Tuscan Guru
Another night, another meal to prepare. Yet, even a chef like me needs to break free from the kitchen from time to time. No problem, Tuscany is one of the best places in Italy for dining out. But where should you go? Here are some of my favourite places to eat … Ristorante Cateni Via…
“Mess, don’t press!” Simone, chef-owner of the Ristorante Malborghetto, is showing me how to make a ragù. “This way we mix all the flavours – and we don’t burn the pan,” he smiles. He’s right. Although we cook the meaty stew for more than two hours, a little gentle coaxing with the spoon and a…
Tuscany is food heaven. Crostini, fennel salami, bistecca alla Fiorentina, fish stew and chestnut cake – these are just some of the tempting local delights that await you. Then there are the wines: luscious Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino and the sweet Vin Santo, which is best served with biscotti. Go straight to the source…