What to cook with zucchini/courgettes?
A very traditional Tuscan recipe with zucchini, courgettes from the Tuscan town of Lucca very successful with students at Toscana Mia Cooking School Continue reading What to cook with zucchini/courgettes?
Castagnaccio-Chestnut Flour Cake
Castagnaccio is a typical Italian chestnut flour cake with some differences depending on the region of origin but always so good. Continue reading Castagnaccio-Chestnut Flour Cake
Travellers & Locals
The easiest way to meet locals is to travel somewhere where you already have a connection. and at Toscana Mia we would love to be your connection in Tuscany. Continue reading Travellers & Locals
Italian Meal Structure
Italian meals are divided in traditional Courses,which are well known by Italians but not so common in other countries. Continue reading Italian Meal Structure
Traditional Mushroom Sauce
The traditional Mushroom Sauce is mainly used for dressing a pasta dish but can be perfect for a meat dish or crostini. Continue reading Traditional Mushroom Sauce
How Italians eat Every Day
The typical organization of meals in everyday Italian life is simple but fundamental and needs to be known. Continue reading How Italians eat Every Day
How to Make the Best Mushroom Risotto
The preparation of a good risotto takes time,it’s slow cooking and a long stirring but at the end you get one of the best comfort food . Continue reading How to Make the Best Mushroom Risotto
Authentic Italian Recipes’Measures
We suggest to use metric system to cook traditional Italian recipes . Continue reading Authentic Italian Recipes’Measures
Mandarins’Marmelade
The mandarin marmalade is really fabulous if you love citrus scent. For the preparation of the mandarin marmalade you will have to use some fruits not chemically treated because they are used in full with the whole peel. 1,5 kg of mandarins 600 grams of sugar 1 pinch of cinnamon(if you like it) Remove the peduncle from the mandarins and wash them well under running … Continue reading Mandarins’Marmelade
Traditional Tuscan Beans in Fiasco
One of the most peculiar and traditional Tuscan way to cook beans is Fagioli al Fiasco.An experience for the taste but also for the eyes. Continue reading Traditional Tuscan Beans in Fiasco
