This article explores La Vendemmia, the Italian grape harvest, focusing on the deep cultural and spiritual significance of winemaking in Sardinia. From ancient Dionysian rites to modern communal practices, we delve into how the grape harvest connects people to the rhythms of the land, the wisdom of their ancestors, and the cycles of life and death.
Welcome to a curated collection of my writings and recordings on Sardinia, where the rich tapestry of nature, ancient histories, a [...]
As the vibrant palette of fall begins to fade and the leaves yield to the crisp winds heralding winter, the quieter yet equally en [...]
Nestled within the picturesque landscape of Sardinia are many remnants of a time long past, yet the story of these ancient and my [...]
Summer is a magical time, ripe with abundance and long, sunlit days that echo the song of the ancients. As we stand on the thresho [...]
Chickpeas play a dramatic role in Sardiniaβs fight for freedom.Β Β This humble bean was the key to a successful rebellion [...]
Mural - Carnevale Traditions of Sardinia - Do you know all the folkloric figures of Sardinian Su Carrasecare, or Carnevale? Altho [...]
Local "Guardian" Sardinia β¦Β What immediately comes to mind when I name this place? Take a minute to gather your thoughts, then b [...]
The Earth is Our Mother. When we connect to the knowledge that She is our oldest Ancestor itβs impossible not to fall in love with [...]
Artichokes on the table Nemo Me Impune Lacessit(No One Attacks Me With Impunity)~motto of the Order of the ThistleAn artichoke is [...]
