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Mint, pea, spinach and chia fritters

1 cup (120g/4¼ oz) frozen peas, thawed 250g (8¾ oz) frozen spinach, thawed ½ cup (8g/¼ oz) mint leaves, chopped  ¼ cup (6g/¼ oz) dill sprigs, chopped  1 cup (240g/8½ oz) fresh ricotta 2 eggs ¼ cup (50g/1¾ oz) chia seeds  sea salt and cracked black pepper  extra virgin olive oil, for cooking  lemon cheeks, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Meet Corinna Banti

About Corinna Banti What is your name? Corinna Banti What do you do? Oenologist and business manager of Ultima Pietra Where do you work? Ultima Pietra, winery in Trequanda What is your favorite product in the company? In the company we produce wine and oil, and my own favorite is definitely wine. When did you […]

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, […]

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 Puja Mahajan

About Puja Mahajan Puja Mahajan, an aeronautical and environmental engineer by trade, is an experienced executive who excels in building innovative and service-oriented organisations.  Having spent over 25 years in corporate aviation, she has held positions at Pratt & Whitney Canada, Bombardier Aerospace and was most notably CEO of Maltese operator Elit’Avia and EVP Business Development […]

Meet Riccardo Clemente

A peaceful vineyard in Tuscany—experience quality and assurance in every visit, backed by our refund and returns policy.

About Riccardo Clemente I lived in Genoa until I was 18, where I attended high school and worked as a beekeeper in Sant’Ilario, near Genoa. My father and grandfather both had art galleries in Genoa, but I was always interested in agriculture.In 1993 I moved to Milan to study agricultural science and graduated in 1999. […]

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