Many tourists begin their acquaintance with a new country through its gastronomy. The national cuisine of Italy is delicious, diverse, and capable of satisfying even the most discerning gourmet.
We strongly recommend creating your own list titled "What to try in Tropea" to ensure that you don't accidentally miss out on tasting a delicate dessert or a signature meat dish during your stay at the resort.
So, Tropea is known for its red sweet onions, which are added to most dishes and play a prominent role in the menu. Sometimes it goes to the absurd: onion jam or onion ice cream. Red onions are stewed, boiled, fried - so you will undoubtedly taste them as an accompaniment to your chosen dish.
In Tropea, you can also find 'nduja - a soft sausage that is spread on bread or added to pizza or pasta. This dish is the hallmark of the entire Calabrian coast. But be careful, it is very spicy. Just to give you an idea, 'nduja contains 500g of red pepper per 1kg of meat.
Next, there's the equally spicy chili pepper, which is not only added to sausage but also used in bread, preserves, or simply as vinegar and oil.
The signature cheese of Tropea, Pecorino del Poro, is also on the must-try list on the Italian coast. Made from sheep's milk, it has spicy notes and can come in various shades, from yellow to red.
And don't forget about the olive oil! Order a seafood salad dressed with extra virgin olive oil and savor the richness of its expressive flavor.
