Ciao Santo!

Hello! I’m Santo, and my story begins amidst the authentic scents and flavours of our land. In 1996, our company Paradiso dei Golosi — “Paradise for Food Lovers” — began as a retailer of local products. But our passion for tradition, and the desire to create something that was truly our own, soon led us to produce our own specialties, with the same care and dedication as our grandparents. Here among the hills and sun-kissed fields in the town of Buonvicino, we preserve ancient processing techniques to pass on flavours from the past that tell family stories. For us, the true essence of our work lies in staying close to the land and the people who savour our products. Every bite embodies the same authenticity as the past. We look forward to sharing our paradise and its treasure trove of flavours with you!

Experiences

Authentic Flavours ~ Aperitivo

Starts at 29€
A journey through the true flavours of tradition. Paradiso dei Golosi lovingly prepares artisanal jams, spreads, honey, preserved goods and traditional sweets — each one telling a story of passion and heritage passed down through generations. Before delighting your palate with a tasting with Santo on the terrace, he will take you behind the scenes of the workshop to show you how they preserve authentic flavours of the past. You’ll discover the artisanal methods that give life to the products, made with the same care and love as they used decades ago. An experience that celebrates craftsmanship, tradition, and the taste of Calabria. Località: Buonvicino, Calabria (19km da Scalea ~ 30 minuti) Offerta: Aperitivo featuring Paradiso dei Golosi artisanal creations paired with local cheeses and bruschette. A glass of local wine. Guided visit of the workshop with explanations of the production process.

History & Flavour

Starts at 29€
A journey through art and tradition in the heart of Buonvicino! Your experience begins with a guided visit to the Museum of Arti & Gusto (Art & Taste), where you’ll discover ancient rural crafts and the history of Calabria’s farming culture — a heritage that still lives on today. After the museum visit, you’ll be welcomed by Santo in his paradise of traditional foods for a special tasting of typical local products, for an authentic taste of the flavours of the past. History, culture, and flavour come together in a unique experience to explore and savour. Location: Buonvicino, Calabria (19 km from Scalea ~ 30 minutes) Highlights: Guided visit of the Buonvicino Arti & Gusto Museum. Learn about traditional rural and local heritage history. Tasting of typical Calabrian products that maintain authentic flavours of the past.

Cards & Jars

Starts at 29€
An experience that celebrates play, conviviality, and tradition! In the very place where locals once gathered to play cards — now home to Paradiso dei Golosi and its artisanal preserves — you’ll learn the rules of Briscola and Scopa, the classic Italian card games that have brought generations together. Enjoy a playful lesson in Italian cards as you enjoy the artisanal specialties bursting with traditional flavours, paired with a good glass of local wine! Location: Buonvicino, Calabria (19 km from Scalea ~ 30 minutes) Highlights: Introduction to Italian playing cards (Napoletane). Lesson & game of Briscola or Scopa. Tasting of the company’s artisanal products. A glass of local wine.
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