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Aglione “garlic” from the Valdichiana
Alberto Giorgi is a local farmer and a small producer of aglione. He grows fruit, vegetables and aglione -garlic- in the Valdichiana valley. His farms are located in Montepulciano and Chianciano. Every Wednesday and Friday morning is a farmers' market in Montallese....
My quarantaine blog in Montepulciano
Here’s my story and a selection of images showing my quarantaine life in Montepulciano. The lockdown measures in Italy were severe. Now that we are relatively back to normal life, things have changed in Montepulciano.
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...