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Walk and Wine in Tuscany – Il Palazzone

by chefbikeski Posted on January 19, 2019

Our final – and often most loved – winery tour and tasting on our walking and cycling tours in Tuscany is Il Palazzone, a producer just outside Montalcino. Not only do we taste amazing Brunello and other wines, but our … Continue reading →

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Brasato di Coda di Bue al Barbera – Braised Oxtail in Barbera

by chefbikeski Posted on January 6, 2019

Here’s a dish we see no matter where in Italy our Italiaoutdoors private tours take us – braised beef with Brunello in Tuscany, braised beef with Amarone in the Veneto, and braised in Barolo in Piedmont. A perfect dish for … Continue reading →

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The History of Brunello di Montalcino – Walk and Wine with Italiaoutdoors

by chefbikeski Posted on December 10, 2018

  Immersing ourselves in Italy’s best wine regions, as we do on our Italiaoutdoors Walk and Wine tours, involves discovering these wines from many perspectives – the terroir, the local history and culture, the producers and , of course, a … Continue reading →

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Sbrisolona – Crumbly Cake from Mantova

by chefbikeski Posted on December 2, 2018

This fall we led a private group cycling tour through the Amarone and Valpolicellla wine areas, south through lovely Borghetto sul Mincio, ending the week in magnificent Mantova, one of the most picturesque cities in Italy. We enjoyed a week … Continue reading →

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Focaccia con Zucca e Salvia – Pumpkin and Sage Focaccia

by chefbikeski Posted on November 11, 2018

Who doesn’t love focaccia? A leavened flat bread with seemingly unlimited variations, everyone can find a favorite. This version, topped with squash or pumpkin and sage is perfect for an autumn dinner, or to bring a bit of Italy to … Continue reading →

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