Archive for 'Food and Wine'

  

Monday, December 15, 2014
View of Chianni
Chianni is a stunning town in the Pisa province of Tuscany that lies about 35 kilometres outside of Pisa city. It is a little Tuscan gem, tucked into a sea of grape vines, chestnut woods and olive trees. Overlooking the scenic Valdera Valley, Chianni is located close to other towns of interest such as San Gimignano, Volterra and Pisa. It’s a beautifully preserved 12th century town with quaint little streets, well-kept houses and welcoming townsfolk.

Renting a villa in Chianni is easy and offers tourists a beautiful area to explore during their time here.     Read More
Posted in: Events, Food and Wine, Localities, November, Products & Specialities, Small Towns

  

Thursday, December 11, 2014
mushrooms growing
Autumn is the time of year for picking mushrooms and Tuscany is no different. But because of the ideal mushroom growing conditions and the value of certain fungi like the black or white truffles, tourists are required to pay a small ‘mushroom’ tax during their vacation here if they wish to pick some to make a delicious meal with.

The cost of picking mushrooms in Tuscany is as follows:
€15 for a day
€40 for a week
€100 for a year     Read More
Posted in: Curiosities, Food and Wine, Products & Specialities, Tourist Attractions

  

Thursday, December 4, 2014
snow at christmas market
Come to Tuscany this Christmas to experience some seasonal events! This is a perfect time for families with young children to spend a magical holiday here.

Treat yourselves a lovely stay in a four bedroom villa in Tuscany where you can relax and unwind after your days of visiting the following Christmas events.

Spend a delightful day or two in the cosy town of Marradi where the streets are filled with the sound of gospel choirs singing and sleigh bells ringing!     Read More
Posted in: December, Events, Food and Wine, Products & Specialities

  

Thursday, December 4, 2014
chianti wine
Imagine a cosy winter vacation in Tuscany, sitting in front of a crackling fire in a luxury villa here, sipping delicious wine and savouring great local food.

Here in Tuscany, a wonderful collection of wine tasting events are taking place across the region which draws in thousands of locals and tourists alike. Come to toast the New Year in style!

Famous Tuscan wines such as Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and the districts in which they’re produced become vibrant hives of activity at Christmas.     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Products & Specialities, Slow Food, Wineries & Breweries

  

Friday, November 14, 2014
Plate of pasta
Here we have some handy tips on how to experience the very best of Tuscan food, wine and culture without dreading stepping on the scales when you get home! Of course when we go on holidays, it’s natural to want to try lots of new foods and deny yourself nothing…it is a relaxing break away after all.

Choose from a fabulous range of luxury villas in Tuscany to relax in after your indulgent dining experiences!

When sitting down to a traditional Tuscan meal, try picking from the first appetiser which is usually a platter of antipasti.     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Travel Tips