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Ristorante Walter Redaelli, Bettolle, Tuscany, Italy
Back home on the ranch in the Cortona area of Tuscany, we decided to try some new places. We had a conversation with Alessandra the owner of Villa di Piazzano inquiring about any new and exciting restaurants in the area. … Continue reading
Posted in Brunello, Italian, Italy, Tuscan
Tagged B&B's and Inn's, Fine Dining, Italian Food, Tuscany, wine tasting in Tuscany
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Villa di Piazzano
When I asked Lori what she wanted for her birthday this year she said she’d like to go to Tuscany and visit our friends at the Villa di Piazzano. We’ve been to the Villa many times and always return because … Continue reading
Posted in B&B, Italian, Italy, Tuscan
Tagged B&B's and Inn's, Italian Food, Italy, Tuscany, wine tasting in Tuscany
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Ristorante Babette, Tuscany, Castiglion Fiorentino, Italy
Prior to our visit to Tuscany we had discussed some new restaurants in the area with our local friends Bianca and Enzo. They had mentioned a place had opened but they have not tried it yet. So prior to leaving … Continue reading
Posted in B&B, Italian, Italy, restaurant, Tuscan
Tagged B&B's and Inn's, Fine Dining, Food is Art, Italian Food, Italy, Tuscany
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RISTORANTE IL LATINI
[flickrset id=”72157630728573900″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”large”] While staying in the lovely countryside of Tuscany, Lori decided to have me, drive us to Florence to visit a restaurant recommend by her doctor that is known to love his food. I was reluctant … Continue reading
Osteria dell’Olmo, Perugia, Italy
[flickrset id=”72157627824848173″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”large”] We received a recommendation from a friend of a friend that has sent a lot of time in Perugia. We called our Italian friends and asked them to join us for dinner. I set the … Continue reading
Pluripremiata Gelato “World Champs”, San Gimignano, Italy
[flickrset id=”72157628082021042″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] In the heart of San Gimignano lies this wonderful Gelato shop, it’s the one with the line in front of it. WAIT do not go to the other shops without a line!! This is homemade … Continue reading
Cum Quibus, San Gimignano, Italy
[flickrset id=”72157628005164394″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Probably the finest traditional Tuscan meal we’ve eaten. We walked into a packed restaurant without a confirmed reservation. There was one table for two or deuce for those in the business available. We were told … Continue reading
Posted in Emilia–Romagna, Italian, Italy, Uncategorized
Tagged Food is Art, Italian Food, Italy, Tuscany
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Canta Napoli, Camucia, Tuscany (near Cortona) Italy
[flickrset id=”72157626603308953″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Several years ago we asked our friends that live in Camucia to take us to a local place where people go to eat for everyday food. They took us to Canta Napoli and we LOVE … Continue reading
Osteria La Porta, Tuscany, Italy
[flickrset id=”72157626959471074″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Remotely located in the small village of Monticchello is this jewel of a restaurant, Osteria La Porta. Traveling to this town requires a 30 minute drive off the beaten path. If you follow your GPS … Continue reading
Capricci di Merion, Umbria, (Tuscan border) Italy
[flickrset id=”72157626706464233″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] This year when making arrangements for our annual pilgrimage to Tuscany (Cortona Area), we were discussing places to stay with our Italian friends and they recommended a place a bit off the beaten path in … Continue reading
Trattoria Latte Di Luna, Pienza, Tuscany, Italy
This is one of my favorite places in the world to dine. It’s not Michelin # star dinning but good down to earth Tuscan food featuring the town’s special Mailino (young roasted suckling pig). We have been there several times … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Italian, Italy, restaurant, Tuscan
Tagged Italian Food, Italy, Latte di Luna, Pienza, Tuscan, Tuscany, Wild Boar
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Palazzo del Capitano
[flickrset id=”72157622360159848″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Located in the center of the small Tuscan town of San Quirico d’Orcia is this charming boutique hotel Palazzo dell Capitano. San Quirico is conveniently located near MONTALCINO, PIENZA, MONTEPULCIANO making it a nice hub … Continue reading
Posted in B&B, Italian, Italy, Tuscan
Tagged B&B's and Inn's, Italy, Tuscany, wine tasting in Tuscany
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Ristorante di Poggio Antico, Tuscany, Italy
The Ristorante di Poggio Antico is located on the vineyard Poggio Antico and is run independently by Roberto Minnetti is another true fine dining experience in Tuscany. We enjoyed Lori’s birthday lunch out on the patio so much we returned … Continue reading
Posted in Italian, Italy, restaurant, Tuscan
Tagged Food is Art, Italian Food, Italy, Tuscany, wine tasting in Tuscany
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Locanda dell’ Amorosa, Sinalunga, Italy
Le Coccole dell’Amorosa Nestled in the small village (this means hard to find) of Sinalunga in our favorite region of Italy; Tuscany is Le Coccole dell’Amorosa located in the hotel Locanda dell’ Amorosa. This restaurant is one of the fine … Continue reading
Posted in B&B, Food, Italian, Italy, Tuscan
Tagged B&B, Le Coccole dell'Amorosa, Locanda dell' Amrosa, Sinalunga, Tuscany
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La Bucaccia, Cortona, Tuscany, Italy
[flickrset id=”72157622906386322″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] In the Famous hilltop village of Cortona, La Bucaccia is conveniently located near the center of town. The owner and manager, Romano personally greets all of his guest with his unique style of humor. The … Continue reading
Posted in Italian, Italy, restaurant, Tuscan
Tagged Avignonesi 1995 Vin Santo, Cortona, Italian Food, Italy, Tuscany, wine tasting in Tuscany
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Osteria Il Tinaio,San Quirico d’Orcia, Italy
[flickrset id=”72157622769111285″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] It was truffle season and how could we resist this small Osteria right down the block from Palazzo del Capitano. I think Lori was fascinated by the whole truffle weighing and slicing procedure. The owner … Continue reading
Trattoria al Vecchio Forno, Tuscany, San Quirico d’Orcia, Italy
[flickrset id=”72157623114839182″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] Trattoria al Vecchio Forno, Tuscany, San Quirico d’Orcia, Italy Owned by same owners of the Palazzo del Capitano in San Quirico d’Orcia, This charming ristorante feaures truly authentic Tuscan food. Wonderfully simple dishes of tuscan … Continue reading
Posted in Italian, Italy, restaurant, Tuscan
Tagged Italian Food, Italy, Trattoria al Vecchio, Tuscany
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