Broccoli: Its Origins, Nutritional Power, and How to Grow It
History Broccoli originated in the Mediterranean region. An ancient Italian civilization called the Etruscans, who lived in what is now Tuscany and were considered to be brilliant horticulturists, developed this from a cabbage relative. By the 18th century, broccoli had become a common vegetable in northern Europe, and Italian immigrants brought it to North America […]
Golden onions of Parma
History The Parma golden onions have a sweet, mild flavor, and are grown in the Parma region of Italy. It was in 1896 that golden onions were first introduced to Parma from Pavia. Onions grew well in the region due to its mild climate and fertile soil. The onions were cultivated using specific techniques by […]
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 […]
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 […]
Cheesemaking made simple: your guide to italian flavors
How We Make Farm Fresh Cheese Have you ever wanted to make your own fresh cheese at home? Well today, we’re going to show you how we make some of our favorite cheeses. Here in Italy, we have a rich cheesemaking heritage. We have some of the finest artisanal cheese makers in the world, and […]
Organic vs. Ecological farming: making the right choice
Tuscany, Italy, is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich agricultural heritage. For many years, farmers in Tuscany have been practicing organic farming to preserve the environment and promote healthy living. However, in recent years, a new type of farming called ecological farming has gained popularity. In this article, we will explore the difference between […]
Harvested with love: the first olive harvest at one belvedere
Harvested With Love The first olive harvest at One Belvedere’s Farm. https://onebelvedere.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Raccolta-Olivi.mp4 “The olive tree is a tree full of health. It is a symbol of eternity. Of all things, it has peace attached to it.” Carol Drinkwater
Meet Marco Nardini – Embracing nature’s wisdom in agriculture
About Marco Nardini I am an agronomist working with regenerative agriculture.I bring innovation and adaptation to climate crisis in a 1000 hectares of historic winery in Chianti Classico as sustainability manager. With my company Agro Metrica, I design agro-eco-systems capable of increasing soil fertility and water availability in Italy, Denmark and Morocco. When did you […]
