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 […]
Long-term egg storage: water glassing how-to guide
Living “the farm life” comes with so many joys and a few challenges too. One thing is for certain though, there is always an abundance of everything, and we as happy homesteaders, need to be mindful of what to do with it all.Now, there are numerous ways to preserve a surplus of food, and sometimes, […]
Meet Lisa Zacchia
About Lisa Zacchia Lisa Zacchia studied languages and economy as a business consultant. She worked for 4 years in a private company as an administrative employee and in 2014 made her first steps in the tourism industry. In 2016 she joined the Locanda le Piazze as receptionist and then as customer care manager. She loves […]
Farro with caramelized root vegetables
Farro, a hearty, healthful, and highly prized Italian grain, fits comfortably into menus year-round. In winter, toss it with roasted root vegetables such as turnips, parsnips, and carrots, as it is here. This dish is sweet and savory and loses nothing when served at room temperature, making it a great option for both the lunch […]
Meet Rosario Di Geronimo
About Rosario Di Geronimo What is your name? Rosario Di Geronimo – Bioinvio trademark What do you do? Growing and marketing citrus fruits. Where do you work? Sicily, province of Ragusa. Our land lies in the valley furrowed by the Acate river, one of the most fertile areas in Sicily. What is your favorite product […]
Roasted vegetable galette
Roasted vegetable galette is a great Christmas centrepiece, chock full of festive favourites! Earthly mushroom duxelles, sweet roasted carrots, parsnips and squash encased in crisp wholemeal pastry. Serve with potatoes, lots of gravy and greens! SERVES 6 Takes 2 hours plus chilling Ingredients: 450 g (1lb) chestnut mushrooms 50g (1 ¾ oz) unsalted butter 3 […]
Zero houses: transforming sustainable living
Zero Impact Housing Explained If you’ve ever wanted to build your own home without having a negative impact on the environment, now is your chance. We now have “green built” homes, which allow us to build a cost-effective, healthy, and environmentally friendly home. So, what is the real situation? The true breakthrough in this century […]