Let’s go on a trip through the dreamy towns of Tuscany. This region of Italy is a dream that fills both the imagination and the senses. Rich in both fine art and rural beauty, this exquisite and diverse region has something for everyone. From the big cities bursting with Renaissance art and quaint villages frozen […]
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Cortona is the Tuscan town that stole Frances Mayes’ heart in her celebrated memoir, Under the Tuscan Sun. The book and the movie of the same name have inspired many thousands of people to travel or even move to Italy. Show notes We talk to Tuscan-born and bred tour guide Debora Bresciani, who knows […]
There’s so much more to Tuscany than so many visitors get to see – hidden places where you’ll find a Tuscan experience that you may have had in some of the more famous places 20 or 30 years ago. We pay a visit to Arezzo – a charming city to the east of Florence […]
Centrally located Florence makes a great base for day trips around Tuscany and further afield by train, car or organized tour. The best day trips from Florence can mean relaxing on the scenic Italian coast, exploring ancient Medieval towns and delving deeper into wine country. Whether you need inspiration for a single day trip from […]
In this episode, we head once more to beautiful Tuscany to take a peek into the rhythm of life and seasonality that makes the produce and dishes of this region so special. Show notes We talk to proud Tuscan Giulia Scarpaleggia – a food writer, video tutorial creator, and cooking class instructor from Juls’ […]
In this episode, we head to Tuscany’s gorgeous Chianti region to talk about an important and exciting season – harvest-time. At this time, grapes are harvested for wine, olives for olive oil, and truffles and porcini mushrooms are foraged for in the woods. Villages and towns hold festivals to celebrate the abundance of wonderful […]
Searching for an idyllic agriturismo in Tuscany? If you have dreams of rolling green hills, fields of vineyards and picturesque hilltop towns under the Tuscan sun, you’re in the right place. We’ve discovered the best Tuscany farm stay accommodation close to the region’s major cities and towns so you can combine a rural escape with […]
Visiting the Tuscan countryside is a highlight of many Italian trips. If you want a memento of your time there, then make time to browse the unique gifts from Tuscany found in small shops and boutiques in its picturesque towns and villages.These crafts and products have been perfected over decades and often centuries of dedication […]
In Italy, summer means one thing – the beach! And with miles and miles of coastline to enjoy (7500 kilometers of coastline in fact!) In this episode, we head to the Maremma region in Tuscany. Covering almost a quarter of Tuscany, Maremma in the South West and has a stunning coastline known as the Silver […]
In this episode, we head back to Tuscany and the Chianti region to chat with Arianna Cini about the artisan souvenirs and gifts available in her region. These special crafts and food products have been created and made by locals who have developed their skills over many generations. Show notes Arianna, runs a slow […]
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