The entire territory of Lotzorai is crossed by two rivers, the Rio Girasole and the Pramaera, like a “little Mesopotamia,” as some fascinated tourists describe it. The fertility of the land, thanks to the two waterways that have flowed around the town for millennia, is evident at a glance around the cluster of houses: small plots of land, citrus groves, and olive groves alternate with vegetable gardens and fields of fodder. Colorful rectangles that gradually increase in size as you move towards the inland hills.

Like all Ogliastra towns, in this valley, sheep have plenty of space to graze. Organic, eco-sustainable, or short supply chain—words so popular in recent years—have always existed here. Out of habit, necessity, and choice. The cheese produced in the local dairy is made from sheep that graze nearby. The sheep themselves are fed, as much as possible, on corn and local fodder. Even the olives are harvested a short distance from the village’s only olive press. The variety of honey produced on site reflects the many botanical species found in the surrounding countryside and hills: asphodel, strawberry tree, thistle, thyme, carob, eucalyptus, and even the rare and delicate German germander. Even the vineyards, many of which are tended with passion passed down from father to son, produce excellent wine. Numerous displays of local fruit and vegetables, set up along the roads near the entrances to the farmlands, sell only what is grown just a few meters away. Often, many of these products are not backed by major brands that provide certification of their eco-sustainability. Here, those who produce and work rely on the sensitivity of visitors, who can appreciate and experience firsthand how the entire supply chain is organic, reducing energy consumption, even if often at the expense of large production quantities.

Local produce is showcased and celebrated in typical dishes. We won’t dwell on the many well-known recipes of Sardinian and Ogliastra cuisine. All the most famous first courses, roast meats and fish, breads, and desserts are well-presented in every restaurant. A good cheese drizzled with honey, a piece of bread, and a glass of fine red wine are all you need to appreciate the authenticity and goodness of our food and drink. We’re pleased that, when you arrive, you’ve only traveled a few steps to get to us.