Sardinia’s longest Go Kart track? It’s in Ogliastra: let’s find out more about Kartodromo Is Arenadas
A track of 1236 meters, 10 meters wide along the whole path and 13 curves that follow a technically perfect route: these are the features of the longest track in Sardinia.
Among the many activities that you can choose in Ogliastra, after bathing in its crystalline waters or hiking into the wilds, you can definitely take a go-kart ride. Adrenaline and fun are always guaranteed at Is Arenadas kartdrome in Girasole.
A track of 1236 meters, 10 meters wide along the whole path and 13 curves that follow a technically perfect route for racers of all skills, from expert to beginner, even for an elderly tourist that surprisingly gives youngsters a hard time: all of this could happen, framed in the scents of Ogliastra, a land of sun, sea and nature.
We went to explore the racetrack along with the staff. The path, which is particularly wide, allows 17 karts to race together at the same time. We chose the mini grand prix with a bunch of our friends. After a short briefing in the paddock, we put the helmets and rib protectors on, then we sit in the 270cc karts, ideal for beginner drivers. And that’s where the fun begins.
We feel the adrenaline rush amidst bends and chicanes and for thirty minutes we feel like children again. At the end of the grand prix the winner raises the winner’s cup and they take home a nice photo as a keepsake. Nothing is left to chance at Is Arenadas kartdrome: qualified experts and technicians give you the opportunity to live this experience in complete safety and they pay great attention to details and to everyone needs: from children to expert drivers.
There are many options for this unusual experience in Ogliastra: you can rent one of the 270cc and 200cc (125?) karts or book the track for corporate events, free rides, private competitions, MiniKart, time trial races and Grand Prix combinations. Moreover, safe driving courses and tire tests are also hosted at the racetrack. Entertainment is guaranteed until 4 a.m. and, between the races, you can dine or have a snack in the restaurant area near the track. Children can have fun in the playground area specifically designed for them.
If you’re in Ogliastra with your friends or family don’t hesitate: you can contact the owners, Michele and Nicola, and they’ll be glad to welcome you by the karts and take you to the starting blocks.
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Sos opinus, i dolcetti sardi che anticamente curavano il mal di gola
Uno dei loro ingredienti principali è il miele: anticamente venivano preparati per aiutare la guarigione dal mal di gola.
Gli Opinus, i dolcetti per il mal di gola, erano dedicati a San Biagio, protettore dei sofferenti di gola. Anticamente si preparavano intorno al 3 febbraio ma si conservavano e si consumavano durante tutto l’anno.
La loro forma ricorda i pinoli delle pigne, da qui il loro nome. Vengono assemblati uno sopra l’altro, per formare una sorta di pigna dorata, impreziosita da decori brillanti. Ringraziamo per le informazioni e la storia InsulaGolosaRicette, custode delle ricette di Sardegna. Ma ecco come si preparano:
Ingredienti
300 gr di farina
200 gr di zucchero semolato
200 gr di miele
50 gr di strutto
2 uova fresche
1 limone (scorza grattugiata)
acqua di fior d’arancio q.b.
olio per friggere
diavolini di zucchero
Preparazione
Impastate la farina con le uova, lo strutto e un po’ d’acqua leggermente salata. Lavoratela fino a dare una consistenza soda e liscia. Dividete la pasta in piccole parti e ottenete dei bastoncini sottili e tagliateli della lunghezza di 5 centimetri. Dopodiché infarinateli, friggeteli in olio ben caldo e fateli scolare su carta assorbente. Mettete ora un tegame antiaderente sul fuoco lento e fate sciogliere il miele, lo zucchero e la scorza grattugiata del limone. Uniteci i bastoncini di pasta fritti e mescolate con delicatezza fino ad amalgamare il tutto. A questo punto bagnate le mani in acqua di fior d’arancio e disponete i bastoncini uno sopra all’altro creando una pigna dorata. Infine decorate la pigna di opinus con i diavolini di zucchero o altre perline colorate.
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