Pic-Nic at Masseria Spina: A focused 45‑minute tasting of Puglia’s pantry

MONOPOLI FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Pic-Nic at Masseria Spina: A focused 45‑minute tasting of Puglia’s pantry

A concise, adult‑only tasting that presents a single chosen dish with Puglian bread, jams and a glass of wine—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

Pic-Nic at Masseria Spina: A focused 45‑minute tasting of Puglia’s pantry.

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Location
Monopoli
Operator
Masseria Spina Resort
Category
Food Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set at Masseria Spina Resort in Monopoli, Pic‑Nic is a short, group food experience that introduces guests to regional products of Puglia: one chosen plate served with local panetteria and confetture, accompanied by a glass of wine. The activity is offered as a roughly 45‑minute tasting and can be enhanced at checkout with a pasta workshop or an olive‑oil tasting.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE FLAVORS

A single curated plate with Puglian pantry staples

Each guest receives one plate of choice—options include a tagliere di salumi e formaggi, carpacci di mare or carpacci di terra—served alongside traditional Puglian bread and house confetture, with one glass of wine included.

DIETARY FLEXIBILITY

Vegetarian and gluten‑free arrangements available

The tasting can accommodate vegetarian and gluten‑free menus upon request, making the experience adaptable to common dietary needs within the group format.

ADD‑ON OPTIONS

Extend the tasting with hands‑on workshops

At checkout participants have the opportunity to add a pasta laboratory or an olive‑oil tasting to deepen their understanding of Puglian ingredients and techniques.

What the day feels like

What the experience feels like

Pic‑Nic unfolds as a compact, sociable tasting: guests gather for a 45‑minute group activity to sample a chosen dish paired with regional bread, jams and a glass of wine. The format is short and focused, with options for dietary requests and the practical choice to add longer, skill‑based extensions such as a pasta workshop or an olive‑oil tasting at checkout.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this short tasting suits—and who should consider alternatives.

1
Adults seeking a concise food samplingDesigned as an adult‑only experience (18+), Pic‑Nic is a compact, social tasting best for travelers who want a brief introduction to Puglian products.
2
Diet‑conscious dinersVegetarian and gluten‑free menus are available on request, so travelers with those needs can participate with advance notice.
3
Groups and social dinersOperated as a group activity, the format suits small groups or solo travelers who don’t require private tasting arrangements.
4
Travelers with petsThe resort is pet friendly, which may be relevant for guests planning logistics around bringing animals to the property.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The activity runs for approximately 45 minutes and is presented as a group tasting.

What to bring

No special equipment is required; guests with dietary restrictions should request vegetarian or gluten‑free options in advance.

Add‑ons & booking notes

During checkout guests can opt to add the pasta laboratory or olive‑oil tasting to extend the experience.

Pets

The resort is pet friendly; plan accordingly with the operator if bringing an animal.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does Pic‑Nic last?

The tasting lasts approximately 45 minutes.

Who can attend this experience?

The activity is suitable only for adults aged 18 and over.

What is included in the tasting?

Each guest receives one chosen plate (tagliere di salumi e formaggi, carpacci di mare or carpacci di terra) with Puglian bread and jams, plus one glass of wine per person.

Can the tasting accommodate dietary restrictions?

Vegetarian and gluten‑free menus are available on request.

Can I add more activities?

Yes—at checkout there is the option to add a pasta laboratory or an olive‑oil tasting.

Is the resort pet friendly?

The resort is pet friendly.