Hi, I’m Werner
Logging a Mediterranean Longevity Quest—Powered by AI
I’m charting a longer, healthier life from an Italian olive grove, with artificial intelligence riding shotgun. Here you’ll find my bite‑sized experiments, the data AI helps decode, and the honest lessons in between. Pull up a chair and journey along.

Eating for Longevity
Mediterranean flavors, nutrient-rich recipes, and my kitchen experiments

Life in Italy
Language learning, cultural quirks, and my journey of adapting to Italian life.

Experience & Reviews
Looking around for products, places, and my respective reviews and ratings.
My Latest Experiences:

Sardine Perfection – My Albatros Sardinella Pranzo
At €3.25 on promotion at Eataly, I stumbled upon the finest sardines I’ve ever tasted – Albatros sardinelle in extra virgin olive oil. Served with juicy Cuore di Bue tomatoes, my homemade mustard caviar, and a drizzle of EVOO, this simple pranzo became a longevity-boosting masterpiece.

Prosciutto-Kissed Chicken with Cherry Tomato–Caper Pan Sauce (Mustard Caviar Finish)
A low-carb, Mediterranean-style chicken: thyme-seared breast with crisp prosciutto, a glossy cherry-tomato and caper pan sauce, and a playful mustard-caviar finish. High in protein, rich in EVOO polyphenols—designed for delicious longevity.
Why I Eat Sardines in Olive Oil for Lunch: Maximizing Nutrient Density for Longevity
When it comes to my daily lunch (“pranzo”), I have a not-so-secret habit: I frequently reach for a can of sardines in olive oil. This isn’t just about taste or convenience—though both are great—but is a conscious dietary choice as part of my longevity strategy. On my journey with “La

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