The Zuppa Inglese (English soup) is a soft spoon dessert prepared with layers of ladyfingers soaked in liqueur (traditionally Alkermes), alternated with custard and cocoa cream Continue reading Italian Pudding Dessert Recipe: Zuppa Inglese
Organising a menu has always been considered an orchestration, and at Toscana Mia, every day is a different menu Continue reading Italian Menu Ideas
Looking for a place where to stay in Tuscany and interested in having more real contact, do not be concerned about booking in places “where you meet locals”.Here you meet locals, anyway. Continue reading Where to stay in Tuscany
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?
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 meals are divided in traditional Courses,which are well known by Italians but not so common in other countries. Continue reading Italian Meal Structure
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
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
The candied orange peel are perfect to be served or given as a Holiday gift. Continue reading How to Make Candied Orange Peel
A pumkin braid bread is perfect to be served savory or sweet. Continue reading Pumpkin Braid Bread
