Tuscany Articles

1). Lardo di Colonnata : A Tuscan Delicacy By : Andrea Flint
Pork is a staple food of the mountain regions of northern Italy, where it's often said that a well butchered pig should leave 'nothing but the oink' behind. As a pig is typically around 30% fat, thrifty locals had to come up with a way to use and preserve this valuable source of protein, and the result is Lardo. Lardo di Colonnata, to give it its full name, is a delicacy produced from pork fat in and around the Tuscan mountain town of Colonnata.
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2). Do You Know These Little Known Facts About Tuscany Wines? By : Stephen Rhodes
Entertain with the Region’s Finest Wines Wine can add a sophisticated touch to any party or dinner that you host. When entertaining, treat your guests to the smooth flavor of Italian wine, specifically Tuscany wine. Italy produces more wine than any other country in the world, and some of the finest varieties hail from the Tuscany region. Wine has been produced in Tuscany for hundreds and hundreds of years.
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3). Visitors Guide to Florence, Italy By : Nia Rees
The city of Florence is actually the capital of Italy's Tuscany area and stands alongside the scenic banks of the Arno River, close to the Tyrrhenian and Adriatic Seas. Bustling with local industry, which includes arts and crafts, commerce and tourism; Florence is a particularly historic location, steeped in heritage. One of the most desirable places to visit in Italy, Florence was originally founded by Romans during the first century and grew dramatically between the 1200s and 1600s.
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4). Your Holiday In Tuscany By : Matt Shupe
A region on the West coast of Italy, Tuscany is a fantastic destination for a truly unique vacation. Lying on the Tyrrhenian Sea Tuscany benefits from great beaches on one side and yet is also surrounded my magnificent countryside on the other. Major towns and cities in the area include Pisa, the location of the famous leaning tower and Florence, two of Italy’s most visited places.
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5). Agritourism In Tuscany At Forte dei Marmi - A Peaceful Place To Spend Holidays By : Ricky Lim
For Agritourists, a relaxing holiday is a must and what better place than agritourism in Tuscany. Agritourism is the new way to spend a holiday. Agritourism allows farmers and those living in the tuscan countryside to supplement their income by allowing tourists to visit or stay at their farm or plantations. Tourists will experience the tuscan lifestyle just as the natives did.
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6). A Taste Of Food And Wine In Tuscany By : Sharon Stajda
The Tuscan region of Italy is a food and wine lover’s delight. Modern Tuscan cooking uses fresh, locally grown ingredients, such as beans and olive oil. Expect lunch (pranzo) or dinner (cena) to be a leisurely, unrushed affair with several courses and lots of wine. Begin with antipasto, a starter or appetizer, often incorporating local delicacies, such as pecorino cheese made from sheep’s milk.
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7). Flower Pictures, Orchids in Tuscany By : Flower Girl
It’s springtime in Tuscany, early May. Arriving at Pisa airport the air smells different, dryer, lighter, brighter with the alluring waft of some flower scent, even amid the concrete hustle and bustle of airports everywhere. I’m travelling light, or as light as you can get when your camera bag is your hand luggage and you couldn’t quite leave the tripod behind.
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8). Bars in Tuscany – a Gastronomic Experience By : Kit Heathcock
Tuscany, where bars are a way of life. Purveyors of coffee, tasty prosciutto panini and wonderful ice-cream. Memories of a few of the best in the Siena area.
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9). Italy: The Art Of Good Living By : Steven Cronin
Most people’s perception of Italy is that of style, a country whose taste for the good life is matched only by its panache. The food is full of flavour, created with a desire to serve nothing but the best. Variety is the spice of life; kitchens all over the country try to outwit one another with new recipes, each one tastier than their neighbours.
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10). Poppies in Tuscany 2 – Digital Flower Pictures By : Flower Girl
It can be hard work locating the perfect field of poppies in front of the perfect view of a Tuscan town. You think it might just be easier to slap in a field of poppies on your computer at home later. Well, these days it is a viable alternative, one much used in the professional photography world, but if you’re going to do it well, there is still a lot of work involved.
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11). Tuscany – A Region Of Beauty And History By : Sharon Stajda
The Tuscany region of Italy captivates all of its visitors with its natural and man-made beauty. There are cities filled with historic sites and art treasures; medieval towns and villages perched on hilltops; and beautiful countryside dotted with vineyards and olive groves. In Florence, the capital of Tuscany, the Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge) dates back to 1345 and spans the River Arno.
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12). Discover The Beauty Of Tuscany Italy By :
Every time I write about Tuscany Italy, my heart and my whole body for that matter experiences an intense feeling of calmness. I know exactly that this feeling comes from the relaxed atmosphere that this part of Italy near Florence gives off. I have found a perfect balance of enjoying the fascinating city of Florence and its cultural activities at the same time I refurbish energy by either doing a farm holiday or staying in a luxury villa in the countryside of Tuscany.
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13). Sorting Out Tuscany Italy By : Clinton Maxwell
Let me show you an easy way to get to know the Tuscany region and with this, different tuscany villas rental holiday homes. + Reliving in Renaissance Times- can be found in the towns or cities of Cerretto Guide, Vinci, Montelupe Fiorentino and Empoli. I stayed at the Poderio Zollaio apartments on the outskirts of Vinci. There is a choice of four completely different holiday home styles typical in tuscany.
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14). The Lure Of Lucca, Italy By : Sharon Stajda
Tuscany is home to the town of Lucca, an exquisite example of Romanesque architecture displayed in all of its glory throughout the town. The cathedrals of San Michele and San Martino are two of the best examples of the Romanesque architecture to be seen in Lucca, or all of Northern Italy for that. Lucca sits near the Serchio River, about 30 kilometers from Pisa and 80 kilometers from Florence.
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15). Things to Do in Tuscany While You’re on Vacation By : James Hunt
So you’ve just arrived in Tuscany Italy and you are charmed by the land, the vineyards and beautiful rounded hilltops. This is a scene out of a fantasy novel to most of us...
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16). Alentejo Region in Portugal is Called The New Tuscany By : Bert Snijder
Portugal Property is at a premium currently especially in the Alentejo region.
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17). Poppies in Tuscany 1 –The Definitive Flower Picture By : Kit Heathcock
Tuscany in May the ultimate travel photo would be a medieval hill town with a field of poppies in the foreground. Here are tips on trying to find and shoot that elusive image.
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18). Poppies in Tuscany – Definitive Flower Pictures By : Flower Girl
A splash of scarlet poppies among lush green fields in the foreground, a medieval hill town in Tuscany, the red brick warm and glowing, in the background – the photograph travel brochures dream of. People will flock to see fields of poppies. Finding the perfect combination to photograph together in real life, even in Tuscany, isn’t always easy. (See my article Poppies in Tuscany – the Digital Photography Alternative if you’re tempted to try to create the shot digitally).
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19). Holiday Apartments In Tuscany By : Ricky Lim
If you are going to stay in Tuscany for an extended period of time for your holidays, then it is preferable to stay in a Tuscany holiday apartment. They are much more affordable than villas or farmhouses and there are such a wide variety of apartments available in Tuscany. Tuscans in the countryside often rent out their farmhouses which are being restored into apartments to supplement their incomes.
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20). Poppies in Tuscany 2 – The Digital Photography Alternative By : Kit Heathcock
Taking flower pictures in Tuscany – the digital photographer searches for fields of poppies to create the perfect photo of Tuscany in May.
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21). A Country Hotel In Tuscany; Arts, Wine And History By : Thomas Pretty
A look at why staying a country hotel makes the ideal base to sample all Tuscany has to offer.
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22). Wine Roads in Tuscany By : Roberto Bell
Winding through the Tuscan hills, the wine roads offer travel itineraries within remarkable viticulture areas which are characterized by vineyards and wine cellars and also by landscape, historical attractions in a frame where all kinds of comfort is offered to welcome tourists. Along the wine road signs point out clearly places for lodging, especially farm holidays.
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