The buzzing world of honeybees: a honey production guide
How Do Bees Organize Their Colonies And Honey Productions? Bees are one of the most organized creatures on the earth for their highly efficient social behaviors. Whether it is nest construction, communication, hive environment, defense, honey production, or any task in the colony, it is perfectly managed under the supervision of the queen. If you […]
Everything You Need to Know About Radishes
History Historically, radishes have been around since ancient times. The first radishes were believed to have been grown more than 4,000 years ago in China. Later, they spread to Japan, Korea, and India as well. Radishes were also grown by the ancient Egyptians, as they were depicted in hieroglyphics and were even found in the […]
Meet Noemi Pieri
About Noemi Pieri Noemi Pieri, born in this wonderful Chianti area to which I am very close, after linguistic studies and 13 years of work experience in the legal sector, finally from 2023 I have the opportunity to become part of this beautiful reality. In fact, my greatest ambition has always been to be able […]
Exploring tuscany’s landscape: the cypress trees and beyond
Tuscany is a beautiful region in central Italy known for its gorgeous vistas, quaint hilltop towns, and luscious vineyards. Nothing, however, better encapsulates the essence of Tuscany than the renowned cypress tree, or “cipresso” in Italian. These magnificent trees have long been important in the region’s history, art, and culture. In this post, we’ll look […]
Roast citrus, ginger & honey chicken
One of my family’s favorite meals (and they’re fussy). It’s very simple to make but looks pretty spectacular, as the chicken turns dark and glossy because of the honey and the orange wedges become nicely caramelized at the edges. If your chicken is getting too dark as it cooks, cover it with foil. SERVES 6 […]
Unlocking the secrets of quality soil and composting
What Are The Benefits Of Composting And How To Get Started We’ve all heard about composting, but what many of us may not know is why it’s so important. Did you know that there is a shortage of quality growing soil? You see, plants require a unique growing medium in which to thrive. They need […]
Black Salsify Explained: A Nutrient-Rich Root Vegetable with a Rich Past
History Ancient Greek and Romans cultivated black salsify for its medicinal properties, and it has been cultivated for centuries. In the Middle Ages, black salsify was grown in monastery gardens throughout Europe and used in monastic cuisine. By the 18th and 19th centuries, Dutch and German gardeners introduced it to northern Europe, making it more […]
Unearthing tuscan brilliance: the enigmatic allure of moraiolo olive tree
Jimmi’s Journey: From Surveying to Capturing Nature Through a Lens
About Jimmi Jimmi graduated as surveyor. In the meantime, his passion for gardens and gardening has matured and had him take on a position for a year in a private company. In 2014, he joined the team at Locanda le Piazze and at the same time started to take interest in photography— especially photos and […]
Braised fennel with parmesan
Fennel is native to the sunny Mediterranean but thrives during the cool months of the year. Its delicate anise flavor lends itself to simple preparations: served thinly sliced and raw, baked, or braised, as here. Try it alongside fish, such as halibut or sea bass. SERVES 4 4 fennel bulbs ⅓ cup (3 fl oz/80 […]