Why Bees Matter to Life at One Belvedere Tuscany
At One Belvedere Tuscany, bees matter because they support pollination, biodiversity, food production and the wider health of the regenerative farm. Across an estate shaped by vineyards, olive groves, orchards, vegetable gardens and forest, pollinators help connect cultivated areas with the surrounding ecosystem. Their work supports flowering plants and contributes to the seasonal ingredients that give the […]
What Is Growing in QB Cucina’s Kitchen Garden This August?
August at One Belvedere Tuscany brings QB Cucina’s kitchen garden this August into focus as part of the restaurant’s seasonal approach. Rather than following a fixed crop list, the kitchen works with ingredients as they become ready to harvest, complemented by produce from carefully selected local organic producers. This garden-to-table connection allows Chef Federico Viti […]
Need A Mid-Year Reset? Escape To One Belvedere Tuscany
A mid-year reset offers space to pause, restore perspective, and return to daily life with renewed clarity. At One Belvedere Tuscany, that pause unfolds within a 50-hectare eco-conscious estate in Castellina in Chianti, halfway between Florence and Siena. Vineyards, olive groves, orchards, gardens, forest paths, thoughtful hospitality, holistic wellness, and seasonal gastronomy come together in one […]
Packing for Tuscany in August: What Our Guests Actually Bring
Packing for Tuscany in August is easier when you plan for warm days, outdoor experiences, relaxed dining, and changing settings. Lightweight natural fabrics, comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, sun protection, a hat, and a light evening layer cover most days in Chianti Classico. At One Belvedere Tuscany, guests can move from the infinity pool to vineyard […]
Inside the Amaya Body Ritual at One Belvedere Tuscany and Locanda Le Piazze
The Amaya Body Ritual is a mindful wellness experience connected to One Belvedere Tuscany and its sister property, Locanda Le Piazze. It brings together attentive touch, sensory calm, natural surroundings, and a belief that wellbeing should feel personal. Designed for guests seeking ease and stillness, the ritual creates time to pause, release tension, and reconnect with […]
Why Sustainable Luxury Travel In Tuscany Is The Future Of Travel
Tuscany attracts travellers through its landscapes, food, wine, craftsmanship, and measured pace. Its next chapter is shaped by sustainable luxury travel in Tuscany, an approach that combines refined hospitality with meaningful environmental responsibility. Rather than asking guests to choose between comfort and conscience, this model brings both together through thoughtful design, local sourcing, regenerative farming, seasonal gastronomy, […]
Outdoor Adventures in Tuscany: Hiking, Cycling and Winery Tour at One Belvedere Tuscany
Outdoor adventures in Tuscany offer more than a way to stay active. They allow guests to experience the landscape, traditions and natural rhythms of Chianti Classico. Halfway between Florence and Siena, One Belvedere Tuscany is a 50-hectare regenerative agricultural estate surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, orchards, gardens and forested paths. Guests can explore the property on foot, discover the […]
Why Hospitality Training Matters: Accademia Intrecci on Its Collaboration with One Belvedere Tuscany
Hospitality training is essential for developing the skills, confidence and real-world experience needed to create exceptional guest experiences. At One Belvedere Tuscany, we believe the future of hospitality begins by investing in people. That belief is reflected in our collaboration with Accademia Intrecci, Europe’s first residential academy dedicated to training front-of-house professionals for luxury hospitality, fine dining and restaurant service. Together, we […]
Truffle Hunting in Tuscany at One Belvedere Tuscany
Truffle hunting in Tuscany at One Belvedere Tuscany is a seasonal estate experience that connects guests with the landscape, local knowledge, and one of the region’s most valued ingredients. Guided by an expert and a trained truffle dog, participants learn how truffles develop underground and why healthy woodland soils matter. The estate is fortunate to […]
One Belvedere Tuscany’s Guide to Solo Female Travel in Chianti Classico
Solo female travel in Chianti Classico can be rewarding and restorative when the stay combines thoughtful hospitality, clear logistics, and comfortable experiences. One Belvedere Tuscany offers that balance in a rural setting halfway between Florence and Siena, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, orchards, gardens, and forest paths. The estate’s considered setting allows solo guests to enjoy independence while […]