Rainwater Collection And Drip Irrigation At One Belvedere Tuscany
At One Belvedere Tuscany, rainwater collection and drip irrigation form part of a practical approach to water stewardship across the estate. Rainwater is collected for use where appropriate, while low-drip irrigation supports crops and gardens by applying water carefully and close to where plants need it. Established vineyards were managed without irrigation during the 2025 […]
International Day Of Awareness Of Food Loss And Waste: The Perspective Of Tavola Le Piazze And QB Cucina
International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, observed on 29 September, calls attention to a major challenge within today’s food systems. At Tavola Le Piazze and QB Cucina, reducing waste begins with a simple principle: respect ingredients, seasonality, local producers, and the land that makes every meal possible. At QB Cucina, this approach […]
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 […]
What the Tuscany Land Teaches Us About Rest, Rhythm, and Renewal
There’s something timeless about the Tuscan landscape. A quiet rhythm hums beneath rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves. Here in Tuscany, time slows. It invites deeper breaths and reconnection to what matters most. In a world of urgency, notifications, and productivity pressure, Tuscany offers balance, patience, and presence. Rest becomes essential, not guilty. Daily rhythm […]
Why Tuscany is the Perfect Destination for Remote Work & Leisure
Tuscany is the perfect destination for remote work and leisure, renowned for its beautiful landscapes, historic towns, and world-class wine. In recent years, it has also become a favorite choice for professionals seeking a balance between focused work and quality downtime. With reliable internet, comfortable accommodations, and calm, inspiring surroundings, Tuscany offers opportunities to combine […]
Unforgettable day in Siena: discover Tuscany’s historic jewel
Picture this: It’s a slow morning. You are enjoying a breakfast of fresh-baked breads, jams, and cheeses. Your cappuccino warms your soul and fills your stomach. Maybe later you’ll take a walk through the hotel gardens before heading back up to your room to finish preparing for the day ahead. Today will be an exciting […]
Discovering the magnificence of Quercia Roverella: Tuscany’s iconic tree
Quercia Roverella, often known as Downy Oak, is a type of oak tree native to Tuscany, Italy. It is one of the most important tree species in the area, with significant cultural and ecological value. In this post, we’ll examine at Quercia Roverella, its qualities, uses, and threats, as well as its significance in Tuscany. […]
Broccoli: Its Origins, Nutritional Power, and How to Grow It
Storia I broccoli hanno avuto origine nella regione mediterranea. Un'antica civiltà italiana chiamata Etruschi, che viveva nell'odierna Toscana ed era considerata composta da brillanti orticoltori, li ha sviluppati da una pianta imparentata con il cavolo. Entro il XVIII secolo, i broccoli erano diventati un ortaggio comune nell'Europa settentrionale, e gli immigrati italiani li portarono in Nord America […]
Unveiling the secrets of frantoio olives: a taste adventure in tuscany
Vi presentiamo l'olivo Frantoio Simbolo dell'eccellenza italiana, questa varietà di olivo è originaria della Toscana. Il suo olio extravergine di oliva vanta un'elevata stabilità e una qualità eccezionale, apprezzata in tutto il mondo. Sebbene sia ancora relativamente poco diffusa in Spagna, gli alberi di Frantoio si trovano in tutto il mondo e prosperano anche nelle zone colpite dal Verticillium. Unitevi a noi in un viaggio alla scoperta [...]
Florentine zucchini
History A specific variety of zucchini called Florentine zucchini is popular in Italian cuisine, particularly in Tuscany. This variety is not well documented, but it is believed to have originated in the Liguria region of Italy and later gained popularity in Tuscany. In Italian, “Lunga Fiorentino” means “Florentine long,” which suggests it was first popularized […]