Every boat brought its own “pickle passport,” collecting stamps (actually, small stickers of cucumbers, onions, and carrots) from other boats. By the end of the week, some participants had tasted over 30 varieties of pickled produce—from sweet-and-sour Sicilian onions to spicy Indian mango pickle brought by a crew from Mumbai. The 2021 “MixedPickles” expedition was also notable for its environmental commitment. The organizers enforced a strict “zero plastic, zero trace” policy. Pickle jars were reused as containers for leftovers and shells collected from beaches. A daily “brine exchange” (rinsing dishes with seawater and biodegradable soap) kept the bays pristine.
But what exactly are “MixedPickles” in this context? Is it a flotilla of quirky sailboats? A floating food festival? Or a metaphor for the eclectic mix of experiences one can find in Sardinia’s crystalline waters? mixedpickles in the bays of sardinia 06 2021
Salute to the pickles. Salute to Sardinia. And salute to the beautiful, unexpected combinations that make a journey unforgettable. Bookmark this guide. Pack your jars. And remember: the best bays are the ones where someone offers you a pickle. Every boat brought its own “pickle passport,” collecting