Whoever thinks that Christmas at the Spa is something distant from tradition might want to reconsider. This is demonstrated by the offers and packages that multiply during this period, promoted by various thermal facilities, with a strong appeal to the tradition of the season. From Chianciano to Abano, passing through Telese and Acqui, there are several spa towns that will let their clients experience the Christmas atmosphere in different ways during their wellness stay. In addition to wellness services, bright decorations, and Christmas markets in the surrounding areas, there is also the gastronomic offer of each Christmas package that will bring typical products and local delicacies to the clients’ tables, always in line with tradition. At the Terme di Sorano, for example, the culinary offer is rich and varied, with short supply chain products and menus that respect traditions. There are two wellness offers for Christmas from the Terme di Sorano, the first spans two nights and three days, while the second includes three nights and four days. Both packages include: access to the thermal pool fed with waters from natural springs that gush at 37.5°, use of lockers, hot showers and for the more daring, access to the evocative outdoor pool called “il bagno dei Frati” dating back to the 15th century and nestled in the woods, fed directly by two thermal springs that emerge from the rock and finally access to the very recent relaxation area where clients will find warm fragrant and rejuvenating herbal teas, background music specifically thought to create atmospheres of peace and serenity on very comfortable chaise lounges. The Christmas atmosphere, the property guarantees, can be felt inside the facility both with the decorations, made with sobriety and elegance, and at the table, where guests will find enticing menus, but in line with the philosophy of wellness.
The result of careful research of raw materials, Chef Maria’s culinary proposals are a concentration of taste and quality that will delight even the most demanding palates. Let’s see in more detail what they entail. For the dinner on the 24th, as tradition dictates for Christmas Eve, a menu entirely based on seasonal vegetables and fish. The meal will start with delicious Christmas Eve crostini, followed by a velvety yellow pumpkin soup with pistachio grains, and paccheri pasta produced by the company from organic flours grown in Tuscany with zucchini and shrimp. For the second course, cod on a cream of leeks grown in the company’s garden and spinach, followed by a cake prepared by Chef Maria with pears and chocolate, and to finish, the traditional panettone. The following day, for Christmas Day, a menu entirely dedicated to the typical dishes of the local tradition. The meal will start with the typical Tuscan appetizer (local cold cuts and cheeses), followed by a Sorano legume soup (a mix of legumes grown by a local producer just two kilometers from the facility), Maremma-style ravioli with pears and pecorino cheese, and roasted pork with potatoes.
The Christmas lunch will conclude with a real gem, Maria’s version of tiramisu, which, instead of the traditional ladyfingers, she makes with pandoro, one of the most appreciated desserts. All meals will be accompanied by local white and red wines, and to finish, sparkling wine with the desserts. If you want to explore the Christmas offers in more detail, go here…
