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Vegas Food Critic Trades City Lights for Island Life
16 Oct
Summary
- Food critic Debra Coltune relocated to Carloforte, Sardinia in 2024.
- She was inspired to move after judging a tuna festival in 2023.
- Coltune sought a healthier, calmer lifestyle in a 'blue zone' island.
In 2024, food critic Debra Coltune made a significant life change, relocating from Las Vegas to Carloforte, a village on the island of San Pietro off Sardinia's coast. She moved with her two younger children and their dogs, seeking a tranquil existence.
Coltune's connection to the island began in 2023 during a visit to judge a local tuna festival. She found herself drawn to the peaceful, community-oriented lifestyle of Carloforte, a small town with fewer than 6,000 residents.
Inspired by Sardinia's reputation as a 'blue zone,' areas known for residents' exceptional longevity and well-being, Coltune decided to embrace this healthier way of life. She is currently leasing a home but plans to buy property to establish permanent roots.
She described the island's rhythm as a welcome change from the high-energy environment of Las Vegas. The emphasis on walking and the proximity of local shops contribute to an integrated, healthy lifestyle that Coltune found appealing.
