As I drive south, leaving behind the manicured vineyards around San Gimignano where I’ve lived for the past 20 years, I am eager to visit one of my favorite towns in Italy – Montepulciano. There is something so special about this place in the countryside between Val di Chiana and Val d’Orcia. With its breathtaking views, [...]
Tuscan cuisine
Celebrating your wedding in Tuscany goes hand in hand with great wine, fabulous locally produced food and virgin olive oil, famous around the world. This post is a part of “Tuscan wedding 4 all seasons” project, where you will discover the most characteristic villas and venues in Tuscany and the authentic and exquisite food they [...]
Ciao a tutti! Today on the blog: Perfect macarons made in Tuscany. Where? Poggibonsi in a very busy Cup cake studio – “Opera waiting-100% nature”, run by a couple of friends of mine, also husband and wife Gabriele Ciacci and Elisa Polvani. Together we’ve got inspired by mainly Tuscan flavors and have created some savory [...]