This was my first time in Puglia, and luckily, although I booked only the day before, Valentina and Andrea welcomed me in and I spent two nights at Corte Candelora. It is true local hosting - they live around the corner, we shared a glass of wine and coffee, and was served home made apple walnut cake for breakfast. It is a town where everyone knows each other. They also took me on a walking tour of the town, with its own "stories", like how the Greeks came to the region, and a visit to the underground olive press. The restaurant in town (porta antica) was also delicious. The day I did not have a car, I did take the local train to Lecce and Gallipoli - an experience in itself. It was if I was visiting friends. Thank you for your hospitality!