Ciao Serena Figs!

Ciao, I’m Serena, and I welcome you to Colle Carosello, a land that has belonged to my family for generations. Allow me to introduce you to the Dottato fig, a fruit that has been part of the history and farming traditions of Calabria for centuries. What began as a desire to remain in Calabria and continue to cultivate the land of our family, my husband and I decided to focus on this particular fruit. Relying on the knowledge of the older women of the village, I learned the traditional ways of preserving and transforming figs, the recipes and techniques passed down through generations. For example, weaving dried figs with myrtle which was once a valuable source of energy during long days working in the fields. Today, I share this passion with my daughters and we look forward to your visit to share the traditions of our grandparents and great-grandparents, and to enjoy nature and the slow-pace of these age-old practices. See you for a sweet encounter among the fig trees.

Experiences

The Fig Harvest

Starts at 75€

Spend a day following the rhythms of the fig harvest alongside Serena and her family. From picking the figs and preparing them for drying, to cooking a traditional farmhouse lunch and beginning the slow process of making fig molasses and jam, you'll discover the patience, care and passion behind one of Calabria's long-standing farming traditions. An authentic experience to slow down, share and enjoy a day in the countryside as part of the family. Location: Aieta, Calabria (21km from Scalea ~ 28 minutes) Highlights: Fig harvesting with Serena and her family. Preparing the figs for traditional drying. Gathering ingredients from the vegetable garden to prepare a traditional farmhouse lunch together. Introduction to making fig molasses and fig jam.

Fig Picking Experience

Starts at 32€

A sweet encounter among the fig trees of Colle Carosello, where you'll join Serena and her family for the seasonal harvest. Discover the Dottato fig and its deep connection to local farming culture and Calabrian tradition as you pick ripe figs together. Your visit will end with a traditional farmer's snack among the trees or, at sunset, an aperitivo surrounded by the peaceful countryside—a sweet way to remember your time at Colle Carosello. Location: Aieta, Calabria (21 km from Scalea ~ 28 minutes) Highlights: Walk through the fig groves. Introduction to local fig varieties and the Dottato, a traditional variety deeply connected to Calabria. Seasonal fig picking. Traditional farmer’s snack in the morning or sunset aperitivo with Prosecco.

Traditional Fig Recipes

Starts at 39€

Step into the Colle Carosello workshop with Serena and discover how figs are transformed following traditions passed down through generations. After learning about the journey of the fig, from harvesting to drying, you'll make one of the recipes that most catches your curiosity: from traditional fig braids with myrtle and classic Calabrian crocette, to nocchette with walnuts and citron or walnuts and lemon, as well as more indulgent creations with orange and almonds or coated in dark chocolate. A hands-on workshop where every recipe tells a sweet piece of Calabria's farming heritage. Location: Aieta, Calabria (21km from Scalea ~ 28 minutes) Highlights: Walk through the fig groves. Introduction to traditional harvesting and drying methods. Introduction to traditional recipes and some contemporary creations. Hands-on fig workshop preparing a recipe of your choice. Tasting of the products prepared.

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