since 1840, it combines modern comforts with the charm of traditional architecture. Three rooms with different and unique atmospheres, the visual impression of having arrived at an ancient country house, and disbelief in finding yourself in rooms equipped with comfort, “modern” but with unusual design.

At the end of the road, nestled in a picturesque landscape among lush vineyards, gently rolling hills, and literally embraced by the woods, Cascina Facelli offers not just peaceful rest but also a strategic position to explore the wonders of the Langhe. It will be your ideal retreat after days full of discoveries.

If the season allows, exclusively for you guests, our pool and chaise-longues limited to the number of guests, only six. And it’s wonderful for us to see you “beached” in the garden, enjoying peace and tranquility.

Our breakfast, which we define as “gourmet”, benefits from the proximity to the forest ensuring the biodiversity that we will serve you in the dishes we propose in the morning.

SHOPPING AND SOUVENIRS: MEMORIES OF THE LANGHE

Before concluding your weekend, don’t forget to look for local typical products: prestigious wines, Alba white truffle, hazelnuts in a thousand variations, artisanal sweets, and honey. These treasures of the Langhe will be the perfect way to bring home a piece of this magical land or to give relatives and friends a taste of its gastronomic excellence.

If you have little time to explore or you want to fully relax and enjoy Cascina Facelli, don’t worry! We have a small but comprehensive corner for you to take memories with you.

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PIEDMONTESE HAZELNUT

as already mentioned in the previous article, the hazelnut, especially the “Tonda Gentile delle Langhe” variety, is widely used in many sweets and bakery products.

LANGHE WINES

Its wines are exceptional! Who hasn’t heard of Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, and Dolcetto?

THE CHEESES

find some time to visit the small dairies of Piedmont and bring home excellent cheeses like Castelmagno, Toma, Bra, and, if you can still find it available, a piece of Bettelmatt.

AS TRADITIONAL DISHES, IT’S A MUST TO TRY

Tajarin: is a thin egg pasta, similar to tagliolini, often served with meat sauce or with Alba white truffle.
Agnolotti del plin: small ravioli filled with meat or vegetables, named for the pinch (“plin” in Piedmontese) used to close them.
Vitello tonnato: a cold dish composed of thin slices of veal covered with a creamy tuna, capers, and anchovies sauce, an ancient reminder of the “salt road” that connected Liguria to lower Piedmont
Brasato al Barolo: beef stew cooked slowly in Barolo wine, with the addition of vegetables and spices, resulting in a particularly tender and aromatic dish.
Bagna càuda: is a hot sauce made with garlic (a lot of it), anchovies, and olive oil typically served with raw and cooked vegetables for dipping. Recommended only for those with a strong stomach!!
Bonet: is a delicious dark chocolate and amaretti pudding, flavored with rum or Amaretto di Saronno.
Gianduiotti: boat-shaped chocolates made with gianduja chocolate (typical of Turin): a mixture of chocolate and hazelnut paste.
Panna cotta: is a soft and creamy spoon dessert, it feels like silk! It is served plain, with caramel sauce, or with fresh fruit.
Hazelnut cakes and biscuits: here, let yourself be enchanted!!

This culinary heritage attracts gourmands and food and wine enthusiasts from all over the world, so you too should explore the flavors, fortunately still authentic, of this land rich in history and tradition.