Thank you so much for joining me this episode. Lots to share this week, including a delicious simple pasta al pomodoro recipe with homegrown tomatoes; progress on the bathroom and kitchen renovations; starting the building of the swimming pool and restori...

This episode I'm taking you to the villa of Volmiano where the historic Gondi family produce award-winning olive oil. You can find their olive oil and wine tastings in Florence, as well as other information on the experiences they offer tourists on vacati...

This episode I speak with my friend Giovanni Mazzei, whose family have been making wine in Tuscany for centuries. When friends rent a car in Florence and want to see the beauty of the countryside of Tuscany, I often recommend they visit Fonterutoli, where...