Archive for 'Recipes'

  

Monday, April 16, 2018
Peas
Florence is an incredible destination that is full of things to see and do. However, there is one thing that is for sure at the top of this list of things: sampling the local cuisine. There are plenty of Florentine dishes and specialities to try and some are more exotic or interesting than others but delicious Florentine-style peas are something that you shouldn't skip over. If you are a foodie that has found a vacation rental in Florence then be sure to get your hands on these peas while you are spending time in the city.     Read More
Posted in: Florence, Food and Wine, Localities, Recipes

  

Friday, April 13, 2018



Baccalà is the Italian word for salted cod, a food that has a long history in Europe going back hundreds of years. There are various recipes involving baccalà from lots of different countries and within Italy, in particular.

In Tuscany, the most famous and typical of these dishes comes from Livorno and is called Baccalà alla Livornese. If you have found a vacation rental in Livorno, it is one of the key regional dishes that you should try – particularly if you are a foodie, you really won't want to miss out on the local flavour!     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Livorno, Localities, Recipes

  

Thursday, March 29, 2018
Roses
We've written before about Emiko Davies, who is one of our favourite food bloggers in Italy, as part of our round-up of bloggers that you need to follow. Davies is a half Japanese, half Australian ex-pat who is now living in Florence with her Italian husband and daughter. Madly in love with the local cuisine, she has written two cookbooks about traditional Tuscan cooking, “Florentine: The True Cuisine of Florence” and “Acquacotta” and contributes to various publications, as well as running a blog and hosting classes and workshops on cooking and photography.

Bringing to life historic recipes and creating stunning images and dishes is her particular forte and, if you find a vacation rental in Florence, you can attend one of her incredible classes for yourself. Just check out her website for details about upcoming events and try to line one up with your trip!     Read More
Posted in: Florence, Food and Wine, Localities, Recipes

  

Thursday, February 22, 2018
Cacciucco Alla Viareggina
Tuscan food is one of the main things that draws people to the region as a holiday destination. So, if you have found a luxury villa in Florence, a vacation rental in Chianti or a holiday villa in Pisa, then you're probably looking forward to all the delicious foods you will get to eat! We have written about a lot of classic Tuscan dishes in the past and have given recipes so you can try and make them for yourself. Here are some of the most famous and important of those that we have covered and links to the recipes so you can get cooking while you plan your holiday!

1. Cacciucco Alla Viareggina

This typical Tuscan seafood soup comes from the famous seaside resort town of Viareggio and consists of octopus, cuttlefish, mussels, shrimp and more. It is a hearty traditional dish that will delight seafood lovers and while the garlic and fish may not leave you smelling the freshest, it's definitely worth the strong scent!     Read More
Posted in: Food and Wine, Products & Specialities, Recipes

  

Friday, November 3, 2017
Spongata Di Natale
Spongata di Natale is a round, flat festive Italian cake that has ties to various regions and towns in Italy and is thought to have been brought to Italy by the Jews, though others believe that it is a Roman dish that survived through the Middle Ages. The first recorded written recipe dates back to the end of the 14th century and required three days to complete and we know that its production was even regulated by the famous ducal family of Este by a special decree. While the exact origins are uncertain, we do know that it is a delicious treat, perfect for some rich sweetness during the colder months. A thin, pie-like cake that consists of a crunchy pastry coating and sweet filling made of spices, nuts, honey and dried fruit, it is actually not dissimilar to that more familiar Christmas food staple; the mince pie.     Read More
Posted in: December, Events, Food and Wine, Recipes