Ciao Marco & Francesca!

Hello and welcome to our little world of magic and delight! We are Marco and Francesca, the owners of Opificio Calabria, an enchanting corner where we cultivate our passions and share the fruits of our beloved land.

We would love to welcome you into our fig grove and citrus grove, where the famous Calabrian cedro comes to life. This dream was made possible thanks to the support of our family and friends, and in honour of Francesca’s beloved father, whose spirit lives on in every fruit we grow. Our passion for the land is reflected in every experience we offer. We cherish spending time with our visitors, sharing the stories of what they taste, the products we grow, and all the delights our land offers. Come and enjoy this sweet patch of the world!

Experiences

Rural Convivio (minimum 4 ppl)

Starts at 35€
Experience an evening of pure magic and authentic Calabrian flavours with Marco & Francesca. Wander through the Cedriera, home to more than four thousand cedro trees, then soak in the beauty of the fig orchard. Delight yourself with a tasting among the rows of fig trees, featuring savoury and sweet dishes, all prepared with the fruits from the land. All paired with a refreshing rosé, followed by a glass of sparkling prosecco with dessert. We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable evening under the fig trees, chatting and enjoying the unique atmosphere of our land. Location: Santa Maria del Cedro, Calabria (10 km from Scalea ~ 15 minutes) Highlights: Guided visit through the Cedriera and fig orchard. Tasting among the fig trees: savoury and sweet dishes made from our own production. Rosé wine & sparkling prosecco.

Rural Convivium (August)

Starts at 35€
Experience an evening of pure magic and authentic Calabrian flavours with Marco & Francesca. Wander through the Cedriera, home to more than four thousand cedro trees, then soak in the beauty of the fig orchard. Delight yourself with a tasting among the rows of fig trees, featuring savoury and sweet dishes, all prepared with the fruits from the land. All paired with a refreshing rosé, followed by a glass of sparkling prosecco with dessert. We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable evening under the fig trees, chatting and enjoying the unique atmosphere of our land. Location: Santa Maria del Cedro, Calabria (10 km from Scalea ~ 15 minutes) Highlights: Guided visit through the Cedriera and fig orchard. Tasting among the fig trees: savoury and sweet dishes made from our own production. Rosé wine & sparkling prosecco.

Sweet Harvest

Starts at 18€
Join Marco & Francesca for an exclusive visit to their fig orchard, where you’ll pick fresh figs straight from the trees using traditional handwoven baskets. These precious fruits are the very ones we transform into the delicious creations for our store Opificio Calabria. After the harvest, enjoy a beautiful breakfast among the rows of fig trees, tasting the specialties we prepare with the fruit of the land. Location: Santa Maria del Cedro, Calabria (10 km from Scalea ~ 15 minutes) Highlights: Guided visit of the fig orchard. Pick fresh figs. Breakfast among the fig trees featuring artisanal products.

Flavoursome Jewels (Mini Tasting)

Starts at 12€
Step inside Opificio Calabria's workshop with Marco & Francesca, in the heart of Santa Maria del Cedro’s historic centre. You will be welcomed with a delightful mini tasting of the sweet pair's artisanal products: chocolate-covered figs, candied cedro, chocolate-coated cedro, fig jam, cedro marmalade, and caramelised figs. Each bite — a journey into the authentic flavours of the land. At the end of the tasting, you'll have the opportunity to purchase these delicacies, beautifully packaged by hand — perfect as gifts, or to savour again at home. Location: Santa Maria del Cedro, Calabria (10 km from Scalea ~ 15 minutes) Highlights: Introduction & Tasting of a selection of our artisanal products: (e.g., chocolate-covered figs, candied citron, fig jam, citron marmalade, caramelised figs).
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