Gallo Nero Restaurant: Forty Years of Passion and Tuscan Flavors

Examples of dishes that fully express Gallo Nero’s philosophy and the complexity of its recipes include ribollita-filled ravioli with cannellini bean cream, tomato coulis, and crispy black cabbage; pappa al pomodoro-filled ravioli with Parmesan cream and basil powder; and green ravioli filled with rosticciana, served with potato cream and aromatic bread crumble.

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Pigole di Dudda: Giacomo Grassi’s Bet Becomes Reality

Giacomo decided to plant eight of these minor varieties in eight small pigole—the Tuscan term for small, irregular plots of land. These ancient, lesser-known grape varieties, each with its own history and personality, included Canaiolo, Malvasia Nera, Colorino, Pugnitello, Mammolo, Ciliegiolo, Foglia Tonda, and Abrusco. These grapes tell the story of a land that continues to evolve while proudly preserving its heritage.

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Luxury Properties Signed ‘Quality Street Real Estate’

At Quality Street Real Estate you are accompanied with attention, empathy and dedication. The goal is not only to facilitate a transaction, but to follow those who buy or sell a property with care and humanity, ensuring a serene and smooth experience. “It is a sensitivity that we demonstrate in facts,” explains Leonard, “not only to those who buy, but also to those who decide to sell.”

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Music, Culture and Agricultural Producers in the Ancient Village of Torrita di Siena

  By Simone Bandini   We tell you, through the voice of their protagonists, about three events in spring and early summer in Torrita di Siena. Three important opportunities to get to know the village, its ancient history and the artistic liveliness of its citizens: ‘Il Borgo dei Libri’ (24,25 May), ‘Fermento’ (14,15 June) and […]

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Palazzo Pio III: History Meets Culture, Art and Design

It happens, wandering through the villages of our beautiful Tuscany, to come across forgotten pieces of history. Yes, the very ones that in lands less rich in antiquity and traditions would drive tourists crazy as if they were rare and precious stones, and which, to us, seem so normal that we don’t pay much attention to them. In Sarteano this is the case of the “Pope’s House”, the palace where Francesco Todeschini Piccolomini, born Pope Pius III (1439-1503), was born.

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The World in an Ice Cream

In this new season I would like to continue to produce new ice cream tastes but also to carry on my new literary stimulus at the same time. I already have contacts with musician friends with whom I would like to return to play the role of the showman, as in the past, and maybe finally find a producer who sits in front of me to listen to my rhyming songs embraced by the music.

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Bahia Cafè: an oasis of taste, relaxation and fun

Bahia Cafe’s beach is equipped with umbrellas and sunbeds, allowing guests to enjoy the sun and views in comfort. For adventure lovers, pedal boats, canoes and SUP equipment can be rented, offering the opportunity to explore the calm waters of the lake. Those who own their own boats can take advantage of the annual boat storage service, with easy access to the water.

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