First the ferry, which has access to four of the five islands; Corniglia doesn't have a port. For 15,00 we move between the four towns by ferry for the whole day. The sights are beautiful as the ferry cruises along the 5 Terre region with bright green folliage, sailboats, and seabirds swooping down for their next meal.
Ready for lunch in Riomaggiore, we found a fun little spot called Te La Do Io La Merenda. We were drawn in by their colorful foccaccia toppings, but we quickly changed our tune when we realized they offered paper cones filled with delicous fried things. I chose the spicy chicken and Ariel had the mussels with fried pepper rings, which we loved. Both cones were finished with course sea salt that was reminiscint of eating a soft pretzel at the fair.
Until recently, it was possible to do the full hike from Monterosso to Riomaggiaori, a 12 hour undertaking, but in 2011 the Cinque Terre experienced a terrible storm resulting in debilitating mudslides. Now, it is only possible to hike from Monterosso to Corniglia.
As we hiked into Vernazza off the rigorous trail, we found ourselves on the main road, and were greeted by this pizza; I knew by its beauty we had to have it for lunch, but first we went for a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean. We were so happy we ate at Pizzeria Fatelli Basso, as I rated it my second favorite pizza we've had in Italy to date. You might recall Forno la Renella in Rome.
And so, it is time to leave the beloved 5 Terre; we are sure to return someday. Until then I hope to remember: deep water swimming in Manarola, the creamy pesto, and the gorgeous colors which dress up each town, giving them the unequivical charms the Cinque Terre is known for.
wonderful
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