Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience The sublime magnificence of a castle or the simple charm of farmhouse the motif of the Tuscan farmhouse has been emulated throughout the world The aesthetic has been relentlessly replicated from California to Australia at vineyards and pizza shops and in suburban kitchens But there's nothing like the real thing — and in Tuscany you get all of the authenticity with none of the cliché.The appeal is understandable The urge to go back to a simpler time and place has a powerful pull and Tuscany’s top farmhouse hotels are happy to indulge your agrarian fantasies They’ve replaced the roughest aspects of rural life with first-class service and amenities So, what kind of traveler are you? The one who revels in the sublime magnificence of a castle? Or in the simple charm of farmhouse? In the end, it comes down to personal preference. Maybe you already have your answer. If not, the hotels below — each a Key winner and among the best in its class — should help you make your choice Hotel Castello di Casole stands on the site of a thousand-year-old aristocratic estate the fruit of years of meticulous restoration by an army of architects and designers It’s a restoration that was rigorously historical where it could afford to be and yet wasn’t afraid to take some very welcome liberties — the atmosphere is timeless which is only enhanced by the addition of modern marble baths and up-to-date electronic amenities Book Castello di Casole with The MICHELIN Guide → The castle of Castello Del Nero comes with a prominent history: once the property of the Del Neros of Florence it’s been owned by the Torrigiani family since 1825 its fifty guest rooms and suites are filled with imposing architecture and perfectly proper furniture that all call to mind the historic Italian nobility and the olive groves covering the sprawling estate grounds set the perfect scene Book COMO Castello del Nero with The MICHELIN Guide → It’s a testament to what’s special about Tuscany that it’s still even possible to find a part of it that’s not saturated with tourism Perched on a hilltop surrounded by gently rolling hills the Castello di Vicarello is one of these places — an authentic 12th-century castle converted into a charming country house boutique by a couple of fashion types who moved down from Milan in search of the quiet life Book Castello di Vicarello with the MICHELIN Guide → the 14-room boutique hotel is only the keep to this Tuscan castle-on-a-hill — the castello is the headquarters of the working wine estate while the borgo is the boutique hotel that’s been fashioned from the adjoining village buildings If the property ended at the sandstone walls it would still be a must-visit for anyone passing through the countryside near Siena there’s also the small matter of a seven-thousand-acre vineyard Book Castello Banfi Wine Resort with The MICHELIN Guide → Not only are the Italians experts at living the good life they’re also quite well versed in extracting maximum luxury from relatively humble means Locanda al Colle is little more than a restored farmhouse in a village in coastal Tuscany whose nine rooms look out over forested hillsides through huge picture windows — but despite the lack of big-resort bells and whistles you’d be hard pressed to catch guests wishing for much more than this Book Locanda al Colle with The MICHELIN Guide → Locanda Rossa’s original structure has undergone a modern expansion Contemporary interiors meet farmhouse architecture in the rooms and suites if not for the half-timbered ceilings and the views of the farm could easily pass for modern urban apartments Then again those views of the olive groves not to mention the gardens and the pool deck are why you’re here and not in a modern urban apartment in the first place Book Locanda Rossa with the MICHELIN Guide  → Conti di San Bonifacio is a beautifully renovated seven-room farmhouse on a hill surrounded by several hundred acres of vineyards the hotelier’s work done and the guests lining up to take their heavy doses of endorphins Here amidst one of the world’s great concentrations of impossibly pleasurable hotels it takes something more — like bathrooms carved from marble and bedrooms draped in furs Book Conti di San Bonifacio with the MICHELIN Guide → Although the Tuscan farmhouse that Follonico’s owners have converted into this six-room bed-and-breakfast dates back to the ninth century any residual medieval gloom has long since been excised making room for contemporary minimalist décor and spacious rooms awash in natural light Surrounded by a Tuscan countryside of cypresses pastoral alternative to the vineyard boutiques and touristy guesthouses that dot the region Book Follonico Suite B&B with the MICHELIN Guide → The farmhouse charm is cranked up to eleven at Lupaia where a daily four-course dinner is made out of produce from the hotel’s own organic garden And it’s in plentiful supply in the rooms as well carefully adapted from five painstakingly renovated historical structures each of which is an architectural mosaic of Tuscan styles with contemporary comforts under centuries-old roof beams and rough-hewn textures alongside finely wrought furnishings Book Lupaia with The MICHELIN Guide → From listening bars to neighbourhood restaurants explore all the top recommendations from Chishuru’s Adejoké Bakare One of the most prominent chefs serving Indian cuisine talks India and his New York Update your must-visit list with The MICHELIN Guide’s new London restaurants the best hotel rooftops are a go-to when you touch down From Texas Barbecue to Mexico City's cutting-edge dining these new MICHELIN Guide hot spots promise unforgettable vacations and world-class cuisine These are the best lake vacations for a summer break from Lake Tahoe in the US to Lake Como in Switzerland and the MICHELIN-recommended restaurants and bolt holes to bed down in when you visit The MICHELIN Guide Inspectors have already added hundreds of hotels to the MICHELIN selection in 2025 we’re highlighting a special list of 10 that thrive in the sunny season where do fashion’s biggest names retreat for a bite and a bed We imagine the post-Gala sanctuaries of the chicest attendees From tartan fabrics and stag antler furnishings to rare Scotch whiskies and castle views you'll have no doubt which country you're in when staying at these Michelin-Key hotels Sustainability is more than a buzzword—it’s a core value embraced by some of North America’s most design-forward hotels explore some of its best MICHELIN Guide dining spots and uncover its hidden gems From exquisite cuisine to artisan treasures get to know the Tuscan city like a local with our handy guide for a curated taste of Florence’s finest Marseille is a crossroads of culture and cuisine shaped by 2,600 years of migration and maritime trade From its Greek founders to waves of immigrants 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I would like to receive Newsletter from MICHELIN Guide Save lists of your favorite restaurants & hotels two iconic hotel types gained distinction after distinction and can look like everything from a pristine Disney fairytale to Winterfell after the White Walkers the only consistency being that they were all once private residences the ones that have become hotels are quite a bit more livable than their medieval brethren and just as concerned with comfort and aesthetics as they once were with obstructing an onrushing army But there's nothing like the real thing \u2014 and in Tuscany you get all of the authenticity with none of the clich\u00e9.The appeal is understandable and Tuscany\u2019s top farmhouse hotels are happy to indulge your agrarian fantasies They\u2019ve replaced the roughest aspects of rural life with first-class service and amenities So, what kind of traveler are you? The one who revels in the sublime magnificence of a castle? Or in the simple charm of farmhouse? In the end, it comes down to personal preference. Maybe you already have your answer. If not, the hotels below \u2014 each a Key winner and among the best in its class \u2014 should help you make your choice It\u2019s a restoration that was rigorously historical where it could afford to be and yet wasn\u2019t afraid to take some very welcome liberties \u2014 the atmosphere is timeless Book Castello di Casole with The MICHELIN Guide \u2192 it\u2019s been owned by the Torrigiani family since 1825 Book COMO Castello del Nero with The MICHELIN Guide \u2192 It\u2019s a testament to what\u2019s special about Tuscany that it\u2019s still even possible to find a part of it that\u2019s not saturated with tourism the Castello di Vicarello is one of these places \u2014 an authentic 12th-century castle Book Castello di Vicarello with the MICHELIN Guide \u2192 the 14-room boutique hotel is only the keep to this Tuscan castle-on-a-hill \u2014 the castello is the headquarters of the working wine estate while the borgo is the boutique hotel that\u2019s been fashioned from the adjoining village buildings there\u2019s also the small matter of a seven-thousand-acre vineyard Book Castello Banfi Wine Resort with The MICHELIN Guide \u2192 they\u2019re also quite well versed in extracting maximum luxury from relatively humble means whose nine rooms look out over forested hillsides through huge picture windows \u2014 but despite the lack of big-resort bells and whistles you\u2019d be hard pressed to catch guests wishing for much more than this Book Locanda al Colle with The MICHELIN Guide \u2192 Locanda Rossa\u2019s original structure has undergone a modern expansion are why you\u2019re here and not in a modern urban apartment in the first place Book Locanda Rossa with the MICHELIN Guide  \u2192 the hotelier\u2019s work done and the guests lining up to take their heavy doses of endorphins Here amidst one of the world\u2019s great concentrations of impossibly pleasurable hotels it takes something more \u2014 like bathrooms carved from marble and bedrooms draped in furs Book Conti di San Bonifacio with the MICHELIN Guide \u2192 Although the Tuscan farmhouse that Follonico\u2019s owners have converted into this six-room bed-and-breakfast dates back to the ninth century making room for contemporary minimalist d\u00e9cor and spacious rooms awash in natural light Book Follonico Suite B&B with the MICHELIN Guide \u2192 where a daily four-course dinner is made out of produce from the hotel\u2019s own organic garden And it\u2019s in plentiful supply in the rooms as well Book Lupaia with The MICHELIN Guide \u2192 In the Florentian town of Tavernelle Val di Pesa, Italian luxury brand Furla’s new headquarters emerges as a striking black and white complex with strong industrial features. Completed by architecture studio GEZA and spanning 18,200 sqm ‘Furla Progetto Italia’ carefully embeds itself into the Tuscan landscape, ‘resulting in an environment celebrating individuals’ well-being in the workspace,’ writes the brand. Its three-part design composed of different shapes set at various altitudes is an unmissable sight from the nearby highway Explaining the decision behind the final layout GEZA co-founder Stefano Gri says: ‘the landscape […] sets out delineates and lays down the rules for the design and construction of the architectural volumes.’  given the headquarters’ richly green context GEZA couldn’t imagine coating the architecture in any other colors the rhythmic layout of white sun-shading louvers across the first volume creates a sense of lightness and immateriality amid the very tangible flora the black surfaces turn different shades once the sun shines uplifting the overall design with elegant chromatic contrasts.  all images © Fernando Guerra – FG+SG fotografia de arquitectura The ‘Furla Progetto Italia’ by GEZA (see more here) comprises three main blocks: one for offices, and two for laboratories and logistics, all designed to integrate into the landscape in the least invasive way. The main entrance, where the brand logo stands tall and proud recalls the Tuscan villa archetype with its ordered row of cypresses that welcomes visitors and defines the access path This rhythm repeats onto the facade of the buildings with black and white lamellas filtering natural light into the workspaces Complementing the fully opaque material is a generous distribution of glazing across all three blocks.  Thanks to a system of patios and green roofs installed atop the entrance block visitors and employees get to enjoy stunning views of the sceneries ahead while nature gently finds its way into the architecture.‘Building a large volume like this one that is so lightweight as to fit effortlessly with the sky because the building is really made out of sun-shading louvers and glass is to create a filter,’ comments GEZA’s second co-founder Piero Zucchi ‘Furla Progetto Italia’ reveals a striking black and white design even the construction guys or the person who works from the most stunning office literally any staff member can be enlighted by the view of the Chianti landscape that faces the building from any area of the building,’ he continues.  bold architectural movements set against the rural Tuscan landscape  white louvers oriented according to the sun direction  name: Furla Progetto Italia | The Creative Hub  client: FC Immobiliare Spa architecture: GEZA Architettura | @gezaarchitetti landscape architecture: LAND Italia system engineering: Consilium Servizi d’Ingegneria structural and construction supervision: Biagini – Bracciali Studio di Ingegneria acoustic consulting: Sacha Slim Bouhageb geology specialist: ProGeo Engineering srl photography: Fernando Guerra – FG+SG fotografia de arquitectura AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style Enrico Bellino embarked on a culinary journey that led him to prestigious Michelin-starred restaurants in Italy and Europe including Noma in Copenhagen and Aimsir in Ireland His experience at Terra the magic place in Val Sarentino Bellino took the helm at Osteria La Cerreta in Tuscany transforming it into a hub of experimental fine dining that explores Nordic culinary trends within an authentic Tuscan context His cuisine focuses on using products from the biodynamic farm La Cerreta to create dishes that embody the philosophy of an extremely short supply chain Bellino stands out for his expertise in fermentation key elements in creating dishes that enhance simplicity and the essence of ingredients With a culinary vision that emphasizes showcasing a single element per dish avoiding the use of products like foie gras and caviar His menu offers surprising and innovative pairings presenting the pure ingredient in various interpretations His cooking is an expression of respect for nature and biodiversity underscoring the importance of ethical and sustainable cuisine Do you want to discover the latest news and recipes of the most renowned chefs and restaurants in the world La nostra società utilizza inoltre cookie funzionali per registrare informazioni sulle scelte dell’utente e per consentire una personalizzazione del Sito; ad esempio Questi cookie possono essere installati dalla nostra società o da Terze parti In caso di disabilitazione di questi cookie la qualità e l’esperienza di navigazione potrebbe non essere soddisfacente Questi cookie sono installati da social media per consentire la condivisione dei contenuti del presente Sito Essi sono in grado di monitorare la navigazione compiuta anche in altri siti e creano un profilo dell’utente sulla base dei suoi interessi Ciò potrebbe avere un impatto sul contenuto e messaggi visualizzati sugli altri siti visitati non sarà possibile utilizzare o visualizzare questi strumenti di condivisione per l’installazione e l’uso di tali cookie occorre il consenso dell’utente Per maggiori informazioni consulta la pagna cookies policy This five-star luxury hotel in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa gives guests a unique connection to astronomy and science Lifestyle | Travel Sign up for the best picks from our travel I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice Head into the Tuscan city of Florence and yards from the bustling Ponte Vecchio you will find the Museo Galileo dedicated to the region’s seminal astronomer The middle finger of the city’s famous son can be found here - an ironic symbol of defiance for a man who spent much of his life under house arrest after being accused of heresy by the Roman Inquisition - while the rest of the polymath’s remains are entombed at the Basilica of Santa Croce a mile away next to other controversial luminaries Dante and Machiavelli the 16th century thinker has been called the father of modern science by everyone from Albert Einstein to Stephen Hawking And it is this connection to astronomy and science that a converted 12th-century castle in the Florentine hills is capitalising on Castello del Nero Hotel & Spa, a five-star luxury hotel in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa has joined forces with the Astronomical Observatory of Chianti to offer guests their own chance to explore the Milky Way and beyond David Lammy and Antony Blinken to visit Kyiv amid fears over Iran-Russia missile deal Best Photos of the Day from around the world Review: Legoland woodland village “it's like staying in toytown” Make education a priority with help from these acclaimed resources the observatory is an educational centre for schools as well as a functioning scientific hub: together with its high-powered telescopes the site is also an important geo-seismological observatory monitoring earthquake activity which regularly affects the region which sits in its own 300-hectare estate of gently rolling hills short-break package involving a three-night stay complete with a private four-course Michelin-starred dinner and paired wine tasting served by a dedicated waiter in the intimacy of the hotel’s Royal Suite as well as a celestial observation from its terrace with one of the observatory’s expert guides starlit heavens a marked contrast to the muddy yellow glow of London’s night sky - although travelling the 25 miles from Florence airport to the hotel costs a rather steep 90 Euros each way But the trip is worth it as you step into Galileo’s shoes gazing out into space - the castle’s restoration is a triumph There are 50 rooms - 32 of which are double rooms - in the main house and outbuildings a building behind the Castello was once used to store hay which has two deluxe suites There are four other suites including the Royal Galway Suite which has a frescoed living room with Tuscan columns at one end and a terrace that commands a panoramic view and can easily hold 40 people Each room feels unique and is impeccably decorated - overseen by Alain Mertens as well has having all the mod cons you would expect from a five-star hotel Such is the attention to detail that you can even chose from a “menu” of pillows for added comfort The hotel opened in 2006 after a five-year restoration project is currently renovating six 15th-17th century villas located within the estate’s rolling hills Many of the castle’s bedrooms have original frescoes brought back to life under the beady-eyed supervision of the Italian Fine Art Commission and there are little decorative reminders throughout the hotel of the original noblemen owners The hotel’s gated cellar holds wine produced from the estate itself and can even double as a private dining room while the ESPA spa is an excellent way to unwind if you decide to brave the hustle and bustle of Florence or Siena using the hotel’s courtesy shuttle - a much-needed service given the extortionate costs of taxis a tranquillity lounge and a fitness suite as well as 10 treatment rooms As well as access to the spa and other facilities the astronomical package also includes a daily buffet breakfast in the hotel’s La Torre Restaurant The Michelin-starred La Torre looks and feels very impressive It boasts mouthwatering dishes such as wild boar ravioli And far be it from me to disagree with the exalted Michelin Guide (and running the risk of sounding a bit Gregg Wallace) but our dinner was It was also the fastest fine dining experience of my life with dishes whisked away in the blink of an eye and following courses landing within seconds typical of American dining traditions where casual lingering between courses is to be avoided which is situated in the castle’s former kitchens and features more local dishes But even here the prices are not particularly reflective of the more informal setting with a child’s bowl of pasta costing an eye-watering 22 Euros and a can of coke setting you back a further eight Euros the hotel also offers local excursions including guided tours in intimate convoys of classic Fiat 500s or Vespa scooters and tuk-tuk tours in which guests are chauffeur-driven to Chianti vineyards where they can sample the finest wines of the region Castello del Nero. 7, Strada Spicciano 50028, Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, Italy. (+39 055 806470; castellodelnero.com) Double rooms start at 344 Euros (£298) excluding breakfast Prices for the astronomical package start from 5,199 Euros (£4,512) based on two people sharing the Royal Suite The package must be booked at least 15 days prior arrival British Airways flies once daily from London City to Florence with prices starting at £145.70 return including all taxes and fees Prince Louis steals the show at VE Day parade as he keeps dad William looking sharp and mimics brother George Prince Louis steals show with sweet antics at VE parade VE Day 2025 fashion: best looks from the day VE Day 2025 fashion: Princess of Wales to Lady Victoria Starmer Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in major blow for Putin ahead of Victory Day celebrations Ukraine 'launches stunning Kursk offensive' in blow for Putin UK tourists face major travel shake-up as Dubai airport set to close Royals watch historic flypast as huge crowds turns out for VE Day 80th anniversary  Royals watch historic Red Arrows flypast for VE Day 80th anniversary VE Day veteran recalls bumping into his father during Normandy invasion Threads of Desire by Bianca Di Marco is a beautiful film that shows Bettina a lonely sheep farmer in an Italian countryside town She watches as a woman leaves an upscale clothing store only to drop her dress as she gets into a car that drives away The town believes the dress was stolen and police begin an investigation forcing Bettini to choose between following her conscience or her fantasy of owning a beautiful gown We reached out to Bianca Di Marco to learn more about the film Your website says you grew up in the Italian countryside Was "Threads of Desire" shot near where you were located I spent most of my life living in Florence My mom and I moved around a lot so I got to live in different parts of the Tuscan countryside and I got to do a lot of exploring with my dogs Threads of Desire was shot not far from where I used to live The town where it was filmed was Tavarnelle Val di Pesa the town where one of my best friends lives and where I spent a good amount of time I liked how you establish Bettini in the first minute as someone who seems to have a hard life  Is one of the biggest challenges of a short narrative film to create an identity for the characters in a brief period of time I think that with short films one of the hardest things to do is to create a convincing world where you present your characters’ objectives and push them against a main conflict you don’t have much time and you have to get to the point fast and I find it more convincing to show who your characters are through their actions and the world you place them in (amongst other things) create the backstory necessary for a viewer to understand who your character is and what they want Or at least this is what I learned while making short films in the last couple of years You reveal so much with simple gestures like Bettini putting on the dress but then realizing the dirt and shape of her nails does not match the picture  Do you think lives can be changed - maybe even saved - by simple moments like these There is a lot that can be felt with simple gestures the dirt under her fingernails is a reminder that the dress doesn’t belong in her world She tries to scrub it off in an attempt to fit in and sometimes something as small and seemingly insignificant as cleaning your nails or putting on a nice piece of clothing can elevate how we feel about ourselves I know from seeing my grandmother over the years someone who spent a big part of her youth working as a farmer how a beautiful dress made her feel valued and beautiful but in regards to how she felt about herself: strong What is the most difficult aspect of creating a short film?There are a lot of things that make a short film difficult to make Primarily I would say that funding a short is the first obstacle There are not many avenues to get a short film funded and the grants that are available receive thousands of applications you have to put in savings and charge your credit cards just to get your film shot and then there is post-production which has many highly technical processes which are difficult to get in in-kind services Making films is expensive and you need a team to fill the many roles necessary to even shoot them I was very lucky because I had a wonderful cast and crew who really put their hearts and souls into this project It made every obstacle we had easier to overcome you made Threads of Desire as part of your graduate film program at NYU is there a plan for the film after its festival run Are you trying to get it on streaming services or television We’re just starting our festival run with the film and we’re extremely excited to get it out in front of an audience It’s a great honor to be able to share this little film with people around the country and hopefully around the world This is one of the reasons I want to keep making films Although Threads of Desire was made as part of the NYU - Tisch School of the Arts - Graduate film curriculum it would be great to have it on a streamer or on television We’re open to any possibility and excited about where it can take us Articolo disponibile anche in: Inglese Aperture commerciali straordinarie e opportunità gastronomiche di qualità per le vie del centro storico di Tavarnelle Con oltre venti anni all’attivo torna l’appuntamento notturno con lo shopping dell’estate di Barberino Tavarnelle Il cartellone dei martedì sera è un’occasione di accoglienza valorizzazione e fruizione del tessuto economico e culinario che prende vita tra le vie e le piazze del paese chiantigiano Una ricca e partecipata edizione by night che si illumina da martedì 15 giugno con il calar del sole per offrire a cittadini e visitatori la possibilità di vivere il centro storico sotto il cielo stellato Luci scintillanti alle vetrine e lumi di candela sui tavoli all’aperto accendono l’estate di acquisti e sapori complici la Pro Loco e il centro commerciale naturale Di Bottega in Bottega di Tavarnelle che propone l’apertura straordinaria dei negozi dalle ore 19 alle ore 23 L’evento è abbinato al buon cibo con la possibilità di degustare la bistecca in piazza Le aperture dei negozi interessano via Roma L’iniziativa è promossa dalla Pro Loco di Tavarnelle il webmagazine del territorio del Chianti Classico WeChianti è un webmagazine quotidiano edito dalla società editrice chiantigiana ComuniChianti S.r.l., che edita anche i quotidiani on line Il Gazzettino del Chianti e delle colline Fiorentine e SportChianti storie dai comuni del territorio storico del Gallo Nero raccontate da giornalisti che vivono e lavorano nel Chianti (Registro Operatori della Comunicazione) n° 22870 – Registrazione Tribunale di Firenze n° 6058 del 6 luglio 2017 – Copyright 2012 © ComuniChianti s.r.l capitale sociale Euro 4.000 interamente versato – Codice fiscale/P.Iva 06295380486 iscrizione al Registro Imprese di Firenze n° 06295380486 Tutti i diritti sono riservati Articolo disponibile anche in: Inglese Arrivarono nel Chianti nella torrida estate del 1944 con bombardamenti aerei ed eccidi di civili da parte dei soldati nazisti in ritirata (primo fra tutti quello di Pratale a Tavarnelle): i liberatori qui avevano le divise dell’esercito neozelandese che se ne è andato in silenzio nella sua casa di Auckland nella notte del 3 luglio all’età di 95 anni la comunità di Tavarnelle e i soldati neozelandesi giunti con coraggio e determinazione dall’altro capo del mondo sacrificarono se stessi in nome dei propri valori ed ideali in favore della vita di migliaia di civili adulti stretti nella morsa dell’oppressione nazifascista Jack Cummins è stato uno di quei soldati e testimoni di guerra che ha combattuto per la libertà e la democrazia delle famiglie chiantigiane ha aiutato l’Italia a ricomporre la propria storia a riscrivere un capitolo che in molti ignoravano Le terre del Chianti non sono state liberate dagli americani convinzione diffusa tra le persone fino a circa un decennio fa Cummins ha partecipato alla Liberazione del territorio ed è stato uno dei testimoni diretti della battaglia della Romola e dell’esplosione della casa nel centro del paese minata dai tedeschi a causa della quale quale morirono dieci soldati neozelandesi E’ quanto lui stesso racconta nella testimonianza riportata nel volume “21 luglio – 4 agosto 1944 I Giorni della Liberazione – le truppe neozelandesi da San Donato alle porte di Firenze” Ha ricoperto anche l’incarico di presidente della sezione di Chistchurch dell’Associazione Italy Star Tanti gli incontri istituzionali e pubblici legati anche alle scuole e alla presentazione del volume storico alla delegazione di veterani e storici venuti nel Chianti Settantatrè anni fa proprio il 21 luglio i soldati neozelandesi arrivarono in Chianti combatterono durissime battaglie per ben due settimane per liberare questo territorio 250 morirono e circa 1.000 rimasero feriti va la riconoscenza di tutti i chiantigiani Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications A man from Wiltshire made the 1,098 mile journey to Tuscany on Sunday to watch Italian minnows San Donato Tavarnelle after he discovered the club on Football Manager has taken one of Italy's smallest professional clubs from Serie C – Italy's third division – to the heights of Champions League football in the virtual world He first got in touch with San Donato Tavarnelle on Instagram in November to ask whether it was possible to buy a replica shirt And both parties kept in touch before Jedd decided to visit the rural area of Tavarnelle Val di Pesa with his pregnant wife to attend their Serie C clash against Siena the couple eventually made an appearance at the 4,500 capacity 'Brilli Peri' stadium in Montevarchi where they bumped into a host of familiar faces [well The 28-year-old met president Andrea Bacci and honorary president Fabrizio Fusi before posing for a picture with coaching staff members Marco Ghizzani and Daniele Buzzegoli He also got a snap with 'machine gun' Edoardo Marzierli and Leonardo Ubaldi two of his favorite players from the San Donato team the home side could only pick up a 1-1 draw against Siena but for Jedd I took San Donato Tavarnelle because they wear the same colours as the amateur club where I play Dilton Marsh Wanderers,” Cooley told Cronache di Spogliatoio "I went on with the seasons and now I’m in 2036 and I’ve won everything.” Going to visit the team you play with on Football Manager has become somewhat of a trend in recent weeks made the 2,600-mile journey to south-west Iceland with his wife and young daughter in March so he could watch Icelandic second division club Grindavík James has enjoyed a trophy-laden spell with the Lengjudeildin side on FM after his wife picked the club at random when the game was released "For the last few years I have been falling out of interest with all things Premier League as the money has gotten more and more outrageous and the characters that we used to have in the game seem to have disappeared," James tells SPORTbible "When I play Football Manager I prefer to be a random lower league team I usually pass the laptop to my wife for her to pick a team for me to make the team choice especially unusual and she chose Grindavik "My plan was just to turn up and have a wander around the ground and see if anyone was there I did message in the morning before going just on the off chance that someone might be there to show me around." Topics: Italy, Football Manager Jack is a Senior Journalist who enjoys a long read He has an encyclopedic knowledge of Football Manager wonderkids from 2005 to the present day and has interviewed a handful of FM's finest Articolo disponibile anche in: Inglese fra i tanti salumi toscani (e chiantigiani) spesso tendiamo a dimenticarci di un prodotto unico È il Lonzino: e ce lo facciamo raccontare dalla Macelleria Francini alla Sambuca (Tavarnelle) La “ricetta”: il Lonzino “nasce” dalla parte senza filetto dell’arista di maiale: deve essere bel pulito e molto magro Si parte da suini rigorosamente toscani: il pezzo di maiale ricavato viene messo in una vasca sotto sale grosso solo 3 giorni mentre in passato ci stava anche 15 In un mortaio si pesta una crema fatta di aglio Poi si cosparge con pepe e finocchietto selvatico in polvere Viene coperto con una carta traspirante e trasparente sopra la tipica carta gialla da macelleria e viene legato (molto stretto) con uno spago Si appende così a stagionare: si può iniziare a consumarlo dopo trenta giorni La Macelleria Francini nasce nel 1968 con Ilvo Francini Nel 1971 apre la seconda bottega a Tavarnelle; nel 1980 la terza alla Sambuca Per lunghi anni (30) la famiglia Francini ha gestito tutte e tre le macellerie che a Sambuca ha unito all’arte della macelleria e della norcineria anche quella dell’accoglienza e del consumo sul posto dei prodotti Articolo disponibile anche in: Inglese Sono iniziati alla grande i “famosi” martedì sera di Tavarnelle organizzati dal Centro Commerciale Naturale “Di Bottega in Bottega” insieme alla Pro Loco tavarnellina: con mercati Tutti i martedì dalle 19 in poi il centro storico (via Roma piazza Vecchia) vengono chiuse al traffico e diventano luogo di incontro Questi gli eventi in vista fino alla metà di agosto Martedì 28 giugno “Serata degli Artisti” Martedì 5 luglio “Serata Vacanze” Flamenco e… le proposte culinarie spagnole: Tango Argentino con un fantastico Asado e Chimichurri si può scegliere dove andare in vacanza… nel cuore di Tavarnelle live show con “comicità paesana” e Dj set con buona musica Martedì 26 luglio  “Birra a fiumi” gruppo musicale di Wiesbaden musica paneoropea in allegria e per le vie birra per tutti Martedì 2 agosto “Street Food” cibi di strada preparati dai negozi e ristoranti di Tavarnelle Infine il 10 agosto (eccezionalmente di mercoledì) degustazione dei vini delle eccellenze locali sotto il cielo stellato della notte di San Lorenzo Musica e Grigliate per festeggiare l’estate