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Pasta i pici at restaurant La Solita Zuppa | visit Chiusi Tuscany
Pasta i pici is a traditional pasta dish. They are originally from southern Tuscany around Siena. La Solita Zuppa in Chiusi città offers traditional dishes. On the menu they have lots of pici dishes. Chiusi is an ancient town with an interesting museum “Museo Nazionale Etrusco”. Also Chiusi’s Lake is worth a visit.
Visit Pienza in Val d’Orcia
Visit Pienza Last week I visited Pienza in the Val d'Orcia. Pienza is a tiny village situated 20 km from Montalcino and a few km from Montepulciano. This period is a unique chance for me to visit places in Italy without lots of tourists. Italy has opened its borders...
A FAT e-bike tour in Umbria with Instabike Italia
The best way to explore Umbria and Tuscany is by riding a FAT e-bike. You can ride along vineyards and amazing landscapes. Instabike Italia offers FAT e-bike rental and guided tours.
New Covid-19 measures in Italy: life in Montepulciano
New Phase 2 measures in Italy The Covid-19 measures in Italy are somewhat eased since early May. Restrictions on travel within the same region will be dropped on May 18. Shops, restaurants, hairdressers and bars are being allowed to reopen. Two weeks earlier than...
Phase two in Italy and how to move on
Lockdown in Italy Last week I have seen our Prime Minister Conte on TV saying that the measures will be more relaxed from May 4. What changes? Sometimes it's a bit confusing for me to understand well Italy's new rules. But in general I know what I may do and what is...
At home in Montepulciano
Lockdown As we all know people in Italy have been staying at home since 9 March. Schools, shops, restaurants, bars and many offices are closed. Since then I only go out for a good reason: grocery shopping. I live nearby the Conad grocery. It's only 5 minutes walking....