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Potatoes Tortello: from poor dish to symbol of Mugello

Il tortello di patate di Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort

The potato tortello is a dish that is part of the Mugello culinary tradition. Originally born as a poor dish, today it is a real gastronomic specialty made in numerous variations by Tuscan chefs. Discover with us the characteristics of the potato tortello of Mugello!

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Black Cabbage mini-pie with cream of beans: Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort Recipes

La ricetta dello sformato di cavolo nero di Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort

Villa Campestri’s recipes are easy to prepare and inspired by good Tuscan cuisine. Find out with us how to prepare the Black Cabbage mini-pie with cream of beans!

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Visit Mugello: what to see and what to do

visit mugello

Mugello is a beautiful Tuscan land where Villa Campestri stands, a land rich in traditions, history and nature. We want to lead you to discover the most beautiful villages in this area to visit the churches and the parish churches that are absolutely not to be missed. Here’s what to see and what to do if you want to visit Mugello!

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Excursions in the Mugello

Excursions in the Mugello

Mugello is a green area where splendid valleys alternate with gentle hills and mountains with great charm. A few kilometers from Florence, it is the ideal place to experience unforgettable emotions on foot, on horseback or by bike. Discover with us the most beautiful excursions in Mugello!

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Potatoes Tortello: from poor dish to symbol of Mugello

The potato tortello is a dish that is part of the Mugello culinary tradition. Originally born as a poor dish, today it is a real gastronomic specialty made in numerous variations by Tuscan chefs. Discover with us the characteristics of the potato tortello of Mugello!

Black Cabbage mini-pie with cream of beans: Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort Recipes

The Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort Blog opens a new space dedicated to the recipes of chef Roberto Zanieri. Every last Thursday of the month we will present one of his delicious recipes, easy to prepare and inspired by the good tradition of Tuscany. Today we begin with “Cabbage mini-pie with cream of beans”.

Visit Mugello: what to see and what to do

Mugello is a beautiful Tuscan land where Villa Campestri stands, a land rich in traditions, history and nature. We want to lead you to discover the most beautiful villages in this area to visit the churches and the parish churches that are absolutely not to be missed. Here’s what to see and what to do […]

Excursions in the Mugello

Mugello is a green area where splendid valleys alternate with gentle hills and mountains with great charm. A few kilometers from Florence, it is the ideal place to experience unforgettable emotions on foot, on horseback or by bike. Discover with us the most beautiful excursions in Mugello!

Swimming pool in the Florence countryside: where to go?

When the heat arrives, living in the city becomes really difficult as temperatures rise so much that the only thing possible is an escape to cooler places. In these cases there is nothing better than a day to spend by the pool in the countryside of Florence, here’s where to go.

The Recipe of Villa Campestri Coffee Granita

When temperatures rise, you want something fresh that can invigorate us with taste. Ice cream is certainly a classic but sometimes you prefer something fresher and lighter, which you can sip by the pool. At Villa Campestri we have the right solution, discover the recipe of Coffee Granita now!

The recipes of Villa Campestri: black potato tortello with cuttlefish ragout

Mugello potato tortelli are an exquisite recipe typical of the area. The recipe has been handed down from generation to generation but is always open to new reinterpretations. Discover with us the tradition of Mugello potato tortello and an exquisite gourmet variant!

The Luxury of a heart-beating Resort

The summer holidays are the right occasion to enjoy relaxing moments in an intimate place, protected and surrounded by the quiet of Tuscan nature. Discover now the magic of Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort and the beautiful emotions that you can live with us!

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