Francesco

I've travelled 127 countries in the world since I left home at the age of 17. I am Puglian, Mediterranean, Italian and citizen of this Planet Earth. Since 2021 I have been based again in my home region of Puglia. My international travels, work abroad, and infectious passion for our land and people, have placed me in a unique position to share the deep roots and beauty of a region still in its infancy with respect to welcoming foreign travellers.

Beyond being an expert local guide, I am also a custodian of our land, with a passion for gastronomy, wine and above all, how we produce in harmony and respect with terra madre. I am an experienced sommelier of wine, olive oil and gratefully thanks to my mother, an authority on our best local flavours.

If you desire an experience of Puglia that reaches deeper than the photos and checklists of must-see sights, it is my pleasure to share my knowledge and perspectives. It is my intention to share experiences that go beyond the typical guidebook to give you a true sense of what makes Puglia (and Italy) unique and to create memories of a lifetime.

You'll return to your home and look at life, food and the world a little differently!