Tuscany and Umbria are famous around the world for their superb food and wine.
Both are characterised by their cuisine made from simple ingredients and flavours. This includes some dishes which are common to different areas of the region as well as typical dishes from other parts.Their added value comes from the quality of raw materials and the great care they take in cultivating them.
The prime product of Tuscany is the Tuscan bread, like no other found in Italy, it is unique due to its lack of salt. In Tuscany they have ‘the sacredness of the bread’ or more importantly the importance of not throwing it away – they deem to use it even when it is stale. This is demonstrated by a long series of old recipes still in use like soups, broths, garlic bread, and many more.
Other characteristics of traditional excellent Tuscan cuisine includes the use of white meat and game along with their quality cured meats and flavoursome traditional cheeses such as Pecorino Toscano to that of Pienza and of Maremmano.
We also can't forget the wines, of which Brunello di Montalcino is invaluable.
The Umbrian cuisine is characterised by a distinctly peasant base - pure and simple. It is based on raw materials and ingredients but with a quality which has achieved a great reputation beyond regional borders. We also mustn't forget the famous black truffle from Norcia and Spoleto or Norcia pecorino cheese or even Valnerina spelt (wheat).
Among the region’s wines, the most precious are those of Torgiano Rosso Riserva DOCG and the austere Montefalco Sagrantino DOCG.
L'Orvieto is certainly one of Italy's most famous white wines.
EXPERIENCES AROUND FOOD & WINE:
In the province of Siena, the Casale Toscano is an ideal place for a regenerating holiday set in the peaceful Park of the Val d’Orcia, at the foot of the Radicofani fortress. Relaxing, environment and comfort are your companions for your stay.
Created from an...
The B&B is an ancient restored structure very nice and confortable. It was built in the 18th century. Is situated at only five km from Cortona.
There are 4 rooms available for guests, each one with a private bath.
They have private parking, direct dial telephone, ADSL internet service, hairdryers,...
In the heart of the Mugello Valley, at 35 km from Florence stands the Villa Olive Oil Resort,
a splendid Renaissance Villa built around an ancient 13th century fort.
It is surrounded by ancient olive groves which produce olive oil of exceptional quality. Art, history and relaxation are the three dimensions that make a stay at this...
This Luxury Hotel is in Umbria at 2 km from Corciano, a delightful small town near Perugia. We have transformed the Historical Residence into an elegant hotel.
Breakfast is served in the large dining room decorated with frescoes, and each delicacy is carefully chosen and prepared, with a particular regard to the...
The Villa 101 is the dependence of a typical Tuscan old villa “casa colonica”, situated on the peak of a hill, where you can enjoy the magic sight of the sweet portrait of the most famous Tuscan countryside.
Ideal place for 4 person.
Outside there is a patio for out door dining, barbeque and a small private garden...
A fascinating villa,for 8 person is perfect for relaxing and living in the real Tuscany. A traditional farmhouse frestored, it has maintaining intact its original architectural characteristics. The flooring in the house is in ancient terracotta and comfortably furnished with antique furniture and hand-made metal objects by the owner and...
The villa for 10 people ,has been completed restored maintaining the severe characteristic elements of the original building, characterized externally by squared windows in Florentine stone.
On the ground floor is found a large living room and the kitchen, equipped with all the modern appliances.In everyone of these rooms there is a...
In Tuscany a beautiful independent villa with pool that the owners finished restoring in 2009. The villa is on 2 levels, with a total surface of 200sq.mt., and within a fenced garden of around 200 metres sitting on a hill from which you can admire the beautiful city of Montalcino,...
This beautiful panoramic Villa was formerly an ancient farmhouse dating back to the beginning of the 19th century; it has been completely restored in June 2010 respecting the original architecture.
With its stone look, the threshing floor, and the wooden beams, it is could be like staying immersed in the ancient atmosphere of a distant...
This 13th Century house was once inhabited by peasants who worked the grounds of the Benedictine Monk’s Abbey who lived in this part of the Val d’Orcia.
It has been restored slowly keeping as much to its origins as possible. The restoration has created a holiday cottage for relaxation and tranquillity in an unspoilt part of Tuscany....
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