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Gelbison brings you the heart and soul of traditional Campanian cuisine, a delicious legacy handed down through generations. With roots in simple, authentic home cooking, our local dishes embody the customs and traditions we hold dear. Come on over, take a bite, and dive into the flavorful tapestry of our rich heritage.
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What is Gelbison?
This question has been brought to our attention many times and to have our clients interested is overwhelming.
Gelbison is a mountain, 1704 metres high, in the southern Apennine Alps of the Cilento National Park in the Campania Region of Italy (not far from the famous Amalfi Coast).
Gelbison or Monte Sacro means Sacred Mountain. Through history till these modern times, Gelbison has kept its beauty of fauna and flora and offering natural water springs.
Gelbison is one of many mountains that belong to Vallo della Lucania, a beautiful town in a very fertile valley about 84 km from Salerno and only 18 km from the seaside. Here in Vallo is the Piazza dei Martiri, where in its centre stands a most beautiful fountain with 4 majestic stone carved lions built in 1844 and its surrounding garden of flowers and trees is a pleasure to see and stroll through and for everyone to enjoy.
Gelbison not only attracts its surrounding historic towns that date back as far as Magna Grecia and Velia times, but also tourists who come and visit the church of Maria S.S del Sacro Monte (Holy Mary of the Sacred Mountain) where yearly many followers go on pilgrimage.
An enormous cross stands at the peak of Gelbison and when lit up at night it can be seen as far as the eye can see till it blends in with the stars. Many of those, including myself, who have actually climbed this outstanding cross have experienced one of the most spectacular views. An absolute wonder and unforgettable experience.
We have introduced Gelbison to you and with it the taste of traditional cuisine from this area in its simple and authentic home cooking that our families have handed down from generation to generation. We hold many customs and traditions but our cuisine is something that we can offer and share with you and we hope you will enjoy.