Scapece di Gallipoli: A Journey into Gastronomic Tradition We know that it should be called “lo scapece” but we prefer to call it in the Salento way, so for us, it is “la scapece”. The scapece di Gallipoli is more than just a dish: it’s a journey into the history and culture of a region that has managed to preserve its culinary traditions. Originating from Magna Graecia, this dish has traveled through the centuries, becoming a symbol of the gastronomy of Gallipoli. Origins of Scapece In the streets of Gallipoli, scapece represents a culinary tradition lost in the mists of …