Why Celeriac Deserves a Place in Your Garden and Diet

History Celery root, commonly known as celeriac, is a root vegetable from the same family as celery. It is thought to have its roots in the Mediterranean basin. Europeans began cultivating celeriac as a winning vegetable during the Middle Ages when it became popular as a food. In the 17th century, celeriac was used to […]

Meet Simone Monciatti

About Simone Monciatti What is your name? Simone Monciatti What do you do?  I’m technical director in Capannelle Winery Where do you work? In Gaiole in Chianti What is your favorite product in the company?  The vineyards  When did you find out you wanted to go into the business of brewing beer, gin, cheese, wine? […]

Chocolate and zucchini cake

Sure, the zucchini in this cake adds some nutritional value, but more important, it lends a wonderful soft texture to the crumb. The poppy seeds add some crunch, and the chopped chocolate ensures it doesn’t taste too wholesome. I think this cake is great on its own, but if you’d like to add a topping, […]

Unleashing social responsibility in agriculture

Farming has been an important part of human civilization for thousands of years. Our society, like the methods used to produce the food we eat, has evolved and grown. There has recently been a growing trend toward socially conscious farming, which takes the environmental and social impact of farming. An Overview of Socially Conscious Farming […]

The ultimate guide to making pemmican

How To Dry / Curing Meat Have you ever wanted to learn how to preserve meat? Well, making pemmican is a wonderful and traditional method for preserving meat that we can still use today. On top of this, pemmican is the ultimate survival food too. For centuries it has been treasured for its ability to […]

Sip into splendor: tuscany’s enchanting merlot journey of silky smoothness and velvety elegance

Step into Tuscany’s mesmerizing vineyards, where the regal Merlot grape reigns supreme. Its silky smoothness and velvety softness create wines that intoxicate the senses. Aged in oak barrels, Merlot transcends excellence, delivering outstanding flavors that leave an indelible mark. As a masterful mediator, it harmonizes and softens robust varieties, crafting perfectly balanced masterpieces. Embark on […]

Unveiling regenerative agriculture: farming for a better tomorrow

A new era of agricultural transformation has begun. While the green revolution was successful in feeding the world’s rapidly growing population, it also depleted the soil, reduced biodiversity, and hastened climate change. We cannot sustain our present extraction-based agricultural practices, so we must transform agriculture by implementing a suite of regenerative practices. Regenerative agriculture aims […]

The planting and care of sustainable orchards

Permaculture and Regenerative Design in Orchard Management There is nothing quite like growing your own orchard trees. Not only do they reliably provide fresh fruit for you and your family, but they also benefit local wildlife. Additionally, they will improve the value of your property now and for generations to come. Established fruit trees are […]

Meet Guido Haverkock

About Guido Haverkock Guido Haverkock is an extraordinarily talented chef.His love for food, poised between tradition and innovation, is at the heart of the special culinary experience you’ll have at Tavola di Guido.He applies his culinary vision by exploring many of the new dietary requirements and trends, catering to his guests’ palates and requests.He is […]

Black oval eggplant

History Black eggplant, a large, dark purple, meaty, and tasty eggplant that is almost a century old, is the standard eggplant variety. A standard variety that has been grown in gardens all over the world since 1902 was introduced by Burpee. The large size, delicate flavor, and surprisingly early maturation for such a large eggplant […]