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Decorate Your House For A Tuscan Autumn
Continuing in our Autumn theme this week on the blog, our thoughts come to those who might not be in Tuscany, but want a little ‘fall flair’ in their own residences. Whether it be a sultry table, decorated with seasonal accents and fresh fruits in season to hand made artisan items from Tuscany. We adore the warm look that Italy inspires during these months and want to share a few of our favorite looks and suggestions.
In Search Of Porcini in Tuscany, Plus Risotto Recipes
If there ever was an Olympic gold-star medal winner in the world of Mushrooms, it would definitely be the Porcini variety. It is one of the most-prized funghi in the world, and the first step to appreciation, is developing a bit of understanding beforehand. They are an important element of local Tuscan cuisine and can be found in a number of interesting, local dishes.
5 Myths About Olive Oil
Since we are nearing our olive harvest, what better time to tackle a few well known myths regarding olive oil, our life, Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort’s theme, and something that Italy is well-known for producing. Italy is the number one producers and seller of this ‘green gold’ in the world and we base our lives around continuously learning about this excellent gift that has been beholden in the Tuscan area for centuries. (more…)
Feels Like Fall: Recipe For Pappa Al Pomodoro
As we inch ever nearer October, the weather has turned unusually chilly. On the streets of Florence, and tiny Tuscan towns that surround our resort, Villa Campestri, in the Mugello valley, we see scarves and light jackets already making their way out of the winter wardrobe. It almost feels too much, too soon. But after such a long summer, we are quite happy to embrace this cooler weather and stunning sunsets, and to be quite frank, it gives us an appetite. (more…)
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Continuing in our Autumn theme this week on the blog, our thoughts come to those who might not be in Tuscany, but want a little ‘fall flair’ in their own residences. Whether it be a sultry table, decorated with seasonal accents and fresh fruits in season to hand made artisan items from Tuscany. We adore […]
If there ever was an Olympic gold-star medal winner in the world of Mushrooms, it would definitely be the Porcini variety. It is one of the most-prized funghi in the world, and the first step to appreciation, is developing a bit of understanding beforehand. They are an important element of local Tuscan cuisine and can […]
Since we are nearing our olive harvest, what better time to tackle a few well known myths regarding olive oil, our life, Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort’s theme, and something that Italy is well-known for producing. Italy is the number one producers and seller of this ‘green gold’ in the world and we base our […]
As we inch ever nearer October, the weather has turned unusually chilly. On the streets of Florence, and tiny Tuscan towns that surround our resort, Villa Campestri, in the Mugello valley, we see scarves and light jackets already making their way out of the winter wardrobe. It almost feels too much, too soon. But after […]
The Mugello valley in Tuscany is full of pretty little towns, many of them unknown to most who travel to Italy on search of a 2015 version of ‘the grand tour’. Here at Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort we aim at using this blog to help our guests, and anyone reading, learn a little bit […]
For the love of cheese, whether it be hosting the perfect dinner party or just a quiet night at home, a tasty platter of Tuscan cheeses can be the highlight of any table, and we will tell you how to do it best. One thing to keep in mind, is to keep it seasonal. Since […]
We are starting a new series in the blog called “Quick Tips” with the aim of helping those coming to Italy on holiday. The first article in our series is aimed at making a call in Italy, which we know can be quite daunting for those who don’t speak Italian. However, it is quite useful […]
The 15th of August is a National holiday in Italy, with most stores and businesses closing to spend time with their family and friends, typically on the seaside. The holiday itself dates back much further than most might imagine, in fact all the way until the Roman times, named after Emperor Augustus 18 BC. Back then […]
