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Tortelli from Mugello: recipe
I Tortelli del Mugello
(a recipe from Mirella Sartori) From the “Diary of Recipes by Nancy Harmon Jenkins”
If it sometimes appears that every cook in the Mugello has a different recipe for this classic dish, that’s absolutely correct. But Tuscan food is like that, every time you turn a corner, there’s another way of doing things—and the person who’s doing it will swear that it’s the only authentic way. This is another recipe from the great Mugellese cook Mirella Settori.
The best exhibits in Tuscany this spring
One of the best reasons to come visit Italy is not only for the stunning landscape and gastronomic successes but also to see of the most important masterpieces in the art world. 2014 is slated to be a year of art better than ever with exciting new exhibits all over Tuscany that visitors should be on the lookout for.
Tuscany getaway this March – AmorOlio at Villa Campestri
We are super excited to write about our next edition ofAmorOlio at Villa Campestri – a special Tuscan getaway focusing on the art of living well. Now it has even caught the eye of the biggest journal about olive oil in Spain – Mercacei (you can read the full article in Spanish on the link above).
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I Tortelli del Mugello (a recipe from Mirella Sartori) From the “Diary of Recipes by Nancy Harmon Jenkins” If it sometimes appears that every cook in the Mugello has a different recipe for this classic dish, that’s absolutely correct. But Tuscan food is like that, every time you turn a corner, there’s another way of doing […]
One of the best reasons to come visit Italy is not only for the stunning landscape and gastronomic successes but also to see of the most important masterpieces in the art world. 2014 is slated to be a year of art better than ever with exciting new exhibits all over Tuscany that visitors should be […]
We are super excited to write about our next edition ofAmorOlio at Villa Campestri – a special Tuscan getaway focusing on the art of living well. Now it has even caught the eye of the biggest journal about olive oil in Spain – Mercacei (you can read the full article in Spanish on the link […]
“Natale con i tuoi, Pasqua con chi vuoi” is a phrase that in Italian means “Christmas with your family, while Easter can be spent with whomever you want.”
Who doesn’t love the delicate quality of cashmere, in Italy – quality is always at the forefront of those who appreciate 100% made in Italy goods. Close to Villa Campestri olive oil resort, we discovered a company in Borgo San Lorenzo that has been producing cashmere knitwear since 1949, Il Borgo Cashmere. The company utilizes many […]
Here in the Mugello valley, there are numerous ways for an active person to get the most out of our stunning nature and different excursions. This area of Tuscany surrounding Vicchio and Borgo San Lorenzo have a number of trails for hikers and cyclists who are looking for a special green escape while traveling through […]
The days are getting shorter and the nights cooler while Tuscan towns decorate their historical centers with beautiful Christmas lights. It’s prime time for Christmas shopping and finding that special unique present for a family member or loved one that they won’t soon forget.
Last week we wrote about picking our olives during this November’s harvest at Villa Campestri olive oil resort in Tuscany. The time has now arrived to process our olives in order to create the extra virgin olive oil that makes us famous.
