Also, I can’t argue with their view on the “tourist tat” in Alberobello, it really is in a class of its own.  If you want a pink sparkling model trullo, this is the place to come.  However, there are some quality retailers there.  On a recent visit with friends we found Gino Minerva who owns a wonderful shop – Tholos -  full of local specialities, beautifully packaged.  Gino also has a traditional trullo over the road which is staged as a traditional family home, as well as arranging gastro tours and tastings.  One of his tours includes a demonstration of mozzerella making.  We’re looking forward to putting some special packages together for Trullo Solari guests with him.