Gerry has always been an avid traveler, eager to explore the world with a backpack, a motorcycle, and a tent. It was during one of these journeys in India in 2018 that he met Stefania, a true Florentine. A chance meeting that led to a partnership in adventure, discovering breathtaking landscapes aboard 20-horsepower Royal Enfield motorcycles.
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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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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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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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These two new wines evoke an important history, especially that of Sangiovese which is rooted in the peasant history of Tuscany – and which are projected towards the future thanks to a great Cabernet Sauvignon, a grape variety that has already conquered the world.
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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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In short, everything originates from this philosophy of beer, a culture transferred to pairing with the restaurant’s dishes: “We build our proposals in the kitchen to enhance our beer, and not vice versa. To this end, the necessary work is not to weigh down the flavours,” they confirm. Our beers are also sometimes used in cooking.
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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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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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Riccardo, with a ten-year tradition, has taken the reins of the family business, assisted by the professionalism and preparation of Andrea and Federico. Today the doors of the showroom open to us: 700 square meters where you can find all the best for the home.
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Far from being a pedantic history lesson, this digression on the three Florentine republics that succeeded one another from 1494 (the year of the expulsion of the Medici who, fearful, conniving and rumoured in cahoots with the French of Charles VIII, were overthrown by spontaneous citizen uprisings) intends to bring to light that voluntary, popular and democratic spirit that took place after decades of Medici domination, ignited by the vehement preaching of Friar Girolamo Savonarola.
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In the splendid residence of the Podere ‘La Stanghetta’, surrounded by cypresses and dotted with multiple points of colour of many essences in bloom, in this locus amoenus that is an oasis of peace, we meet Stefania Gornati and Claudio Gori who introduce us to the secrets of plant cultivation and extraction of essential oils – absolute protagonists of an interesting cosmetic line of which we speak. Let’s get to know them.
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The association was established in 2022 and already includes nine DOP and IGP products: Castagna del Monte Amiata IGP, Fagiolo di Sorana IGP, Farro della Garfagnana IGP, Marrone del Mugello IGP, Mortadella di Prato IGP, Pane Toscano DOP, Pecorino delle Balze Volterrane DOP, Olio di Seggiano DOP and Olio Terre di Siena DOP.
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“I am strongly convinced of the need to support and promote new ways of using the sea – continues Nappi – especially when these are focused on environmental sustainability. Since my establishment we are constantly confronted with the operators of the fishing sector and we are carrying out a fruitful cooperation between the seafaring, the culture and the traditions of the territory. For me, all this means encouraging the development and economic growth of both the fishing sector and all related industries “.
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The Club Il Principe disco has had a facelift since and there are now two rooms. The restaurant is open for two Fridays a month and every Saturday.
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But let’s get to the tasting that was dedicated to us: we start with the curious, opulent, speciality of the pizzeria, that “Scarpetta” which refers to the same all-Italian custom, made with ‘Authentic Integrated Grinding Flour’ from the famous mill mentioned above .. Our ‘scarpetta’ (small shoe) is with “Pecorino fondue, nduja, crispy bacon and pepper powder” and is an extra-menu, recurring in the restaurant that follows the best of the market. Large and baroque alveolation, it seems that it opens and closes like an accordion, perfectly absorbing the ‘sauce’.
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