The Ligurian Riviera, a ribbon of land squeezed between the mountains and the sea, is home to a culinary treasure that has shaped its landscape and cuisine for centuries: the Taggiasca olive . Small in size but immense in flavor, this revered olive is intrinsically linked to the history and steep, terraced hills of Western Liguria, including the area around the picturesque medieval village of Dolceacqua . A Monastic History The story of the Taggiasca olive begins not in Italy

To our guests, and to those dreaming of their next Italian adventure- Benvenuti! We are absolutely thrilled to open the doors of Un'altra Vita  ('Another Life') and welcome you to our beautifully renovated holiday home in the heart of Dolceacqua, one of the most stunning medieval villages in the Italian region of Liguria. More than just a rental, we've created a space that is an invitation to pause, breathe deep , and experience the authentic, meaningful side of Italy. Whethe