Archive for 'Friuli Venezia Giulia'

Frico is a typical dish of Friuli and is similar to another popular Alpine dish called Rosti. Both consist of thin pieces of fried potato and cheese, creating something akin to cheese “crisps”. As the area was rather impoverished in the past, this dish was a way of using and recycling bread crusts so as not to waste any food at all. It is made using high-fat hard cheeses, preferably and traditionally either Montasio or Asiago. Frico is made in thin wisps or in loaf-like or pancake-like shapes that are fried in a pan and which can then be sliced. It is not usually eaten on its own or in its own right and is generally used as a garnish in soups or stews.

This tasty dish is very quick and easy to make and is an economic way to use food. If you want to try the authentic thing, find a holiday rental in Friuli and use the recipe below to taste it first!

Situated at the foot of the Julian Alps is the lively town of Gorizia in the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia. This busy tourist town has a wealth of cultural, artistic and historical attractions to explore.

What’s most intriguing about Gorizia is that it’s a conjoined twin town with Nova Gorica in the neighbouring country of Slovenia! Stay at a lovely villa in Friuli Venezia Giulia with guest reviews where you can easily travel to see Gorizia for yourself.

These two towns constitute a conurbation which means that they appear to be one large metropolis area and have an intricate transport system linking them.

History enthusiasts are sure to want a visit to the majestic military memorial site in Redipuglia in the north-eastern region of Friuli Venezia Giulia.

Stay at a charming villa rental in Friuli Venezia Giulia where you can easily visit this incredible site among many other attractions in the region.

Designed by an architect called Giovanni Greppi and a talented sculptor called Giannino Castiglioni, the vast Redipuglia military memorial site is the largest of its kind in Italy. It was opened in 1938 and houses the remains of 100,000 fallen soldiers of World War I.

Situated in the North East of Italy, the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia is a hub of activity with many exciting things here for tourists to do and see! This marvellous region is ideal for sports lovers who wish to embark on challenging mountain hikes or take off in paragliding trails from high up in the mountains!

Check out some superb villas in Friuli Venezia Giulia with guest reviews that are close to lots of attractions.

Or for those with a passion for culture, why not take a few days to go on a trail of the magnificent cities of Trieste, Udine and the UNESCO site of Aquileia. Aquileia especially is a haven of history just waiting to be discovered by you!

If you’re spending some or all of your Italian vacation in the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia then be sure to visit the archaeological area and ancient basilica of Aquileia!

Aquileia was one of the largest and richest cities during the early reign of the Roman Empire before being viciously destroyed by Attila in the 5th century. Book into a charming villa rental in Grado which is only twelve kilometres away from this famous UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Here you can relax in scenic surroundings and easily explore all that this exquisite region of Italy has to offer!