Bagnun di Acciughe

Every night fishermen throughout Liguria set sail at dusk and fish until dawn. From the shore the small lights that hang from the edge of their small craft on the dark sea look like jewels displayed on black velvet. This is the nightly spectacle I have witnessed from my window in Camogli. One day I asked one of the fishermen what they eat during the night, and had the happy opportunity to learn firsthand. Many fishermen keep a small burner on board to make delicious one-pot meals, including