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Coronavirus, here's how we're going to go to the beach this summer – Italian Cuisine

The umbrella spacing systems, the sanitization of the equipment, lunch on the beach will be evaluated

We all wonder: but after the months of lockdown from the Covid-19 coronavirus, can we finally go on vacation to the beach? Tourism, together with culture, in Italy is worth the 15% of GDP: a wealth that must be protected. For this reason, the Government is studying, together with the experts, the scientific committee, the ministries and the Civil Protection, the measures to support the sector. The seaside towns, meanwhile, are asking for shared and clear rules on the reopening of the beaches, in order to organize themselves.

According to Mibact Undersecretary Lorenza Bonaccorsi, this summer, the usual flows of foreign tourism (which reached a peak of 51% last year) will not arrive: tourism will be "domestic", with small shifts.

Shall we go to the beach?

The bathing establishments remain closed until 3 May. Access is prohibited on beaches just like in parks. At the moment, entry to the bathing establishments is allowed only to the personnel who deal with maintenance and surveillance. In Liguria, Abruzzo and Emilia Romagna, bathers were allowed to start reassembling the structures in view of the reopening.

How will we be on the beach?

There are still no shared and defined solutions, even if the Government is working on it, together with the ministries of Tourism and Health. It is necessary to carefully evaluate the umbrella spacing systems, the sanitization of the equipment, the umbrella lunch. Some companies have proposed installing transparent cubicles of aluminum and Plexiglas two meters high and 4.5 wide on each side, complete with an entrance door, inside which a couple of beds and an umbrella could be placed. The hypothesis of sanitizing tunnels and dispensers installed along the platforms was also presented, to spray disinfectant solutions. Mauro Della Valle, vice president of Federbalneari, talks about "familiar" umbrellas, one per nucleus, even three meters apart, and also an entrance upon reservation to the plant. And he explains, again, that access to bars and bathrooms could only be possible with a mask.

Can we move to go to the beach?

At the moment, travel is prohibited throughout Italy for tourism: Italians and foreigners still traveling have the opportunity to end their travel, but only to return as soon as possible to their residence or home.

Are the hotels open?

Yes, but they can provide their service only to people who are authorized to move according to the regulations in force, i.e. proven working needs, absolute urgency, situation of need or health reasons. The tourist-accommodation structures of various types, such as bed and breakfasts, can continue their activity (after having communicated it to the prefect of the province where the business is located) only to host people engaged in functional activities to ensure the continuity of the utilities and essential services. The bars and restaurants inside the accommodation facilities can only function for guests, respecting the safety precautions.

How do replacement coupons delivered in the event of a canceled holiday work?

Tour operators can offer vouchers instead of reimbursement of void trips for the pandemic. According to EU Commissioner for Justice Didier Reynders, tourists must be able to refuse them, but there are "big liquidity problems" among operators in the tourism sector, who do not receive new reservations and who have to meet the refund requests that derive from canceled trips. According to Reynders, "a possible way out is to offer customers coupons instead of a cash refund" of the trip, "provided that the consumer is entitled to a full refund in case he does not use it. Coupons should be guaranteed against eventual bankruptcy of tour operators and should be voluntary .

Lunch on the beach: what are the right foods? – Italian Cuisine

Summer is not yet a memory and do we want to enjoy the last days at the beach to the fullest?
Here are the suggestions of Raffaella Melani, nutritionist biologist, to enjoy the beach to the fullest, with the right amount of energy, choosing the right foods!

Water at will

Thinking of a food to take to the beach, the first on the list will surely be thewater! In a normal adult and adult man it constitutes about 55-60% of body weight, while it represents up to 75% of the weight of a newborn. Water plays a fundamental role for the human body: it regulates body temperature and the elimination of minerals and organic substances, has an essential role in digestion, absorption, transport and use of nutrients. In addition, it "lubricates" joints and tissues and maintains elastic and compact skin and mucous membranes. For this reason it is important to drink even without the stimulus of thirst, especially when living on the beach and increasing sweating and dehydration.

Fruits and vegetables at the top of the list

Sandwiches are a staple food for the beach but there are alternatives that can still be appropriate and easy to carry. The skewers they are a popular beach snack since you can easily customize them with any sweet or savory ingredient desired by your heart. Those vegetables are the best option indeed, Fruits and vegetables they are made up of up to 90% water, which is the main component of the human body and in the summer it is known that water consumption is greater and for this reason it is advised to increase consumption.

Melon, watermelon also cucumber and celery

Among the fruit to favor the melon, and the watermelon rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, carotenoids and potassium. The "wisdom" of nature has given us these fruits just in the time of year when there is warmer and the greater the risk of dehydration, they have a high water content and are very refreshing. Among the vegetables that can be used on skewers we have cucumbers and celery. The former are composed, up to 97% water and very low in calories, among the nutrients that distinguish it we find potassium, vitamin C and niacin. Celery, on the other hand, is rich in fiber, vitamin A and mineral salts such as potassium, sodium, phosphorus and a good source of magnesium, selenium and zinc. Among the numerous nutrients it provides luteolin, an antioxidant that fights free radicals, belonging to the flavonoid family.

Cereals, light and healthy

Cereal salad: here you have lots of options rice salad, spelled salad, quinoa salad … pretty much any grain, mixed with fresh vegetables and cheese, is a beach winner. But not only, in many regions they make salads with dry or friselle bread, here in my part (Camogli – Liguria) the "sailor's biscuits" are used, dry scones ideal for preparing the practice Capponadda a salad with soaked biscuits, tomatoes, olives and anchovies, a balanced, complete and digestible meal.

Dried fruit ode, the perfect snack

As a beach snack, the tasty and nutritious combination is a mix of nuts and dried fruit that has a high fat content and a good amino acid content.
be very careful about hygiene: perishable foods should not stay out for more than an hour in hot weather, and this includes travel time to reach the beach, so you need to organize yourself with a cooler or cooler to keep the food fresh foods.

Elisa Nata
August 2019

Beach lunch – Italian Cuisine – Italian Cuisine

How to organize and what to bring for the beach lunch: tricks and things to remember for a perfect picnic on the sand

Lunch on the beach brings with itaroma of the holidays: pure freedom, lots of relaxation and the desire to enjoy the sea until the last minute of the sun. The important thing is to better organize and focus on simplicity. Yes, because instead of the usual sandwich bought at the last minute bringing to the beach the foods you love will be a way to take care of yourself and organize a meal in the name of wellness. Even on the beach.

Lunch on the beach: what to bring to drink

Hydration is essential. Remember that it is necessary to drink before feeling the stimulus of thirst. The water detoxifies, helps diuresis by promoting the elimination of toxins, deflating and stimulating cell regeneration. Here is a good reason to drink a lot and often, especially on the beach. Drinking two glasses of water before meals helps the feeling of satiety: add a refreshing salad and you're done.

To get everything you need for the day at the beach, fill up with water bottles and store them in a portable fridge or let them cool directly immersed in water. Beware of carbonated soft drinks and sugar-rich drinks: they are tempting, however they drink only temporarily. How about preparing iced tea directly at home? Just put two tea bags, or an infusion of flowers, in a bottle of warm water, then put in the fridge and let it rest for a night. If you want one refreshing drink for the beach exploits the power of citrus fruits: squeeze a lemon or an orange into the water and add fresh mint or a sprig of rosemary, precious against exhaustion and suitable for those suffering from low pressure.

Recipes for lunch on the beach

Toasts and sandwiches represent a timeless classic of lunch on the beach: we love them because they are delicious and whet the taste. So why not take the opportunity to prepare them with so many healthy ingredients and fresh? Turn your usual club sandwich into wellness by using toasted bread, avocado, smoked salmon and lots of grilled vegetables.

dining-beach

You can use the jars that you have at home as a container for one special sauce. From the famous Greek recipe with yogurt, cucumber and dill sauce, to guacamole, with the unmistakable taste of avocado, the fresh flavor of sauces will be a delight for the palate. Yes to seasonal vegetables, like the tomato, which in this period of the year offers the opportunity for salads and side dishes: cut into cubes, together with extra virgin olive oil and basil, it is perfect for a simple and tasty bruschetta with wholemeal bread. By the way, don't forget to bring melon and watermelon with you summer fruits, already cut into pieces and ready for tasting: your lunch on the beach will be perfect.