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Arrosticini: Abruzzo’s iconic lamb skewers

January 11, 2026January 11, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Arrosticini are one of Abruzzo’s most recognisable dishes and a symbol of its pastoral history. Also known locally as arrustelle or rustelle, arrosticini are small skewers of sheep meat.

Quick guide to L¡Aquila, Abruzzo. Image credit: https://turismo.abruzzo.it/laquila/

A quick guide to L’Aquila (2026)

January 9, 2026January 9, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

L’Aquila is set to become Italy’s Capital of Culture 2026 on 17 January, spotlighting a city defined by history, creativity and remarkable resilience. The title brings a year-long cultural calendar, investment and fresh attention to this Abruzzo capital, long recovering from the devastating 2009 earthquake. Our quick guide to L’Aquila highlights some of the top […]

Off.grid family look at property in bid to get children back

Off-grid family accepts temporary home

November 30, 2025November 30, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The British-Australian couple whose three children were removed from their off-grid home in Abruzzo have accepted an offer of a temporary home.

The removal of children from a rustic property receives political backlash

Court under fire over removal of children in Abruzzo

November 24, 2025November 24, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The removal of three children from their British-Australian parents living in a woodland shack in Palmoli, Abruzzo, has sparked a fierce political backlash. It also prompted government intervention, as well as a wider debate on child protection and lifestyle freedoms.

family lose custody for living in Abruzzo woods off-grid. Couple to undergo psychological assessment

Couple living in Abruzzo woods lose custody of children

November 21, 2025November 21, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

An Australian–British couple living in Abruzzo woods will appeal against a court ruling that removed their three children and placed them in foster care. Their lawyer said on Friday that the decision contains “falsehoods” regarding the children’s schooling.