Montepulciano (Tuscany)

Montepulciano is a medieval and Renaissance hill town and comune in the Italian province of Siena in southern Tuscany. Montepulciano is a major producer of food and drink. Renowned for its pork, cheese, "pici" pasta, lentils, and honey, it is known worldwide for its wine. Connoisseurs consider its Vino Nobile, which should not be confused with varietal wine merely made from the Montepulciano grape, among Italy's best.

Tuscany Highlights

Food & Drink
Juniper berries in Piedmont
In Renowned Wine Regions of Italy, the Allure of Gin is Growing

In Le Langhe and beyond, increasing numbers of distillers are putting Italy on the map as a destination for the juniper-y spirit sipped by James Bond. But are they all created equal?

 

Travel
Winding paths in the Valdobbiadene area of Veneto, known for Prosecco production
On October 31 in Italy, It’s All About the Sustainable Stroll

In the two decades since its founding in Siena, National Urban Trekking Day has expanded into an Italy-wide event. This year it places a clear emphasis on walking and its role in sustainable travel.

Inspired Stays
Room at 4F Florence
4F Boutique Hotel: A Sleek Hideaway in a Quiet Pocket of Florence

This simple yet elegant spot on a quiet stretch of the Arno embankment seems tailor-made for business travelers and Florence returnees in search of more “local” pastures.

Italy in Brief
crowds in Florence
What’s Going On With the Short-Term Vacation Rental Ban in Florence?

Florence has joined an increasing number of cities that are cracking down on short-term rental properties. Here’s an overview of the situation and the reactions so far. 

Culture
The Department of Humanities at the University of Catania
5 of the Most Interesting University Libraries in Italy

Italy has many academic libraries with seriously deep shelves — not to mention gorgeous architectural details — where committed scholars hit the books. Here are a few that you can visit.

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Recipes From Tuscany

Recipes
Stuffed mussels from Viareggio
Cozze Ripiene alla Viareggina: Viareggio-Style Stuffed Mussels

This intriguingly delicious main from Tuscany is a unique pairing of mussels with a meat mixture stuffing.

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baked castagnaccio
Castagnaccio: Tuscany’s Chestnut Cake

Castagnaccio is a traditional sweet treat from Tuscany, made with chestnut flour and marvelous for fall.

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Tuscan Farro Soup
Zuppa di Farro: Tuscan Farro Soup

The first chilly fall evenings call for a satisfyingly hearty grain and legume soup.

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Pappa al Pomodoro—Tuscan Tomato-Bread Soup
Pappa al Pomodoro—Tuscan Tomato-Bread Soup

Pappa al pomodoro---a piatto povero, “poor-man’s dish,” is another such creation by Tuscan farmers to make use of stale bread and bumper crops of tomatoes, a New World food introduced into Italy in the 16thc.

Recipes
Pandiramerino (Rosemary and Sultana Buns)
Made with an olive oil-enrichened bread dough and studded with fresh rosemary and sweet sultanas, these delightfully sticky, criss-crossed buns were traditionally served on giovedì santo or Holy Thursday in the Renaissance city.
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