Author: francesco.garuglieri

Tuscany is a region located in central Italy. There are lots of fun and exciting activities to do in Tuscany. One of them is truffle hunting.   Truffles are earthy, funky, and flavorful fungi typically found near the roots of the trees by trained dogs. They are generally available all year long, but white truffles hit their certain peak around autumn to December, black truffles are usually found in the market in its peak season around January and February.  First Times Source of Image If it’s your first time trying out truffles, here are some tips you need to know:  When… read more

Flavors from a single bite of a local bread to a hearty sip of old wine can take us to places, history, and culture. When visiting a place, it is just right to not only stroll in the streets and meet the locals but also take part in their culture by indulging in their local food and drinks.   If you are looking for Mediterranean, Contemporary, and or Tuscan cuisines to try during your upcoming trip, here are the five best-rated restaurants in Chianti, Radda, that will surely complete your Tuscany visit.    Taverna Squarcialupi  Dominating the first place, Taverna… read more

Italy is a land that is full of history and beautiful places only waiting to be discovered. No matter how many pictures you flip through, nothing, like a movie, can give you a sense of Italy's unique beauty. Over the past hundred or so years, we have been rewarded with some fantastic films that fully highlight their elegance. So, whether you have an Italian holiday on your calendar yet, or you're only looking for some extra inspiration to book some flights, here are some movie picks that you need to watch.  Set in different parts of Italy, these movies will… read more

Tuscan cuisine originated from the term “cucina povera” which means poor kitchen in English. These kinds of dishes are made from simple yet the finest quality of ingredients in the market.  This is a trademark of the Tuscans, standing by their products, taking pride in having the best quality in town - even if some products are available only a few times annually and also if this means hunting and browsing every store the best deals.    Below are the top ten Tuscan recipes that made our list that everyone will undoubtedly take a bite of!    Bistecca Alla Fiorentina … read more

  Radda may have lost its centrality distinctions back in 1555, but its  glorious past had led it to become one of the most outstanding towns in the area of Chianti Classico. It got its name “Radda in Chianti” to commemorate its wine production; the town’s best offerings.    Besides the impressive stone walls and magnificent landscape views, Radda in Chianti is the perfect place if you are searching for tranquility alongside wine. Today, we will give you a short walk through the town’s masterpieces.    Wine Tasting and Tours  It is crystal clear that the best thing about this… read more