THE BEST SPECIALTIES OF THE

TERRITORY

Tradition abruzzo 2.0

when tradition meets taste

SARAcEN'S CAVE

Maccheroncini all'Abruzzese

Primi Piatti
Fresh pasta, handmade with the freshest eggs, topped with flavorful meat or vegetable sauces that tell the true flavors of Abruzzo tradition. Don’t miss the Timballo Abruzzese, a rich and tasty dish, also available in a vegetarian version, for a gastronomic experience to be discovered.

SARACEN CAVE

our flavors

Genuineness, tradition & taste in a beautiful location

Every flavor can be enhanced when enjoyed in a special place, and Grotta del Saraceno is one with its bars, one even on the beach, La Grotta pizzeria, wonderful restaurants and even the Grotstick to consume our Street Food.

So what are you waiting for?

Bilogical oil

The organic oil we use is a true treasure of our land. Sourced from certified local crops, this extra virgin olive oil is the result of production methods that respect the environment and nature, enhancing its purity and quality. Fresh and fruity smelling, with a rich and delicate flavor, organic oil is the key ingredient to enrich any dish, giving a touch of authenticity and genuineness. Perfect for enhancing traditional flavors, it represents our philosophy of healthy and natural cooking, combining the best of nature with a love of quality.

neretese-style goat

Traditional Main Courses The main courses offered are an authentic homage to the traditional cuisine of the Vibrata Valley and Abruzzo. Dishes rich in history and flavor, prepared with fresh, local ingredients, that tell the story of the region's gastronomic culture. Prominent among the specialties is the Neretese Goat, a succulent and richly flavored dish that, with its intense flavor and aromatic spices, is a real treat for the senses. A culinary experience that will introduce you to the depth and richness of Abruzzo tradition.

Saracen Cave

choose and... taste

For us, every detail has its own meaning--starting in the morning.

SWEET or

salty?

comfortably seated or

On the seashore?

abruzzese saffron

his majesty

Abruzzo saffron

Traveling in Abruzzo in autumn, among ancient villages and medieval fortresses, one can see long, wide expanses dotted with pinkish-purple mottles mottled with purple-red, covering the ground in neat rows.

Pallotte

The recipe for pallotte cacio e ova is typical of this wonderful land that is Abruzzo. A special region that encompasses all the good that can be found in the sea and on the land. Pallotte cacio e ova is a dish that really brings out the earth: made with simple, everyday ingredients, they look like meatballs but are meatless. The dough consists of stale bread, eggs and cheese mainly, suggesting that they originated as a salvage recipe. Once cooked, they are tossed in a tomato sauce that enhances the flavor. In the mouth there is a real explosion of flavor that conquers even the most difficult palates.

unique and inimitable

Vastese brodetto

Unlike other typical Adriatic fish broths, no sautéing is used in Vasto’s brodetto, nor is water, broth or vinegar added, making preparation simpler.

An additional difference is that the fish is cooked whole and not in pieces (except for some types that must necessarily be sliced, but only for reasons of space), and in no case are potatoes added.

It is customary to bring toast to the table separately, in some cases flavored with simple extra virgin olive oil or garlic rubbed on it.

bocconotti abruzzesi

Abruzzo bocconotti are delicious pastries that can be found mostly in Abruzzo bakeries and pastry shops.

The story goes that a maid wanted to make her master happy, who had a great sweet tooth and also loved coffee, which had recently arrived in Italy. For this reason she invented a cake made with a pastry shell that looked like a cup and inside it she put a filling of chocolate and almonds, and with a delicious hint of cinnamon.

The master liked it very much, and since then the recipe for bocconotti has remained more or less the same.