If us Tuscans have a superpower, it would be the ability to turn anything, even the cheapest and least loved ingredient into a masterpiece. Need some proof? Just look at the street food that has captured the heart of Florence. At first sight it doesn't look like much: cow entrails in a simple panino, not particularly appealing. Try asking Fiorentini what they think about it and prepare to be overwhelmed by their love. They adore their poor man's meat, enough that people consider it the unofficial symbol of the city. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you back to Florence to tell you the story of the lampredotto, the street food you absolutely need to try.If you listen to the entire episode you will learn how this great panino was born, how Florentines learned how to turn these low quality leftovers into the perfect to-go food and how it needed German bread to become really special. On top of that, we will tell you the three places where you can get a perfect lampredotto next time you're in town. Until you get to Florence, you can use our proven recipe to cook it yourself. It won't be as good as the real deal but it's still pretty good.When we're not swamped with work or other chores, we post quite regularly on Twitter. That's the best way to keep in touch and learn a lot of quick travel tips to help you plan your next visit. If you follow us there, we will be soon providing extra content. You can also have your say on the future of this podcast. Drop by, we'd love to know you!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://magazine.lorenzovinci.it/recipe/lampredotto-di-firenze-cose-calorie-ricetta-e-storia/http://www.festadellampredotto.it/2019/08/09/origini-del-lampredotto/https://www.toctocfirenze.it/cultura-fiorentina-storia-lampredotto/https://www.iltrippudio.it/storie-di-trippa/storia-del-lampredotto/https://aaaaccademiaaffamatiaffannati.blogspot.com/2015/02/lampredotto.htmlhttps://www.vice.com/it/article/4awyk9/lampredotto-piu-antico-firenzehttps://www.vice.com/it/article/qjddqv/migliori-lampredotti-firenzeBACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Romos - HeliosCatmosphere - Candy-Coloured SkyIncompetech - Leopard Print ElevatorCityfires - Blood Problems (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helioshttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-skyhttps://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfireshttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

If us Tuscans have a superpower, it would be the ability to turn anything, even the cheapest and least loved ingredient into a masterpiece. Need some proof? Just look at the street food that has captured the heart of Florence. At first sight it doesn't look like much: cow entrails in a simple panino, not particularly appealing. Try asking Fiorentini what they think about it and prepare to be overwhelmed by their love. They adore their poor man's meat, enough that people consider it the unofficial symbol of the city. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you back to Florence to tell you the story of the lampredotto, the street food you absolutely need to try. If you listen to the entire episode you will learn how this great panino was born, how Florentines learned how to turn these low quality leftovers into the perfect to-go food and how it needed German bread to become really special. On top of that, we will tell you the three places where you can get a perfect lampredotto next time you're in town. Until you get to Florence, you can use our proven recipe to cook it yourself. It won't be as good as the real deal but it's still pretty good. When we're not swamped with work or other chores, we post quite regularly on Twitter. That's the best way to keep in touch and learn a lot of quick travel tips to help you plan your next visit. If you follow us there, we will be soon providing extra content. You can also have your say on the future of this podcast. Drop by, we'd love to know you! Email: podcast@larno.it Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://magazine.lorenzovinci.it/recipe/lampredotto-di-firenze-cose-calorie-ricetta-e-storia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://magazine.lorenzovinci.it/recipe/lampredotto-di-firenze-cose-calorie-ricetta-e-storia/</a> <a href="http://www.festadellampredotto.it/2019/08/09/origini-del-lampredotto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.festadellampredotto.it/2019/08/09/origini-del-lampredotto/</a> <a href="https://www.toctocfirenze.it/cultura-fiorentina-storia-lampredotto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.toctocfirenze.it/cultura-fiorentina-storia-lampredotto/</a> <a href="https://www.iltrippudio.it/storie-di-trippa/storia-del-lampredotto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.iltrippudio.it/storie-di-trippa/storia-del-lampredotto/</a> <a href="https://aaaaccademiaaffamatiaffannati.blogspot.com/2015/02/lampredotto.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://aaaaccademiaaffamatiaffannati.blogspot.com/2015/02/lampredotto.html</a> <a href="https://www.vice.com/it/article/4awyk9/lampredotto-piu-antico-firenze" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.vice.com/it/article/4awyk9/lampredotto-piu-antico-firenze</a> <a href="https://www.vice.com/it/article/qjddqv/migliori-lampredotti-firenze" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.vice.com/it/article/qjddqv/migliori-lampredotti-firenze</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Romos - Helios Catmosphere - Candy-Coloured Sky Incompetech - Leopard Print Elevator Cityfires - Blood Problems (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helios" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helios</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-sky" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-sky</a> <a href="https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfires" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfires</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

The Florence street food you cannot miss - Ep. 115

New year, new life or so the saying goes. Rather than trying something new, we have decided to go back to our roots and tell you everything there is to know about hidden corners of our homeland through the stories behind their most remarkable products. This week we'll tell you the tale of how an obscure specialty food considered good only for quarrymen and labourers became the toast of Michelin-starred chefs in just 20 years. All it took to make it rise from a small village above Carrara was EU bureaucracy madness and a media controversy.This week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to Colonnata to learn everything there is to know about the amazing lardo, the best charcuterie you'll ever eat in your life. From the humble origins to the strict protocols the producers have to follow in order to use the quality mark that sets it apart from the many imitators. If you listen to the full episode you will also learn how it's produced, the best ways to use this amazing affettato in your recipes and much more. We will also walk you through the picturesque village where it was born telling you where to go to have the best panino in Tuscany and some great food. It's not easy to get there but a trip to Colonnata will definitely make your day!If you want to know more about us, we post several times a day on Twitter. We talk about Tuscany, obviously, but also more personal stuff. It takes 5 seconds to follow us and you'll have a chance to let you know what you think of our episodes or what should we cover next. We'd love to get to know you. Extra content may be upcoming soon :-)Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.acinoparlante.it/articoli/441/lardo-di-colonnata-igp-storia-caratteristiche-ricette.htmlhttps://www.lacucinaitaliana.it/storie/piatti-tipici/fausto-guadagni-lardo-colonnata/https://www.visittuscany.com/it/idee/loro-bianco-di-colonnata-viaggio-tra-lardo-e-cave-di-marmo/https://coccoontheroad.net/colonnata-toscana-lardo-cosa-vedere/http://www.salviarosmarino.com/ospiti/il-lardo-di-colonnatahttps://www.authentico-ita.org/5-incredibili-cose-che-non-sapevi-sul-lardo-di-colonnata/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Tavs - ControlPrezzur - Midnight MoonlightHinkik - SkystrikePipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental)WUFO - Hyde ParkWayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/tavs-controlhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/prezzur-midnight-moonlighthttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/hinkik-skystrikehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/wufo-hyde-parkhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

New year, new life or so the saying goes. Rather than trying something new, we have decided to go back to our roots and tell you everything there is to know about hidden corners of our homeland through the stories behind their most remarkable products. This week we'll tell you the tale of how an obscure specialty food considered good only for quarrymen and labourers became the toast of Michelin-starred chefs in just 20 years. All it took to make it rise from a small village above Carrara was EU bureaucracy madness and a media controversy. This week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to Colonnata to learn everything there is to know about the amazing lardo, the best charcuterie you'll ever eat in your life. From the humble origins to the strict protocols the producers have to follow in order to use the quality mark that sets it apart from the many imitators. If you listen to the full episode you will also learn how it's produced, the best ways to use this amazing affettato in your recipes and much more. We will also walk you through the picturesque village where it was born telling you where to go to have the best panino in Tuscany and some great food. It's not easy to get there but a trip to Colonnata will definitely make your day! If you want to know more about us, we post several times a day on Twitter. We talk about Tuscany, obviously, but also more personal stuff. It takes 5 seconds to follow us and you'll have a chance to let you know what you think of our episodes or what should we cover next. We'd love to get to know you. Extra content may be upcoming soon :-) Email: podcast@larno.it Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.acinoparlante.it/articoli/441/lardo-di-colonnata-igp-storia-caratteristiche-ricette.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.acinoparlante.it/articoli/441/lardo-di-colonnata-igp-storia-caratteristiche-ricette.html</a> <a href="https://www.lacucinaitaliana.it/storie/piatti-tipici/fausto-guadagni-lardo-colonnata/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lacucinaitaliana.it/storie/piatti-tipici/fausto-guadagni-lardo-colonnata/</a> <a href="https://www.visittuscany.com/it/idee/loro-bianco-di-colonnata-viaggio-tra-lardo-e-cave-di-marmo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.visittuscany.com/it/idee/loro-bianco-di-colonnata-viaggio-tra-lardo-e-cave-di-marmo/</a> <a href="https://coccoontheroad.net/colonnata-toscana-lardo-cosa-vedere/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://coccoontheroad.net/colonnata-toscana-lardo-cosa-vedere/</a> <a href="http://www.salviarosmarino.com/ospiti/il-lardo-di-colonnata" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.salviarosmarino.com/ospiti/il-lardo-di-colonnata</a> <a href="https://www.authentico-ita.org/5-incredibili-cose-che-non-sapevi-sul-lardo-di-colonnata/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.authentico-ita.org/5-incredibili-cose-che-non-sapevi-sul-lardo-di-colonnata/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Tavs - Control Prezzur - Midnight Moonlight Hinkik - Skystrike Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental) WUFO - Hyde Park Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/tavs-control" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/tavs-control</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/prezzur-midnight-moonlight" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/prezzur-midnight-moonlight</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/hinkik-skystrike" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/hinkik-skystrike</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/wufo-hyde-park" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/wufo-hyde-park</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Colonnata, the town that lard made - Ep. 114

Many foreigners aren't aware of the fact that Tuscans have quite the reputation of being merciless prankers and, occasionally, a bit of a jerk. While untrue, it's undeniable that we have a penchant for making fun of everyone and everything all the time. That's why you expect all sorts of shenanigans from us lot. We definitely love to have a laugh but sometimes it comes with the best of intentions.Take for example the case of a very merry bunch of pranksters that back in 2007 decided to marry their two greatest passions: Santa Claus and helping others. In these 15 years this highly creative charity has gone from strength to strength, doing a lot of good to a lot of people while never taking itself too seriously.In order to close the year on a positive note, this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to Florence to meet the merry pranksters of the Santa Claus' Company, the funniest charity in Tuscany. If you listen to the entire episode you will know about this charity started out as a bit of a laugh, how their ambition and skills grew with time and what makes them so different from the other charities. To sum things up, a historical note on another ancient charity that has shaped this land, the Misericordia, which to this day has thousands of volunteers helping others all over this region.When we're not busy researching, writing or editing the podcast, we share a lot of Tuscany related stuff on our Twitter account. Follow us at @WhatsUpTuscany, it's the best way to get the most of this podcast and take a front seat on how it develops. We'd be glad to meet you!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://lacompagniadibabbonatale.it/https://www.ioamofirenze.it/la-compagnia-dei-babbi-natale/https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2022/12/12/news/al_maggio_successo_della_compagnia_di_babbi_natale-378739226/https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2022/12/20/news/firenze_piagge_compagnia_babbo_natale_regali_roberto_giacinti-379974216/https://lacompagniadibabbonatale.it/progetti-di-sostegno/https://www.misericordie.it/chi-siamohttps://www.misericordie.it/storiaBACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Catmosphere - Candy-Coloured Sky (Instrumental)Romos - Helios (Instrumental)A Himitsu - Icy Vindur (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - WaitingWayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-skyhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helioshttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-icy-vindurhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

Many foreigners aren't aware of the fact that Tuscans have quite the reputation of being merciless prankers and, occasionally, a bit of a jerk. While untrue, it's undeniable that we have a penchant for making fun of everyone and everything all the time. That's why you expect all sorts of shenanigans from us lot. We definitely love to have a laugh but sometimes it comes with the best of intentions. Take for example the case of a very merry bunch of pranksters that back in 2007 decided to marry their two greatest passions: Santa Claus and helping others. In these 15 years this highly creative charity has gone from strength to strength, doing a lot of good to a lot of people while never taking itself too seriously. In order to close the year on a positive note, this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to Florence to meet the merry pranksters of the Santa Claus' Company, the funniest charity in Tuscany. If you listen to the entire episode you will know about this charity started out as a bit of a laugh, how their ambition and skills grew with time and what makes them so different from the other charities. To sum things up, a historical note on another ancient charity that has shaped this land, the Misericordia, which to this day has thousands of volunteers helping others all over this region. When we're not busy researching, writing or editing the podcast, we share a lot of Tuscany related stuff on our Twitter account. Follow us at @WhatsUpTuscany, it's the best way to get the most of this podcast and take a front seat on how it develops. We'd be glad to meet you! Email: podcast@larno.it Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://lacompagniadibabbonatale.it/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://lacompagniadibabbonatale.it/</a> <a href="https://www.ioamofirenze.it/la-compagnia-dei-babbi-natale/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ioamofirenze.it/la-compagnia-dei-babbi-natale/</a> <a href="https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2022/12/12/news/al_maggio_successo_della_compagnia_di_babbi_natale-378739226/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2022/12/12/news/al_maggio_successo_della_compagnia_di_babbi_natale-378739226/</a> <a href="https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2022/12/20/news/firenze_piagge_compagnia_babbo_natale_regali_roberto_giacinti-379974216/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2022/12/20/news/firenze_piagge_compagnia_babbo_natale_regali_roberto_giacinti-379974216/</a> <a href="https://lacompagniadibabbonatale.it/progetti-di-sostegno/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://lacompagniadibabbonatale.it/progetti-di-sostegno/</a> <a href="https://www.misericordie.it/chi-siamo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.misericordie.it/chi-siamo</a> <a href="https://www.misericordie.it/storia" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.misericordie.it/storia</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Catmosphere - Candy-Coloured Sky (Instrumental) Romos - Helios (Instrumental) A Himitsu - Icy Vindur (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Waiting Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-sky" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-sky</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helios" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helios</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-icy-vindur" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-icy-vindur</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Santa’s jolly helpers, Florence style - Ep. 113

As everything around this time of year seems to revolve around stuff you either drink or eat, we have decided to suspend our regularly scheduled programme to offer you a small Christmas gift from your friends at What's Up Tuscany. Given that not everyone received a plane ticket to Pisa from Santa and that we have nowhere near the wealth needed to invite you all to our house, we have come up with the next best thing.If you listen to the entire episode, you will have everything you need in order to recreate the best Christmas or New Year's meal EVER, 100% original Tuscan style. While we may very well not be Michelin starred chefs, Tuscan cuisine never cared much about them. It's all about the heart you pour into your dishes and how much you respect our traditions. As we're talking about a festive meal, we haven't scrimped on anything. You will find a starter, a pasta dish, a meat course, a vegetable side dish and, of course, some great dessert. From detailed instructions to little tricks of the trade, now you have everything you need to satisfy that little craving for some Tuscan flavour.It is not just a random selection of this land's favourite dishes, it is quite personal. It's what we would like to have on our table when Christmas Day comes, what we dreamed of when we were living very far away from our homeland. In our perfect menu there's a bit of everything: from the best crostini you will ever eat to one of Tuscany's best pasta ripiena, to the venison good enough to sustain a 40 years old festival to the richest vegetable dish you've ever seen to a detailed guide on how to bake yourself Tuscany's most favourite cookie.In fact, we're so sure about these recipes that they come with our personal guarantee. You can't ask for much more than that :-)While we appreciate everyone listening from all over the world, we would really love to know you better. That's why we have finally decided to spend a bit more time and effort on our Twitter account. We post multiple times a day on everything Tuscany related: from pictures of our land to travel tips, bars and restaurants locals swear by, practical advice to quirky stuff like a guide on the most useful Tuscan idioms you need to survive this land. You can find us at @Whatsuptuscany, we can't wait to meet you all.Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.itstuscany.com/it/ricetta-dei-tordelli-della-versilia/https://it.julskitchen.com/toscana/la-cucina-di-nonna-menna-i-crostini-di-milzahttps://ricetta.it/sformato-di-cardihttps://valdichianaeating.shop/cucina-toscana/i-dolci-della-tradizione-natalizia-in-valdichiana-senes/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)WUFO - Hyde Park (Instrumental)Inova - Seamonster (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Pick You Up (Instrumental)Inova - Paradise (Instrumental)Render - Prism (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/wufo-hyde-parkhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-seamonsterhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-paradisehttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/render-prismhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

As everything around this time of year seems to revolve around stuff you either drink or eat, we have decided to suspend our regularly scheduled programme to offer you a small Christmas gift from your friends at What's Up Tuscany. Given that not everyone received a plane ticket to Pisa from Santa and that we have nowhere near the wealth needed to invite you all to our house, we have come up with the next best thing. If you listen to the entire episode, you will have everything you need in order to recreate the best Christmas or New Year's meal EVER, 100% original Tuscan style. While we may very well not be Michelin starred chefs, Tuscan cuisine never cared much about them. It's all about the heart you pour into your dishes and how much you respect our traditions. As we're talking about a festive meal, we haven't scrimped on anything. You will find a starter, a pasta dish, a meat course, a vegetable side dish and, of course, some great dessert. From detailed instructions to little tricks of the trade, now you have everything you need to satisfy that little craving for some Tuscan flavour. It is not just a random selection of this land's favourite dishes, it is quite personal. It's what we would like to have on our table when Christmas Day comes, what we dreamed of when we were living very far away from our homeland. In our perfect menu there's a bit of everything: from the best crostini you will ever eat to one of Tuscany's best pasta ripiena, to the venison good enough to sustain a 40 years old festival to the richest vegetable dish you've ever seen to a detailed guide on how to bake yourself Tuscany's most favourite cookie. In fact, we're so sure about these recipes that they come with our personal guarantee. You can't ask for much more than that :-) While we appreciate everyone listening from all over the world, we would really love to know you better. That's why we have finally decided to spend a bit more time and effort on our Twitter account. We post multiple times a day on everything Tuscany related: from pictures of our land to travel tips, bars and restaurants locals swear by, practical advice to quirky stuff like a guide on the most useful Tuscan idioms you need to survive this land. You can find us at @Whatsuptuscany, we can't wait to meet you all. Email: podcast@larno.it Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.itstuscany.com/it/ricetta-dei-tordelli-della-versilia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.itstuscany.com/it/ricetta-dei-tordelli-della-versilia/</a> <a href="https://it.julskitchen.com/toscana/la-cucina-di-nonna-menna-i-crostini-di-milza" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://it.julskitchen.com/toscana/la-cucina-di-nonna-menna-i-crostini-di-milza</a> <a href="https://ricetta.it/sformato-di-cardi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ricetta.it/sformato-di-cardi</a> https://valdichianaeating.shop/cucina-toscana/i-dolci-della-tradizione-natalizia-in-valdichiana-senes/ BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) WUFO - Hyde Park (Instrumental) Inova - Seamonster (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Pick You Up (Instrumental) Inova - Paradise (Instrumental) Render - Prism (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/wufo-hyde-park" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/wufo-hyde-park</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-seamonster" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-seamonster</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-paradise" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-paradise</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/render-prism" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/render-prism</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

A totally awesome Tuscan Christmas menu - Ep. 112

The linkage between Christmas and carbs in Tuscany is particularly strong, especially when they come in the form of the many traditional sweets that cannot miss from our table. Last year we talked about my personal favourites, my mother's home-made ricciarelli. This time we will talk about the combo that makes Tuscany proud: the dry and fragrant almond cookies and the sweet wine that always comes with them. No one really knows where and when cantuccini were first baked but it's sure that Galileo Galilei couldn't live without them. To make them popular all over the world was a Prato baker that perfected the recipe that is still popular to this day. The story behind Vin Santo is even more intriguing: while people have been making sweet wine since the dawn of time, a couple of curious back stories bring us back either to the time of the Black Death or in Florence at the time of the famous ecumenical council in the 1400s.Doesn't matter how it was born, the question that makes Tuscan argue today is quite clear: to dunk cantuccini or not to dunk? It may look absurd but a winemaker from Gaiole in Chianti has printed a warning on the label of their bottles.Cantuccini are not very hard to find but not all of them are produced according to tradition or are IGP certified. Luckily for you, it's not very difficult to bake them at home, provided you stick to some basic rules. If you listen to the episode you will know the traditional recipe and a few expert tips.In any case, a Tuscan Christmas cannot exist without cantuccini and Vin Santo. A table without them would be sacrilegious, an affront to our Tuscan identity. Enjoy them!Let us know if you like this kind of episode or whatever comes to mind. The links to our contacts are here below so don't hesitate: we would be glad to know you better. If you know someone that loves Italy as much as we do, share the link to this episode: we're sure he'll thank you for it.Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://panificiomulara.it/cantucci-e-vin-santo-storia-e-golose-curiosita-di-un-dessert-che-ha-conquistato-tutto-lo-stivale/https://www.lavaldichiana.it/vin-santo-storia-leggenda-tradizione/https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2019/02/08/news/toscana_sulla_bottiglia_di_vin_santo_il_divieto_di_inzuppare_i_cantuccini-218662282/https://www.ghiott.it/e-vietato-inzuppare-i-cantuccini-nel-vinsanto/https://www.authentico-ita.org/cantucci-toscani-ricetta-originale/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)A Himitsu - Cease (Instrumental)A Himitsu - Icy Vindur (Instrumental)Baerock - Dark Serious Hip Hop InstrumentalSybranax - Euphoria (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-ceasehttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-icy-vindurhttps://soundcloud.com/user-111753139/free-dark-serious-hip-hop-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/sybranax-euphoriahttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

The linkage between Christmas and carbs in Tuscany is particularly strong, especially when they come in the form of the many traditional sweets that cannot miss from our table. Last year we talked about my personal favourites, my mother's home-made ricciarelli. This time we will talk about the combo that makes Tuscany proud: the dry and fragrant almond cookies and the sweet wine that always comes with them. No one really knows where and when cantuccini were first baked but it's sure that Galileo Galilei couldn't live without them. To make them popular all over the world was a Prato baker that perfected the recipe that is still popular to this day. The story behind Vin Santo is even more intriguing: while people have been making sweet wine since the dawn of time, a couple of curious back stories bring us back either to the time of the Black Death or in Florence at the time of the famous ecumenical council in the 1400s. Doesn't matter how it was born, the question that makes Tuscan argue today is quite clear: to dunk cantuccini or not to dunk? It may look absurd but a winemaker from Gaiole in Chianti has printed a warning on the label of their bottles. Cantuccini are not very hard to find but not all of them are produced according to tradition or are IGP certified. Luckily for you, it's not very difficult to bake them at home, provided you stick to some basic rules. If you listen to the episode you will know the traditional recipe and a few expert tips. In any case, a Tuscan Christmas cannot exist without cantuccini and Vin Santo. A table without them would be sacrilegious, an affront to our Tuscan identity. Enjoy them! Let us know if you like this kind of episode or whatever comes to mind. The links to our contacts are here below so don't hesitate: we would be glad to know you better. If you know someone that loves Italy as much as we do, share the link to this episode: we're sure he'll thank you for it. Email: podcast@larno.it Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://panificiomulara.it/cantucci-e-vin-santo-storia-e-golose-curiosita-di-un-dessert-che-ha-conquistato-tutto-lo-stivale/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://panificiomulara.it/cantucci-e-vin-santo-storia-e-golose-curiosita-di-un-dessert-che-ha-conquistato-tutto-lo-stivale/</a> <a href="https://www.lavaldichiana.it/vin-santo-storia-leggenda-tradizione/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lavaldichiana.it/vin-santo-storia-leggenda-tradizione/</a> <a href="https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2019/02/08/news/toscana_sulla_bottiglia_di_vin_santo_il_divieto_di_inzuppare_i_cantuccini-218662282/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://firenze.repubblica.it/cronaca/2019/02/08/news/toscana_sulla_bottiglia_di_vin_santo_il_divieto_di_inzuppare_i_cantuccini-218662282/</a> <a href="https://www.ghiott.it/e-vietato-inzuppare-i-cantuccini-nel-vinsanto/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ghiott.it/e-vietato-inzuppare-i-cantuccini-nel-vinsanto/</a> <a href="https://www.authentico-ita.org/cantucci-toscani-ricetta-originale/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.authentico-ita.org/cantucci-toscani-ricetta-originale/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) A Himitsu - Cease (Instrumental) A Himitsu - Icy Vindur (Instrumental) Baerock - Dark Serious Hip Hop Instrumental Sybranax - Euphoria (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-cease" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-cease</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-icy-vindur" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/a-himitsu-icy-vindur</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/user-111753139/free-dark-serious-hip-hop-instrumental" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/user-111753139/free-dark-serious-hip-hop-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/sybranax-euphoria" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/sybranax-euphoria</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Cantuccini + vin santo = Christmas - Ep. 111

In the two years we've spent describing our incredible land we've talked about history, culture, hidden corners only locals know about and famous dishes: we've hardly covered the many odd festivals that dot the calendar. If it's reassuring to know that there are many volunteers ready to give a hand to bring back to life sometimes very obscure events, some of these festivals are positively weird. What about the one that, every year before Corpus Domini, sees a donkey fly down from the belltower to one of the most beautiful loggias in Empoli? This celebration dates back to the 1300s and, according to some scholars, was inspired not by real events but from a satirical poem written by a local comedian. The messed up thing is that, until 1861, it wasn't a statue to fly attached precariously to a tightrope, but a real donkey. Luckily since when the festival was brought back in 1981 the donkey is now a statue sculpted by a local artist but the festival remains quite odd. If you listen to the full episode you will learn how the "volo del ciuco" was born, the crazy story told by the poem, the very violent game that Empolesi tried to resurrect and how of the ancient festival nothing much remains today. If you're around here in mid June might be worth going to Empoli and checking it our for yourself. Doesn't happen every day to see a donkey fly! If you have anything to tell us, some advice, a burning question, anything, don't hesitate: we'd be glad to get to know you better!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.lanazione.it/empoli/cronaca/ogni-popolo-ha-le-sue-leggende-volo-del-ciuco-allorigine-della-rivalita-tra-empoli-e-san-miniato-1.7366105http://www.volodelciuco.it/blog/storia-del-volo/https://it.wikisource.org/wiki/Sulla_necessit%C3%A0_di_abolire_il_volo_dell%27asinohttps://www.gonews.it/2022/06/03/volo-del-ciuco-2022-programma/https://toscananelcuore.it/volo-del-ciuco/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental)Aerocity - Cold Weather KidsJinxspr0 - Generation BouncePipe Choir - Talk to Me (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/aerocity-cold-weather-kidshttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/jinxspr0-generation-bouncehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-talk-to-me-instrumentalwavhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

In the two years we've spent describing our incredible land we've talked about history, culture, hidden corners only locals know about and famous dishes: we've hardly covered the many odd festivals that dot the calendar. If it's reassuring to know that there are many volunteers ready to give a hand to bring back to life sometimes very obscure events, some of these festivals are positively weird. What about the one that, every year before Corpus Domini, sees a donkey fly down from the belltower to one of the most beautiful loggias in Empoli? This celebration dates back to the 1300s and, according to some scholars, was inspired not by real events but from a satirical poem written by a local comedian. The messed up thing is that, until 1861, it wasn't a statue to fly attached precariously to a tightrope, but a real donkey. Luckily since when the festival was brought back in 1981 the donkey is now a statue sculpted by a local artist but the festival remains quite odd. If you listen to the full episode you will learn how the "volo del ciuco" was born, the crazy story told by the poem, the very violent game that Empolesi tried to resurrect and how of the ancient festival nothing much remains today. If you're around here in mid June might be worth going to Empoli and checking it our for yourself. Doesn't happen every day to see a donkey fly! If you have anything to tell us, some advice, a burning question, anything, don't hesitate: we'd be glad to get to know you better! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.lanazione.it/empoli/cronaca/ogni-popolo-ha-le-sue-leggende-volo-del-ciuco-allorigine-della-rivalita-tra-empoli-e-san-miniato-1.7366105" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lanazione.it/empoli/cronaca/ogni-popolo-ha-le-sue-leggende-volo-del-ciuco-allorigine-della-rivalita-tra-empoli-e-san-miniato-1.7366105</a> <a href="http://www.volodelciuco.it/blog/storia-del-volo/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.volodelciuco.it/blog/storia-del-volo/</a> <a href="https://it.wikisource.org/wiki/Sulla_necessit%C3%A0_di_abolire_il_volo_dell%27asino" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://it.wikisource.org/wiki/Sulla_necessit%C3%A0_di_abolire_il_volo_dell%27asino</a> <a href="https://www.gonews.it/2022/06/03/volo-del-ciuco-2022-programma/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gonews.it/2022/06/03/volo-del-ciuco-2022-programma/</a> <a href="https://toscananelcuore.it/volo-del-ciuco/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://toscananelcuore.it/volo-del-ciuco/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental) Aerocity - Cold Weather Kids Jinxspr0 - Generation Bounce Pipe Choir - Talk to Me (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/aerocity-cold-weather-kids" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/aerocity-cold-weather-kids</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/jinxspr0-generation-bounce" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/jinxspr0-generation-bounce</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-talk-to-me-instrumentalwav" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-talk-to-me-instrumentalwav</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Empoli, where donkeys (sometimes) fly - Ep. 110

As we keep jumping merrily from the past to the present of our homeland, we go back to one of our favourite subjects: the great food that makes our region so unique. We Tuscans are particularly jealous of our specialties, so much that foreigners think that it's weird, sometimes ridiculous. It is an integral part of our culture, maybe an ancestral memory of the times when malnutrition was widespread around here and having something tasty in your plate was worth celebrating. Few of our specialties have become so intimately linked to a city as the recipe that has become the pride and joy of Leghorn: the "cacciucco". It is a weird dish, doesn't even look Tuscan and the name means nothing in our language. The explanation? It wasn't born here but very far away, in a smaller town on the coast of Turkey. To bring it here would have been one of the many merchants that relocated to Leghorn in the 1700s, giving to Leghorn its unique cosmpolitan feel. If you listen to the full episode you will learn the many stories on the origins of this dish, the golden rules to have a "typical and traditional" cacciucco, the infamous five Cs and a great recipe to cook it in your kitchen. It won't be as good as the one you can eat in Leghorn but it won't disappoint for sure!If you like what we do, follow us on your favourite podcasting platform. Even better, send the link to one of your friends that love Italy as much as we do. Don't forget to say hello on social media or via email: we'd be very glad to know you better!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.labellezzadellacarta.it/la-leggenda-del-cacciucco-di-livorno/https://www.taccuinigastrosofici.it/ita/news/moderna/pesci-conserve/Storia-del-cacciucco.htmlhttps://corrieredelvino.it/featured/cacciucco-storia-e-mito-di-una-citta/https://blog.quomi.it/2019/02/26/cacciucco-storia/https://www.aifb.it/cultura-enogastronomica-italiana/piatti-tradizione-italiana/giornata-nazionale-del-cacciucco/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Audionautix - Water Wood and StoneProfound Beats - Lo-FiIncompetech - Leopard Print ElevatorAlmightyZero - AetherialWayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.htmlhttps://soundcloud.com/profoundbeats/profound-beats-lo-fi-free-downloadhttps://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077https://soundcloud.com/argofox/almightyzero-aetherialhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

As we keep jumping merrily from the past to the present of our homeland, we go back to one of our favourite subjects: the great food that makes our region so unique. We Tuscans are particularly jealous of our specialties, so much that foreigners think that it's weird, sometimes ridiculous. It is an integral part of our culture, maybe an ancestral memory of the times when malnutrition was widespread around here and having something tasty in your plate was worth celebrating. Few of our specialties have become so intimately linked to a city as the recipe that has become the pride and joy of Leghorn: the "cacciucco". It is a weird dish, doesn't even look Tuscan and the name means nothing in our language. The explanation? It wasn't born here but very far away, in a smaller town on the coast of Turkey. To bring it here would have been one of the many merchants that relocated to Leghorn in the 1700s, giving to Leghorn its unique cosmpolitan feel. If you listen to the full episode you will learn the many stories on the origins of this dish, the golden rules to have a "typical and traditional" cacciucco, the infamous five Cs and a great recipe to cook it in your kitchen. It won't be as good as the one you can eat in Leghorn but it won't disappoint for sure! If you like what we do, follow us on your favourite podcasting platform. Even better, send the link to one of your friends that love Italy as much as we do. Don't forget to say hello on social media or via email: we'd be very glad to know you better! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.labellezzadellacarta.it/la-leggenda-del-cacciucco-di-livorno/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.labellezzadellacarta.it/la-leggenda-del-cacciucco-di-livorno/</a> <a href="https://www.taccuinigastrosofici.it/ita/news/moderna/pesci-conserve/Storia-del-cacciucco.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.taccuinigastrosofici.it/ita/news/moderna/pesci-conserve/Storia-del-cacciucco.html</a> <a href="https://corrieredelvino.it/featured/cacciucco-storia-e-mito-di-una-citta/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://corrieredelvino.it/featured/cacciucco-storia-e-mito-di-una-citta/</a> <a href="https://blog.quomi.it/2019/02/26/cacciucco-storia/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://blog.quomi.it/2019/02/26/cacciucco-storia/</a> <a href="https://www.aifb.it/cultura-enogastronomica-italiana/piatti-tradizione-italiana/giornata-nazionale-del-cacciucco/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.aifb.it/cultura-enogastronomica-italiana/piatti-tradizione-italiana/giornata-nazionale-del-cacciucco/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Audionautix - Water Wood and Stone Profound Beats - Lo-Fi Incompetech - Leopard Print Elevator AlmightyZero - Aetherial Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.html</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/profoundbeats/profound-beats-lo-fi-free-download" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/profoundbeats/profound-beats-lo-fi-free-download</a> <a href="https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/almightyzero-aetherial" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/almightyzero-aetherial</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Cacciucco, Leghorn's pride and joy - Ep. 109

There are few corners of Tuscany that haven't played a role in the past three millennia. Few have a story as interesting as the ancient city that, after becoming the epicentre of Mediterranean geopolitics in the V century BC, fell into a decline so steep and long to be completely forgotten by everyone. This rich and powerful city state was rediscovered only in the 1880s by an amateur archaeologist that was a bit of a maverick. While juggling with his difficult day job, this country doctor figured out that under the small village of Colonna there used to be a wealthy and powerful city. Since then from the placid countryside many treasures have emerged, painting a picture of this long forgotten city. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you near Grosseto to tell you the story of how Vetulonia, the oldest and richest city of ancient Tuscany, came back from the dead. If you listen the full episode, you will learn about the rediscovery, the charming archaeological park, the little museum that is full of interesting things and much much more.Together we will walk through the ancient tombs and see the beautiful things in the charming museum. If you love history it's a must - it's also exceedingly cheap!Let us know if you liked this episode or not, it you'd want for us to talk about something else, anything that comes to mind. Burning questions, requests for future episodes, anything goes! We'd love to get to know you better and help you in any way we can.Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.orticaweb.it/la-riscoperta-della-citta-etrusca-vetulonia/https://maremma-magazine.it/le-news/sensazionali-ritrovamenti-a-vetulonia-lo-scavo-della-domus-dei-dolia-regala-reperti-deccezione/https://www.sitiarcheologiciditalia.it/vetulonia/https://tuttatoscana.net/itinerari-2/vetulonia-la-storia-e-il-museo-civico-archeologico/https://tuttatoscana.net/storia-e-microstoria-2/vetulonia-e-la-grande-geopolitica-del-mediterraneo/https://www.etruschi.name/vetulonia/index.htmlBACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Followers (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Fortress (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - A dark Blue Arc (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - A midnight on Jaquay (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-followers-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-fortress-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

There are few corners of Tuscany that haven't played a role in the past three millennia. Few have a story as interesting as the ancient city that, after becoming the epicentre of Mediterranean geopolitics in the V century BC, fell into a decline so steep and long to be completely forgotten by everyone. This rich and powerful city state was rediscovered only in the 1880s by an amateur archaeologist that was a bit of a maverick. While juggling with his difficult day job, this country doctor figured out that under the small village of Colonna there used to be a wealthy and powerful city. Since then from the placid countryside many treasures have emerged, painting a picture of this long forgotten city. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you near Grosseto to tell you the story of how Vetulonia, the oldest and richest city of ancient Tuscany, came back from the dead. If you listen the full episode, you will learn about the rediscovery, the charming archaeological park, the little museum that is full of interesting things and much much more.Together we will walk through the ancient tombs and see the beautiful things in the charming museum. If you love history it's a must - it's also exceedingly cheap! Let us know if you liked this episode or not, it you'd want for us to talk about something else, anything that comes to mind. Burning questions, requests for future episodes, anything goes! We'd love to get to know you better and help you in any way we can. Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.orticaweb.it/la-riscoperta-della-citta-etrusca-vetulonia/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.orticaweb.it/la-riscoperta-della-citta-etrusca-vetulonia/</a> <a href="https://maremma-magazine.it/le-news/sensazionali-ritrovamenti-a-vetulonia-lo-scavo-della-domus-dei-dolia-regala-reperti-deccezione/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://maremma-magazine.it/le-news/sensazionali-ritrovamenti-a-vetulonia-lo-scavo-della-domus-dei-dolia-regala-reperti-deccezione/</a> <a href="https://www.sitiarcheologiciditalia.it/vetulonia/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sitiarcheologiciditalia.it/vetulonia/</a> <a href="https://tuttatoscana.net/itinerari-2/vetulonia-la-storia-e-il-museo-civico-archeologico/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://tuttatoscana.net/itinerari-2/vetulonia-la-storia-e-il-museo-civico-archeologico/</a> <a href="https://tuttatoscana.net/storia-e-microstoria-2/vetulonia-e-la-grande-geopolitica-del-mediterraneo/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://tuttatoscana.net/storia-e-microstoria-2/vetulonia-e-la-grande-geopolitica-del-mediterraneo/</a> <a href="https://www.etruschi.name/vetulonia/index.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.etruschi.name/vetulonia/index.html</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Followers (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Fortress (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - A dark Blue Arc (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - A midnight on Jaquay (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-followers-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-followers-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-fortress-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-fortress-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Vetulonia, the city that came back from the dead - Ep. 108

Despite its enormous wealth of beautiful things to see, many of the tourists that land in Tuscany seem particularly excited by the idea of tasting the great products of this land. While known for its simplicity and affordability, our ancestors were particularly creative when it came to cooking meat, a rare delicacy that could be tasted very occasionally by regular people. That's maybe why modern Tuscans are obsessed with meat, especially when it comes in the form of huge, juicy steaks. While this is true, there is a exotic breed of cows that has been around forever and that, according to some top chefs, could be even better than the famous Chianina. What could very well be one of Tuscany's best kept secret is not well known even in our region. It has a name that sounds funny in Italian but it's dead serious when it comes to great taste and texture. That's why this week, What's Up Tuscany will bring you on the coast to tell you the story of the mucco pisano, the ancient breed that came very close to extinction and is living a remarkable comeback. If you listen to the full episode, you will learn this story of this hardy cow, why it is so special, the recipes Pisani swear by and the best restaurants where you could taste this incredible meat. Follow us, we will tell you why the mucco could be the best steak you never had. Let us know if you liked this episode or anything else that comes to mind. Everything is welcome: questions, doubts, requests for future episodes, anything that starts a conversation is very welcome! We'd love to get to know you better and help you in any way we can.Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.braciamiancora.com/il-mucco-pisano-dalla-toscana-una-carne-dalla-bonta-unica-da-provare-anche-al-barbecue/https://www.ilgiornaledelcibo.it/ricetta/tagliata-di-mucco-pisano/https://www.ilgiornaledelcibo.it/ricetta/spezzatino-di-mucco-con-patate-alla-pisana/http://stradadellolio.it/en/portfolio-articoli/mucco-pisano/https://www.barlume-cafe.it/mucco-pisano/https://www.montepisano.travel/tortelli-mucco-pisano/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Catmosphere - Candy-coloured Sky (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Summercycle (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental)Audionautix - Water Wood and StoneIncompetech - Leopard Print ElevatorWayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-skyhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumentalhttps://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.htmlhttps://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

Despite its enormous wealth of beautiful things to see, many of the tourists that land in Tuscany seem particularly excited by the idea of tasting the great products of this land. While known for its simplicity and affordability, our ancestors were particularly creative when it came to cooking meat, a rare delicacy that could be tasted very occasionally by regular people. That's maybe why modern Tuscans are obsessed with meat, especially when it comes in the form of huge, juicy steaks. While this is true, there is a exotic breed of cows that has been around forever and that, according to some top chefs, could be even better than the famous Chianina. What could very well be one of Tuscany's best kept secret is not well known even in our region. It has a name that sounds funny in Italian but it's dead serious when it comes to great taste and texture. That's why this week, What's Up Tuscany will bring you on the coast to tell you the story of the mucco pisano, the ancient breed that came very close to extinction and is living a remarkable comeback. If you listen to the full episode, you will learn this story of this hardy cow, why it is so special, the recipes Pisani swear by and the best restaurants where you could taste this incredible meat. Follow us, we will tell you why the mucco could be the best steak you never had. Let us know if you liked this episode or anything else that comes to mind. Everything is welcome: questions, doubts, requests for future episodes, anything that starts a conversation is very welcome! We'd love to get to know you better and help you in any way we can. Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.braciamiancora.com/il-mucco-pisano-dalla-toscana-una-carne-dalla-bonta-unica-da-provare-anche-al-barbecue/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.braciamiancora.com/il-mucco-pisano-dalla-toscana-una-carne-dalla-bonta-unica-da-provare-anche-al-barbecue/</a> <a href="https://www.ilgiornaledelcibo.it/ricetta/tagliata-di-mucco-pisano/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ilgiornaledelcibo.it/ricetta/tagliata-di-mucco-pisano/</a> <a href="https://www.ilgiornaledelcibo.it/ricetta/spezzatino-di-mucco-con-patate-alla-pisana/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ilgiornaledelcibo.it/ricetta/spezzatino-di-mucco-con-patate-alla-pisana/</a> <a href="http://stradadellolio.it/en/portfolio-articoli/mucco-pisano/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://stradadellolio.it/en/portfolio-articoli/mucco-pisano/</a> <a href="https://www.barlume-cafe.it/mucco-pisano/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.barlume-cafe.it/mucco-pisano/</a> <a href="https://www.montepisano.travel/tortelli-mucco-pisano/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.montepisano.travel/tortelli-mucco-pisano/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Catmosphere - Candy-coloured Sky (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Summercycle (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental) Audionautix - Water Wood and Stone Incompetech - Leopard Print Elevator Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-sky" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/catmosphere-candy-coloured-sky</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental</a> <a href="https://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.html</a> <a href="https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Pisa, the best steak you never had - Ep. 107

Usually in our podcast we tend to talk about timeless topics but sometimes there are news too juicy not to cover. While we were preparing a completely different episode, the news of a surprising archaeological find in a tiny Tuscan village was way too interesting. Who could have imagined that on the bottom of those pools that have been used since forever to enjoy the hot thermal waters were hiding such a treasure? 24 incredible bronze statues emerged from the clay almost intact after 1500 years, plus a huge number of other objects. We started wondering what will happen to this small village now that everyone knows about this discovery? Experience tells us that this charming corner of Tuscany will soon be transformed in yet another tourist trap, with souvenir shops, fixed menu restaurants and so on but it's not inevitable. A different solution is possible, one that looks back at the amazing past of this place, when it was a mix between a temple, a hospital and an upscale spa. The world has changed a lot in the past 2000 years but the needs of human beings are still the same. It would be impossible to bring back the oracles or the cult of the goddess of health but the rest of what made this place so unique is valid also today. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to San Casciano ai Bagni to tell you how the new go-to place for antiquity lovers could have a remarkably interesting future ahead. Do you like this kind of episode? Would you have us talk about something else? Don't keep it to yourself! Drop us a note. We'd be glad to get to know you better!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.repubblica.it/cultura/2022/11/08/news/san_casciano_dei_bagni_bronzi_scoperta_acqua_fango_riace-373510937/?ref=RHLF-BG-I373518600-P1-S1-T1BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Everything will be alright (Instrumental)Cityfires - Blood Problems (Instrumental)Romos - Helios (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - A Dark Blue Arc (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-everything-will-be-alright-instrumentalwavhttps://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfireshttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helioshttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

Usually in our podcast we tend to talk about timeless topics but sometimes there are news too juicy not to cover. While we were preparing a completely different episode, the news of a surprising archaeological find in a tiny Tuscan village was way too interesting. Who could have imagined that on the bottom of those pools that have been used since forever to enjoy the hot thermal waters were hiding such a treasure? 24 incredible bronze statues emerged from the clay almost intact after 1500 years, plus a huge number of other objects. We started wondering what will happen to this small village now that everyone knows about this discovery? Experience tells us that this charming corner of Tuscany will soon be transformed in yet another tourist trap, with souvenir shops, fixed menu restaurants and so on but it's not inevitable. A different solution is possible, one that looks back at the amazing past of this place, when it was a mix between a temple, a hospital and an upscale spa. The world has changed a lot in the past 2000 years but the needs of human beings are still the same. It would be impossible to bring back the oracles or the cult of the goddess of health but the rest of what made this place so unique is valid also today. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to San Casciano ai Bagni to tell you how the new go-to place for antiquity lovers could have a remarkably interesting future ahead. Do you like this kind of episode? Would you have us talk about something else? Don't keep it to yourself! Drop us a note. We'd be glad to get to know you better! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.repubblica.it/cultura/2022/11/08/news/san_casciano_dei_bagni_bronzi_scoperta_acqua_fango_riace-373510937/?ref=RHLF-BG-I373518600-P1-S1-T1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.repubblica.it/cultura/2022/11/08/news/san_casciano_dei_bagni_bronzi_scoperta_acqua_fango_riace-373510937/?ref=RHLF-BG-I373518600-P1-S1-T1</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Everything will be alright (Instrumental) Cityfires - Blood Problems (Instrumental) Romos - Helios (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - A Dark Blue Arc (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-everything-will-be-alright-instrumentalwav" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-everything-will-be-alright-instrumentalwav</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfires" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfires</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helios" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/romos-helios</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Siena, the incredible treasure under the spa - Ep. 106

Every Friday the podcast from L'Arno will paint you a picture of the extraordinarily beloved region by telling the stories from today and the past that make it unique, while explaining every time a facet of the Tuscan character and the history of this land.The only English language podcast made by Tuscans, dedicated to everyone around the world that has a special place in his heart for this wonderful but very complicated region.Hosted by Luca Bocci, available every Friday.

Despite many foreigners think about Tuscany as just an open air museum, a place where time is frozen, things change here as well. Some of these changes are so minute to be almost ignored. Others are much more painful. A while ago, for example, I remembered a very special recipe that my grandmother cooked us once in a Sheffield flood. They didn't look great, but those small fishes were absolutely outstanding. When I came back home, I asked my mother if she could cook it for me. Her answer left me dumbfounded: "I can't - it's forbidden". How is that possible? Wasn't it one of the most celebrated dishes of this land? It sure was and almost 30 years ago it became absolutely verboten. If someone catches you with these delicate fishes, you will receive a massive fine. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will tell you the little known story of how an historic staple of our cuisine became a forbidden delicacy, able to fetch ridiculous prices at the black market. If you listen to the entire episode you will learn why it was necessary to outlaw this dish, the adventurous life of these tiny fishes, able to cross incredible distances and the traditional recipe used in Pisa to cook them to perfection before it became a felony. Should you want to taste this very special dish, you won't need to spend a lot of money or look for your nearest smuggler. We will tell you two very good ways to replace the forbidden fishes and still cook an incredible dish. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or if you'd rather have us talk about history, legends or hidden corners of this incredible land. We would be extremely happy to know you and have a chat! Contact info here below:Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)http://www.tuttomondonews.it/inseguendo-unanguilla-alla-ricerca-di-un-cibo-perduto/http://www.lavocedelserchio.it/vediarticolo.php?id=13451&amp;page=0&amp;t_a=le-cee-in-cucinahttps://poverimabelliebuoni.blogspot.com/2013/09/le-cee-dei-poveri.htmlhttps://www.pisatoday.it/cucina/come-preparare-cee-finte-natale.htmlhttps://corrieredelvino.it/gastroviaggiando/il-regno-delle-ce-boccadarno-a-marina-di-pisa/https://www.ilgiornaledeimarinai.it/pesca-delle-cee/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Incompetech - Leopard Print ElevatorPipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental)Inova - Seamonster (Instrumental)Cityfires - Blood Problems (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-seamonsterhttps://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfireshttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

Despite many foreigners think about Tuscany as just an open air museum, a place where time is frozen, things change here as well. Some of these changes are so minute to be almost ignored. Others are much more painful. A while ago, for example, I remembered a very special recipe that my grandmother cooked us once in a Sheffield flood. They didn't look great, but those small fishes were absolutely outstanding. When I came back home, I asked my mother if she could cook it for me. Her answer left me dumbfounded: "I can't - it's forbidden". How is that possible? Wasn't it one of the most celebrated dishes of this land? It sure was and almost 30 years ago it became absolutely verboten. If someone catches you with these delicate fishes, you will receive a massive fine. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will tell you the little known story of how an historic staple of our cuisine became a forbidden delicacy, able to fetch ridiculous prices at the black market. If you listen to the entire episode you will learn why it was necessary to outlaw this dish, the adventurous life of these tiny fishes, able to cross incredible distances and the traditional recipe used in Pisa to cook them to perfection before it became a felony. Should you want to taste this very special dish, you won't need to spend a lot of money or look for your nearest smuggler. We will tell you two very good ways to replace the forbidden fishes and still cook an incredible dish. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or if you'd rather have us talk about history, legends or hidden corners of this incredible land. We would be extremely happy to know you and have a chat! Contact info here below: Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="http://www.tuttomondonews.it/inseguendo-unanguilla-alla-ricerca-di-un-cibo-perduto/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tuttomondonews.it/inseguendo-unanguilla-alla-ricerca-di-un-cibo-perduto/</a> <a href="http://www.lavocedelserchio.it/vediarticolo.php?id=13451&amp;page=0&amp;t_a=le-cee-in-cucina" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.lavocedelserchio.it/vediarticolo.php?id=13451&amp;page=0&amp;t_a=le-cee-in-cucina</a> <a href="https://poverimabelliebuoni.blogspot.com/2013/09/le-cee-dei-poveri.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://poverimabelliebuoni.blogspot.com/2013/09/le-cee-dei-poveri.html</a> <a href="https://www.pisatoday.it/cucina/come-preparare-cee-finte-natale.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pisatoday.it/cucina/come-preparare-cee-finte-natale.html</a> <a href="https://corrieredelvino.it/gastroviaggiando/il-regno-delle-ce-boccadarno-a-marina-di-pisa/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://corrieredelvino.it/gastroviaggiando/il-regno-delle-ce-boccadarno-a-marina-di-pisa/</a> <a href="https://www.ilgiornaledeimarinai.it/pesca-delle-cee/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ilgiornaledeimarinai.it/pesca-delle-cee/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Incompetech - Leopard Print Elevator Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental) Inova - Seamonster (Instrumental) Cityfires - Blood Problems (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-seamonster" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/inova-seamonster</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfires" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfires</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

The dish that will cost you a massive fine - Ep. 105

While our region hosts a veritable treasure trove of art masterpieces and stunning vistas, a big chunk of its popularity abroad is linked to stuff you can eat and drink only in this neck of the woods. While it is true that to fully appreciate the amazing products of this land you would need to take things slowly, life doesn't always cooperate. What happens if you don't physically have enough time to fix a proper meal for yourself and your family? Are you doomed to yet another visit to an unhealthy foreign fast food? Don't you worry, my dear listener: Tuscany has plenty of ways to grab a bite on the go without breaking the bank. Few are as tasty, healthy and inexpensive as the street food that has conquered the hearts of many Tuscans for a few centuries. This very simple recipe was born completely by chance, some say after one of the most important events of the history of this land and hasn't looked back ever since. As we're a litigious bunch, Pisa and Leghorn keep on squabbling about who has the best recipe but it doesn't really matter much. If you know where to look, there are plenty of places where you can get this flat cake that, while exceedingly simple, is also very hard to master. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to the Tyrrhenian coast to tell you the tale of the "cecina", the street food that has been popular under the Leaning Tower for at least seven centuries. Follow us in our journey into the fascinating story of this traditional comfort food, as we'll also tell you the original recipe that could allow you to bake a perfectly reasonable cake in your very own kitchen. We will find out if the variant served in Leghorn is better than the one in Pisa and if the sancta sanctorum of the "torta" is better than the traditional king of the "cecina", the famous Montino pizzeria. Word to the wise: lock your fridge when you listen to this episode - you might get very hungry. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or not. We would be very glad to have a chat.Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://ekiros.com/cecina/https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/prodotti/farinata-di-ceci-origini-e-storia/https://www.cosmopolitan.com/it/lifestyle/cucina-ricette/a39956147/la-cecina-e-il-piatto-perfetto-per-aperitivi-sfiziosi-ecco-la-ricetta/http://www.italianoegenuino.it/pisa-toscana-la-cecina/https://theblackfig.com/2016/01/la-cecina-street-food-toscano-e-tradizione-culinaria.htmlhttps://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farinata_di_cecihttps://www.tuscanypeople.com/5-e-5-antica-torteria-gagarin/https://melamario.wordpress.com/2010/05/06/5-e-5-una-specialita-livornese/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - The Opening Closing (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Pick You Up (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Coffee and Time (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-the-opening-closinginstrumentalcreative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-coffee-and-time-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

While our region hosts a veritable treasure trove of art masterpieces and stunning vistas, a big chunk of its popularity abroad is linked to stuff you can eat and drink only in this neck of the woods. While it is true that to fully appreciate the amazing products of this land you would need to take things slowly, life doesn't always cooperate. What happens if you don't physically have enough time to fix a proper meal for yourself and your family? Are you doomed to yet another visit to an unhealthy foreign fast food? Don't you worry, my dear listener: Tuscany has plenty of ways to grab a bite on the go without breaking the bank. Few are as tasty, healthy and inexpensive as the street food that has conquered the hearts of many Tuscans for a few centuries. This very simple recipe was born completely by chance, some say after one of the most important events of the history of this land and hasn't looked back ever since. As we're a litigious bunch, Pisa and Leghorn keep on squabbling about who has the best recipe but it doesn't really matter much. If you know where to look, there are plenty of places where you can get this flat cake that, while exceedingly simple, is also very hard to master. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to the Tyrrhenian coast to tell you the tale of the "cecina", the street food that has been popular under the Leaning Tower for at least seven centuries. Follow us in our journey into the fascinating story of this traditional comfort food, as we'll also tell you the original recipe that could allow you to bake a perfectly reasonable cake in your very own kitchen. We will find out if the variant served in Leghorn is better than the one in Pisa and if the sancta sanctorum of the "torta" is better than the traditional king of the "cecina", the famous Montino pizzeria. Word to the wise: lock your fridge when you listen to this episode - you might get very hungry. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or not. We would be very glad to have a chat. Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://ekiros.com/cecina/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://ekiros.com/cecina/</a> <a href="https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/prodotti/farinata-di-ceci-origini-e-storia/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/prodotti/farinata-di-ceci-origini-e-storia/</a> <a href="https://www.cosmopolitan.com/it/lifestyle/cucina-ricette/a39956147/la-cecina-e-il-piatto-perfetto-per-aperitivi-sfiziosi-ecco-la-ricetta/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cosmopolitan.com/it/lifestyle/cucina-ricette/a39956147/la-cecina-e-il-piatto-perfetto-per-aperitivi-sfiziosi-ecco-la-ricetta/</a> <a href="http://www.italianoegenuino.it/pisa-toscana-la-cecina/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.italianoegenuino.it/pisa-toscana-la-cecina/</a> <a href="https://theblackfig.com/2016/01/la-cecina-street-food-toscano-e-tradizione-culinaria.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://theblackfig.com/2016/01/la-cecina-street-food-toscano-e-tradizione-culinaria.html</a> <a href="https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farinata_di_ceci" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farinata_di_ceci</a> <a href="https://www.tuscanypeople.com/5-e-5-antica-torteria-gagarin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tuscanypeople.com/5-e-5-antica-torteria-gagarin/</a> <a href="https://melamario.wordpress.com/2010/05/06/5-e-5-una-specialita-livornese/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://melamario.wordpress.com/2010/05/06/5-e-5-una-specialita-livornese/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - The Opening Closing (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Pick You Up (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Coffee and Time (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-the-opening-closinginstrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-the-opening-closinginstrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-coffee-and-time-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-coffee-and-time-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Cecina, the original Tuscan street food - Ep. 104

Chances are that if you meet anywhere in the world a Tuscan, it will take him around 5 minutes to start pontificating on the incredible beauty of our land. Foreigners find it rather annoying but it's really beyond our control - we just HAVE to do it. Think I'm exaggerating? OK, name me another place in the world where you can literally bump into a little known archaeological wonder while you're looking for a wine tasting or a restaurant. Almost halfway between Florence and Siena, where the Elsa valley meets the Chianti, you can find something really remarkable. In the distance, on the top of a lonely hill, the unmistakeable contour of the famed Brunelleschi dome, much smaller but perfectly recognizable. Should you wander there and try to figure out what the heck is going on there, you'll be stunned to know that the small chapel was built on the place where, eight centuries ago, a new fortified city willed into existance by the Holy Roman Emperor challenged seriously Florence's domination on central Tuscany. When it was defeated, the city of the Duomo just wanted it erased from history, so much that not a single stone remains there. Just to err on the safe side, they also decreed that nothing could be built there, not even a simple shed. The meteoric rise and precipitous fall of the city that dared to challenge Florence is one of the most fascinating and lesser known stories from Tuscan history. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to the Chianti hills to tell you the sad tale of Semifonte, the proud, enterprising city that tried to unseat Florence only to be completely destroyed in the process. If you love Italy, its art, culture, food and wine, follow us on your favourite podcasting app so that you don't miss a single episode. Do you have a question on the very confusing land called Italy? Drop us a note at the contacts below: we'll be glad to have a chat!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://summofonte.org/storia-e-mito-di-semifonte/https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Semifontehttps://www.academia.edu/10458691/_CASTRUM_DE_SUMMOFONTE_ET_EIUSDEM_HOMINES_PRO_INIMICIS_TENEBO_SIENA_LA_GUERRA_DI_SEMIFONTE_E_LA_DEFINIZIONE_TERRITORIALE_DELLA_TOSCANA_MERIDIONALEhttps://www.borghiditoscana.net/semifonte-una-citta-rivale-di-firenze/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)The Passion Hi-fi - BuriedAudionautix - Water Wood and StoneWayne John Bradley - Always (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Fortress (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Gemini (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeatsforyou/free-the-passion-hifi-buriedhttps://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.htmlhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-fortress-instrumentalhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pipe_Choir/SGONS_Instrumentals/Pipe_Gemini_Instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

Chances are that if you meet anywhere in the world a Tuscan, it will take him around 5 minutes to start pontificating on the incredible beauty of our land. Foreigners find it rather annoying but it's really beyond our control - we just HAVE to do it. Think I'm exaggerating? OK, name me another place in the world where you can literally bump into a little known archaeological wonder while you're looking for a wine tasting or a restaurant. Almost halfway between Florence and Siena, where the Elsa valley meets the Chianti, you can find something really remarkable. In the distance, on the top of a lonely hill, the unmistakeable contour of the famed Brunelleschi dome, much smaller but perfectly recognizable. Should you wander there and try to figure out what the heck is going on there, you'll be stunned to know that the small chapel was built on the place where, eight centuries ago, a new fortified city willed into existance by the Holy Roman Emperor challenged seriously Florence's domination on central Tuscany. When it was defeated, the city of the Duomo just wanted it erased from history, so much that not a single stone remains there. Just to err on the safe side, they also decreed that nothing could be built there, not even a simple shed. The meteoric rise and precipitous fall of the city that dared to challenge Florence is one of the most fascinating and lesser known stories from Tuscan history. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to the Chianti hills to tell you the sad tale of Semifonte, the proud, enterprising city that tried to unseat Florence only to be completely destroyed in the process. If you love Italy, its art, culture, food and wine, follow us on your favourite podcasting app so that you don't miss a single episode. Do you have a question on the very confusing land called Italy? Drop us a note at the contacts below: we'll be glad to have a chat! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://summofonte.org/storia-e-mito-di-semifonte/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://summofonte.org/storia-e-mito-di-semifonte/</a> <a href="https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Semifonte" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Semifonte</a> <a href="https://www.academia.edu/10458691/_CASTRUM_DE_SUMMOFONTE_ET_EIUSDEM_HOMINES_PRO_INIMICIS_TENEBO_SIENA_LA_GUERRA_DI_SEMIFONTE_E_LA_DEFINIZIONE_TERRITORIALE_DELLA_TOSCANA_MERIDIONALE" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.academia.edu/10458691/_CASTRUM_DE_SUMMOFONTE_ET_EIUSDEM_HOMINES_PRO_INIMICIS_TENEBO_SIENA_LA_GUERRA_DI_SEMIFONTE_E_LA_DEFINIZIONE_TERRITORIALE_DELLA_TOSCANA_MERIDIONALE</a> <a href="https://www.borghiditoscana.net/semifonte-una-citta-rivale-di-firenze/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.borghiditoscana.net/semifonte-una-citta-rivale-di-firenze/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) The Passion Hi-fi - Buried Audionautix - Water Wood and Stone Wayne John Bradley - Always (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Fortress (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Gemini (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeatsforyou/free-the-passion-hifi-buried" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeatsforyou/free-the-passion-hifi-buried</a> <a href="https://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.free-stock-music.com/audionautix-water-wood-and-stone.html</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-fortress-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-fortress-instrumental</a> <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pipe_Choir/SGONS_Instrumentals/Pipe_Gemini_Instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pipe_Choir/SGONS_Instrumentals/Pipe_Gemini_Instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

The city that Florence wiped away - Ep. 103

One of the most common complaints that foreigners make is that Tuscans are a bunch of nostalgia junkies, so attached to the past of their region to do anything in their power to keep everything exactly as it is. The average Tuscans doesn't care much about these accusations but it's true that this land seems to never change at all in the centuries. Despite some corners of our cities seem stuck in the Renaissance, this is just an illusion. Things change, sometimes in unexpected ways. When I was little, my family used to rent a vacation flat in a small seaside resort between Leghorn and Grosseto. Aside from the great beaches and the crystal blue sea, I particularly looked forward to the peaches you could only buy there, the best I've ever eaten. According to my father, the wine was nothing to write home about. We had no idea but just a few miles from our little flat, next to a road made popular by a Nobel laureate, a remarkable character had embarked on an impossible mission: create a new wine from nothing, beating the French masters at their own game. Many laughed at his attempts and there were a few painful failures on the way but in the end the determination of Marquis Mario Incisa della Rocchetta won the day. His "alien" wine, which had nothing to share with Tuscan winemaking tradition, is considered by many experts as the best wine on the planet. The tale of how this nobleman that loved nature, thoroughbred and wine managed to turn his impossible dream into reality is as fascinating as not widely known. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to Bolgheri, on the Etruscan Coast, to tell you the story of the Sassicaia, the "new wine" that has taken the world by storm. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or if you'd rather us talk about food, local specialties, travel tips or hidden corners of our region. We're just a message or email away - we'd love to get to know you! Don't be a stranger :-)Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.gamberorosso.it/notizie/notizie-vino/sassicaia-la-storia-il-mito-a-50-anni-dalla-prima-annata/https://decanto.wine/sassicaia-origini-storia-e-abbinamento-del-miglior-vino-italiano/https://www.villeecasali.com/country-living/stile-country/sassicaia-storia-di-un-vino-nobile/https://www.firenzemadeintuscany.com/it/articolo/la-storia-del-sassicaia-in-una-lettera-storica-di-mario-incisa-della/https://www.informacibo.it/sassicaia-storia-vino-italiano/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Almost Time (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Blue Hope New Sky (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Gemini (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-blue-hope-new-sky-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pipe_Choir/SGONS_Instrumentals/Pipe_Gemini_Instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

One of the most common complaints that foreigners make is that Tuscans are a bunch of nostalgia junkies, so attached to the past of their region to do anything in their power to keep everything exactly as it is. The average Tuscans doesn't care much about these accusations but it's true that this land seems to never change at all in the centuries. Despite some corners of our cities seem stuck in the Renaissance, this is just an illusion. Things change, sometimes in unexpected ways. When I was little, my family used to rent a vacation flat in a small seaside resort between Leghorn and Grosseto. Aside from the great beaches and the crystal blue sea, I particularly looked forward to the peaches you could only buy there, the best I've ever eaten. According to my father, the wine was nothing to write home about. We had no idea but just a few miles from our little flat, next to a road made popular by a Nobel laureate, a remarkable character had embarked on an impossible mission: create a new wine from nothing, beating the French masters at their own game. Many laughed at his attempts and there were a few painful failures on the way but in the end the determination of Marquis Mario Incisa della Rocchetta won the day. His "alien" wine, which had nothing to share with Tuscan winemaking tradition, is considered by many experts as the best wine on the planet. The tale of how this nobleman that loved nature, thoroughbred and wine managed to turn his impossible dream into reality is as fascinating as not widely known. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to Bolgheri, on the Etruscan Coast, to tell you the story of the Sassicaia, the "new wine" that has taken the world by storm. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or if you'd rather us talk about food, local specialties, travel tips or hidden corners of our region. We're just a message or email away - we'd love to get to know you! Don't be a stranger :-) Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.gamberorosso.it/notizie/notizie-vino/sassicaia-la-storia-il-mito-a-50-anni-dalla-prima-annata/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gamberorosso.it/notizie/notizie-vino/sassicaia-la-storia-il-mito-a-50-anni-dalla-prima-annata/</a> <a href="https://decanto.wine/sassicaia-origini-storia-e-abbinamento-del-miglior-vino-italiano/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://decanto.wine/sassicaia-origini-storia-e-abbinamento-del-miglior-vino-italiano/</a> <a href="https://www.villeecasali.com/country-living/stile-country/sassicaia-storia-di-un-vino-nobile/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.villeecasali.com/country-living/stile-country/sassicaia-storia-di-un-vino-nobile/</a> <a href="https://www.firenzemadeintuscany.com/it/articolo/la-storia-del-sassicaia-in-una-lettera-storica-di-mario-incisa-della/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.firenzemadeintuscany.com/it/articolo/la-storia-del-sassicaia-in-una-lettera-storica-di-mario-incisa-della/</a> <a href="https://www.informacibo.it/sassicaia-storia-vino-italiano/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.informacibo.it/sassicaia-storia-vino-italiano/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Almost Time (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Blue Hope New Sky (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Gemini (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-blue-hope-new-sky-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-blue-hope-new-sky-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pipe_Choir/SGONS_Instrumentals/Pipe_Gemini_Instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pipe_Choir/SGONS_Instrumentals/Pipe_Gemini_Instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Sassicaia, the alien wine that shocked the world - Ep. 102

While there are very few things in life that are certain, aside from death and taxes, I'm pretty sure that should I ask each and every one of you what is the first thing that pops into your head whenever you hear the word "Tuscany" you would describe one of the stereotypical images of our lush countryside. You might not realise it, but aside from the gentle rolling hills, the manicured vineyards and the snaking country roads, one of the most distinctive elements of this picture has got nothing to do with our region. While it has become almost synonymous with Tuscany, the slender, geometric trees that line our back roads are not indigenous to this land. The story of how this tree born in Persia was imported first to Tuscany and slowly became an integral part of our landscape is both fascinating and not very well known, even to locals. This hardy, elegant tree has always been considered special, almost magical. While many were convinced by the properties of its wood, tales and legends of its relationship with the underworld are common in many cultures. If elsewhere in Italy, cypress trees are mostly associated with graveyards, they have become so ingrained in the fabric of our landscape and our culture to be the unofficial symbol of our very special region. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you in our countryside to tell you the story of how a foreign tree made this land what it is. Do you like this kind of episode? You'd rather have us focus on food, wine, travel tips or forgotten pages from the book of Tuscan history? Let us know - we'd be glad to hear from you!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.poderiarcangelo.it/significato-dei-cipressi-in-toscana/https://magazine.verdidea.com/it/blog/il-cipresso-segno-distintivo-del-paesaggio-toscano-storia-sacralita-e-usi-nella-cultura-rurale-204https://www.tuscanypeople.com/cipressi-in-toscana/https://italyze.me/scopri/curiosita/cipressi-toscana/https://www.sinergiaverde.it/il-cipresso-da-simbolo-della-morte-a-simbolo-dellamore/https://www.codiferro.it/il-cipresso-la-sentinella-verde-del-paesaggio-in-toscana/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Incompetech - Leopard Print ElevatorWayne John Bradley - SummercyclePipe Choir - A Midnight on Jaquay (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

While there are very few things in life that are certain, aside from death and taxes, I'm pretty sure that should I ask each and every one of you what is the first thing that pops into your head whenever you hear the word "Tuscany" you would describe one of the stereotypical images of our lush countryside. You might not realise it, but aside from the gentle rolling hills, the manicured vineyards and the snaking country roads, one of the most distinctive elements of this picture has got nothing to do with our region. While it has become almost synonymous with Tuscany, the slender, geometric trees that line our back roads are not indigenous to this land. The story of how this tree born in Persia was imported first to Tuscany and slowly became an integral part of our landscape is both fascinating and not very well known, even to locals. This hardy, elegant tree has always been considered special, almost magical. While many were convinced by the properties of its wood, tales and legends of its relationship with the underworld are common in many cultures. If elsewhere in Italy, cypress trees are mostly associated with graveyards, they have become so ingrained in the fabric of our landscape and our culture to be the unofficial symbol of our very special region. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you in our countryside to tell you the story of how a foreign tree made this land what it is. Do you like this kind of episode? You'd rather have us focus on food, wine, travel tips or forgotten pages from the book of Tuscan history? Let us know - we'd be glad to hear from you! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.poderiarcangelo.it/significato-dei-cipressi-in-toscana/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.poderiarcangelo.it/significato-dei-cipressi-in-toscana/</a> <a href="https://magazine.verdidea.com/it/blog/il-cipresso-segno-distintivo-del-paesaggio-toscano-storia-sacralita-e-usi-nella-cultura-rurale-204" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://magazine.verdidea.com/it/blog/il-cipresso-segno-distintivo-del-paesaggio-toscano-storia-sacralita-e-usi-nella-cultura-rurale-204</a> <a href="https://www.tuscanypeople.com/cipressi-in-toscana/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tuscanypeople.com/cipressi-in-toscana/</a> <a href="https://italyze.me/scopri/curiosita/cipressi-toscana/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://italyze.me/scopri/curiosita/cipressi-toscana/</a> <a href="https://www.sinergiaverde.it/il-cipresso-da-simbolo-della-morte-a-simbolo-dellamore/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sinergiaverde.it/il-cipresso-da-simbolo-della-morte-a-simbolo-dellamore/</a> <a href="https://www.codiferro.it/il-cipresso-la-sentinella-verde-del-paesaggio-in-toscana/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.codiferro.it/il-cipresso-la-sentinella-verde-del-paesaggio-in-toscana/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Incompetech - Leopard Print Elevator Wayne John Bradley - Summercycle Pipe Choir - A Midnight on Jaquay (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

The foreign tree that made Tuscany - Ep. 101

When we had the crazy idea of hosting a dual language podcast on Tuscany we could never imagine how much we would have learned about our homeland along the way. Now, 100 episodes later, we have had the chance to tell you many stories about places that you won't find on the cover of your travel guide. Rather than coming out with something special to celebrate this milestone, we'll just keep doing what we do: bring you to some of the least known corners of this remarkable region through the stories that made them. There are some places in Tuscany that have a lot more to offer than the more popular destinations. The imposing presence that dominates the horizon in the South of the region is quite unique, as you can expect from an ancient volcano that, once in a while, still makes its presence heard with devastating earthquakes. The people that live in its shadow have developed certain quirks that make them at the same time fascinating and weird. In order to give you a glimpse of their character, we will tell you two of the fairytales they used to tell to their children when the only way to spend a winter night was to tell stories around the fireplace. Follow us and you will hear the tale of the fearsome beast that plagued the woods near a monastery and how it was defeated by a famous knight. If you have a little girl to entertain, what about the delicate story of how a charming meadow was born out of the love between two star-crossed lovers? While they might look like nothing, people of the area swear that these stories actually happened in a distant past, so much that they can also provide some proof! This week's episode will bring you to the foot of Mount Amiata, the ancient fire mountain whose presence changed Southern Tuscany forever. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or if you'd rather have us talk more about history, food or practical travel tips. We would be very happy to hear from you!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)http://www.webamiata.it/tiraccon.htmBACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Blue Hope New Sky (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Trampled (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Waiting (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - A Midnight on Jaquay (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-blue-hope-new-sky-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-trampled-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

When we had the crazy idea of hosting a dual language podcast on Tuscany we could never imagine how much we would have learned about our homeland along the way. Now, 100 episodes later, we have had the chance to tell you many stories about places that you won't find on the cover of your travel guide. Rather than coming out with something special to celebrate this milestone, we'll just keep doing what we do: bring you to some of the least known corners of this remarkable region through the stories that made them. There are some places in Tuscany that have a lot more to offer than the more popular destinations. The imposing presence that dominates the horizon in the South of the region is quite unique, as you can expect from an ancient volcano that, once in a while, still makes its presence heard with devastating earthquakes. The people that live in its shadow have developed certain quirks that make them at the same time fascinating and weird. In order to give you a glimpse of their character, we will tell you two of the fairytales they used to tell to their children when the only way to spend a winter night was to tell stories around the fireplace. Follow us and you will hear the tale of the fearsome beast that plagued the woods near a monastery and how it was defeated by a famous knight. If you have a little girl to entertain, what about the delicate story of how a charming meadow was born out of the love between two star-crossed lovers? While they might look like nothing, people of the area swear that these stories actually happened in a distant past, so much that they can also provide some proof! This week's episode will bring you to the foot of Mount Amiata, the ancient fire mountain whose presence changed Southern Tuscany forever. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or if you'd rather have us talk more about history, food or practical travel tips. We would be very happy to hear from you! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="http://www.webamiata.it/tiraccon.htm" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.webamiata.it/tiraccon.htm</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Blue Hope New Sky (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Trampled (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Waiting (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - A Midnight on Jaquay (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-blue-hope-new-sky-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-blue-hope-new-sky-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-trampled-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-trampled-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-a-midnight-on-jaquay-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Tales from the fire mountain - Ep. 100

One of the most common gripes that foreigners have about us Tuscans is that we're so proud of our rich history to never miss the chance to sneak it into any conversation. While this has some merit, it would be quite difficult to act any differently. You see, history for us is not a distant thing, something you read in a book. It's literally everywhere around us, sneaking up on you when you least expect it. Need an example? Let's talk about the odd hospital that is just a stone throw's away from the Leaning Tower in Pisa. No matter how impractical and old-fashioned, Pisani love it so much to have delayed for decades its transfer to a more modern facility. They love it so much because it's possibly the oldest in the world, founded almost eight centuries ago. Not only it's very old, but it's the only one in the world that was born out of a massive naval battle and the clash of two giants of European politics who just hated each other. People in Pisa don't care much about the other hospitals in London or Paris that claim to have been around even longer: as far as they're concerned, the Santa Chiara is the template that was used all over Europe to create hospitals as we know them today. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you back to Pisa to tell you the fascinating story of the hospital born from a battle and why it became an integral part of Pisan identity. Remember it next time a Tuscan will bore the hell out of you with yet another anecdote from a long gone age. History never dies around here - and this is also what makes this land so unique. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or if you'd rather have us talk more about food, wine or the many hidden corners of this land only locals know about. Remember: we're at your service. Drop us a note at the links below: we'd be glad to hear from you!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)http://www.stilepisano.it/leggende/leg(g)ende_pisane_N48_battaglia_giglio_19_nov2018.pdfhttp://www.stilepisano.it/leggende/leg(g)ende_pisane_N49_nascita_ospedale_20_nov2018.pdfhttps://www.lanazione.it/cronaca/santa-maria-nuova-l-ospedale-pi%C3%B9-antico-del-mondo-compie-732-anni-1.5245465BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - A dark Blue Arc (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Children of the SonPipe Choir - Talk to MePipe Choir - Mapping the StarsProfound Beats - Lo-FiWayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-children-of-the-son-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-talk-to-me-instrumentalwavhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/profoundbeats/profound-beats-lo-fi-free-downloadhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

One of the most common gripes that foreigners have about us Tuscans is that we're so proud of our rich history to never miss the chance to sneak it into any conversation. While this has some merit, it would be quite difficult to act any differently. You see, history for us is not a distant thing, something you read in a book. It's literally everywhere around us, sneaking up on you when you least expect it. Need an example? Let's talk about the odd hospital that is just a stone throw's away from the Leaning Tower in Pisa. No matter how impractical and old-fashioned, Pisani love it so much to have delayed for decades its transfer to a more modern facility. They love it so much because it's possibly the oldest in the world, founded almost eight centuries ago. Not only it's very old, but it's the only one in the world that was born out of a massive naval battle and the clash of two giants of European politics who just hated each other. People in Pisa don't care much about the other hospitals in London or Paris that claim to have been around even longer: as far as they're concerned, the Santa Chiara is the template that was used all over Europe to create hospitals as we know them today. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you back to Pisa to tell you the fascinating story of the hospital born from a battle and why it became an integral part of Pisan identity. Remember it next time a Tuscan will bore the hell out of you with yet another anecdote from a long gone age. History never dies around here - and this is also what makes this land so unique. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or if you'd rather have us talk more about food, wine or the many hidden corners of this land only locals know about. Remember: we're at your service. Drop us a note at the links below: we'd be glad to hear from you! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="http://www.stilepisano.it/leggende/leg(g)ende_pisane_N48_battaglia_giglio_19_nov2018.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.stilepisano.it/leggende/leg(g)ende_pisane_N48_battaglia_giglio_19_nov2018.pdf</a> <a href="http://www.stilepisano.it/leggende/leg(g)ende_pisane_N49_nascita_ospedale_20_nov2018.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.stilepisano.it/leggende/leg(g)ende_pisane_N49_nascita_ospedale_20_nov2018.pdf</a> <a href="https://www.lanazione.it/cronaca/santa-maria-nuova-l-ospedale-pi%C3%B9-antico-del-mondo-compie-732-anni-1.5245465" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lanazione.it/cronaca/santa-maria-nuova-l-ospedale-pi%C3%B9-antico-del-mondo-compie-732-anni-1.5245465</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - A dark Blue Arc (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Children of the Son Pipe Choir - Talk to Me Pipe Choir - Mapping the Stars Profound Beats - Lo-Fi Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-children-of-the-son-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-children-of-the-son-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-talk-to-me-instrumentalwav" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-talk-to-me-instrumentalwav</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-mapping-the-stars-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/profoundbeats/profound-beats-lo-fi-free-download" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/profoundbeats/profound-beats-lo-fi-free-download</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

The ancient hospital under the Leaning Tower - Ep. 99

Despite the great wealth of amazing things to do and see, most foreigners come to our region firmly determined to get just two things that have very little to do with either art or culture: wine and food. Tuscans moan endlessly about it, especially when said foreigners ask them what is the dish they absolutely have to taste as soon as they land. Easier said than done. Tuscany is so varied that it's really hard to find a specialty that is available everywhere in our region. Maybe there is an exception, though: a winter stew that is very popular all over the Arno valley. Its weird name, "ribollita", is almost synonymous with this land and so popular that restaurants abroad try to charge ridiculous amounts of money for it. This is quite outrageous, considering that this earthy dish is the ultimate comfort food, born out of the very real necessity of feeding a large family with very little money. The history and evolution of this recipe is quite fascinating, especially if you think that it's made of very simple and inexpensive ingredients: cabbage, bread and beans. The ribollita is so famous that it's almost outrageous we have covered Tuscany for almost two years without ever mentioning it. That is why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to our very kitchen, where we will tell you everything there is to know about the queen of Tuscan cuisine, its infinite variations and all the advice you might need to recreate this great classic for your family. Beware, though: if you listen to the whole episode you might get really hungry. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or not. Drop us a line on social media or an email. Feedback is always greatly appreciated. We would love to hear from you!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.casaagricolarossi.it/lantica-storia-della-ribollita/https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/cibo-e-storia/ribollita-toscana-storia-origini-natura/https://redacademy.it/la-ribollita/http://www.gastronomiamanzi.it/articolo-zuppa-di-pane-pisana-ribollita/https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/ricette/primi/ribollita-toscana-di-pellegrino-artusi/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - WaitingWayne John Bradley - Pick you upThe Passion HiFi - BuriedWayne John Bradley - SummercycleWayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeatsforyou/free-the-passion-hifi-buriedhttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

Despite the great wealth of amazing things to do and see, most foreigners come to our region firmly determined to get just two things that have very little to do with either art or culture: wine and food. Tuscans moan endlessly about it, especially when said foreigners ask them what is the dish they absolutely have to taste as soon as they land. Easier said than done. Tuscany is so varied that it's really hard to find a specialty that is available everywhere in our region. Maybe there is an exception, though: a winter stew that is very popular all over the Arno valley. Its weird name, "ribollita", is almost synonymous with this land and so popular that restaurants abroad try to charge ridiculous amounts of money for it. This is quite outrageous, considering that this earthy dish is the ultimate comfort food, born out of the very real necessity of feeding a large family with very little money. The history and evolution of this recipe is quite fascinating, especially if you think that it's made of very simple and inexpensive ingredients: cabbage, bread and beans. The ribollita is so famous that it's almost outrageous we have covered Tuscany for almost two years without ever mentioning it. That is why this week What's Up Tuscany will bring you to our very kitchen, where we will tell you everything there is to know about the queen of Tuscan cuisine, its infinite variations and all the advice you might need to recreate this great classic for your family. Beware, though: if you listen to the whole episode you might get really hungry. Let us know if you like this kind of episode or not. Drop us a line on social media or an email. Feedback is always greatly appreciated. We would love to hear from you! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.casaagricolarossi.it/lantica-storia-della-ribollita/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.casaagricolarossi.it/lantica-storia-della-ribollita/</a> <a href="https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/cibo-e-storia/ribollita-toscana-storia-origini-natura/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/cibo-e-storia/ribollita-toscana-storia-origini-natura/</a> <a href="https://redacademy.it/la-ribollita/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://redacademy.it/la-ribollita/</a> <a href="http://www.gastronomiamanzi.it/articolo-zuppa-di-pane-pisana-ribollita/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.gastronomiamanzi.it/articolo-zuppa-di-pane-pisana-ribollita/</a> <a href="https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/ricette/primi/ribollita-toscana-di-pellegrino-artusi/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gazzettadelgusto.it/ricette/primi/ribollita-toscana-di-pellegrino-artusi/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Waiting Wayne John Bradley - Pick you up The Passion HiFi - Buried Wayne John Bradley - Summercycle Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/waiting-original-uplifting-indie-pop-style-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/pick-you-up-slow-poprock-style-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeatsforyou/free-the-passion-hifi-buried" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeatsforyou/free-the-passion-hifi-buried</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Ribollita, the queen of Tuscan cuisine - Ep. 98

Since we started this little podcast, we have been spending quite a substantial amount of time telling you the stories that made our remarkable homeland what it is. We firmly believe that the best way to know the heart and soul of a place is through the stories, real or imagined, that its people tell each other. There are some stories, though, that are so powerful that they become firmly embedded into the psyche of an entire planet. The sad tale of the star-crossed lovers from Verona is definitely one of them. Since when it became a global hit, the story told by the immense William Shakespeare has attracted a lot of attention. There are a few scholars that say that the Bard actually "borrowed" it from similar stories that had been circulating for a long time way south, in that odd peninsula in the middle of the Mediterranean. We had a look around and found two different stories coming from Florence and Siena that look A LOT like the tale told so beautifully by the English master. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will tell you how Ginevra and Giannozza might have been the real inspiration behind the character of Juliet Capulet. Were these young ladies real? While the Juliet from Siena comes from a book published a century before Shakespeare, the Florentine tale could be one of the most successful gossip stories of all times, powerful enough to transcend hearsay and enter the Pantheon of Tuscan legends. Do you like this kind of episodes, more focused on the stories themselves than on the way they impacted Tuscany? Let us know by dropping us a note on social media or an email. All feedback is greatly appreciated! Remember, we have no other way of growing.Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyLINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY)https://www.firenzetoday.it/social/halloween-firenze-storia-ginevra-amieri.htmlhttps://www.conoscifirenze.it/personaggi-fiorentini/585-Ginevra-degli-Amieri.htmlhttps://www.florencecity.it/lamore-vince-sempre-ginevra-degli-almieri/http://lafirenzedefiorentini.blogspot.com/2015/12/ginevra-la-sposa-fantasma.htmlhttps://francescarachelvalle.com/2015/09/02/ginevra-degli-almieri-la-sposa-che-visse-due-volte/http://insolitaitalia.databenc.it/storia/mariotto-e-ganozza-romeo-e-giulietta/https://it.wikisource.org/wiki/Il_Novellino/Parte_quarta/Novella_XXXIIIhttps://arzyncampo.altervista.org/257963465-2/BACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Almost Time (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - A Dark Blue Arc (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - Followers (Instrumental)Pipe Choir - The Opening ClosingIncompetech - Leopard Print ElevatorWayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-followers-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-the-opening-closinginstrumentalcreative-commonshttps://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

Since we started this little podcast, we have been spending quite a substantial amount of time telling you the stories that made our remarkable homeland what it is. We firmly believe that the best way to know the heart and soul of a place is through the stories, real or imagined, that its people tell each other. There are some stories, though, that are so powerful that they become firmly embedded into the psyche of an entire planet. The sad tale of the star-crossed lovers from Verona is definitely one of them. Since when it became a global hit, the story told by the immense William Shakespeare has attracted a lot of attention. There are a few scholars that say that the Bard actually "borrowed" it from similar stories that had been circulating for a long time way south, in that odd peninsula in the middle of the Mediterranean. We had a look around and found two different stories coming from Florence and Siena that look A LOT like the tale told so beautifully by the English master. That's why this week What's Up Tuscany will tell you how Ginevra and Giannozza might have been the real inspiration behind the character of Juliet Capulet. Were these young ladies real? While the Juliet from Siena comes from a book published a century before Shakespeare, the Florentine tale could be one of the most successful gossip stories of all times, powerful enough to transcend hearsay and enter the Pantheon of Tuscan legends. Do you like this kind of episodes, more focused on the stories themselves than on the way they impacted Tuscany? Let us know by dropping us a note on social media or an email. All feedback is greatly appreciated! Remember, we have no other way of growing. Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany LINKS TO SOURCES (ITALIAN ONLY) <a href="https://www.firenzetoday.it/social/halloween-firenze-storia-ginevra-amieri.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.firenzetoday.it/social/halloween-firenze-storia-ginevra-amieri.html</a> <a href="https://www.conoscifirenze.it/personaggi-fiorentini/585-Ginevra-degli-Amieri.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.conoscifirenze.it/personaggi-fiorentini/585-Ginevra-degli-Amieri.html</a> <a href="https://www.florencecity.it/lamore-vince-sempre-ginevra-degli-almieri/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.florencecity.it/lamore-vince-sempre-ginevra-degli-almieri/</a> <a href="http://lafirenzedefiorentini.blogspot.com/2015/12/ginevra-la-sposa-fantasma.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://lafirenzedefiorentini.blogspot.com/2015/12/ginevra-la-sposa-fantasma.html</a> <a href="https://francescarachelvalle.com/2015/09/02/ginevra-degli-almieri-la-sposa-che-visse-due-volte/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://francescarachelvalle.com/2015/09/02/ginevra-degli-almieri-la-sposa-che-visse-due-volte/</a> <a href="http://insolitaitalia.databenc.it/storia/mariotto-e-ganozza-romeo-e-giulietta/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://insolitaitalia.databenc.it/storia/mariotto-e-ganozza-romeo-e-giulietta/</a> <a href="https://it.wikisource.org/wiki/Il_Novellino/Parte_quarta/Novella_XXXIII" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://it.wikisource.org/wiki/Il_Novellino/Parte_quarta/Novella_XXXIII</a> <a href="https://arzyncampo.altervista.org/257963465-2/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://arzyncampo.altervista.org/257963465-2/</a> BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Almost Time (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - A Dark Blue Arc (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - Followers (Instrumental) Pipe Choir - The Opening Closing Incompetech - Leopard Print Elevator Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pc-one-a-dark-blue-arc-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-followers-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipechoir-followers-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-the-opening-closinginstrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/p-c-iii-the-opening-closinginstrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500077</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

Was there really a Tuscan Juliet? - Ep. 97

Since when we started this podcast, we've been repeating that, here in Tuscany, if you keep your eyes open and look beyond the picture-perfect postcard image, you can find all sorts of hidden treasures. Sometimes it just takes a bit of luck and a whole lot of determination. A walk down the high street of a random town can mean that you bump into a weird logo and fall precipitously into a veritable rabbit hole. For a pop-up art exhibition spot, the city government of Cascina, near Pisa, has chosen a weird logo, a stylized fish that wears a crown. Not many know that this is actually an ancient Christian symbol, dating back to the origins of Christianity. Even less people know that the crowned fishes are an integral part of a fresco that covers one of the walls of the little church of Saint Jacob's, in the hamlet of Zambra. What makes this fresco special? Well, it's 12 centuries old and it's the only one of its kind in Italy. Follow us for this very particular episode, where we will walk you through the treasure hunt that led us to uncover the mystery of the crowned fishes and discover how this unassuming little church in the middle of nowhere is one of Tuscany's best kept secrets. You only need a bit of patience - and a valid library card. Do you like the episodes dedicated to the least known corners of our region? Let us know by commenting here or sending us an email: we'll be more than happy to answer. It'd be swell if you also followed us on your favourite podcasting app, so that you don't miss a single episode. Remember, we have a world of stories to tell you!Email: podcast@larno.itFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/larno.itTwitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscanyBACKGROUND MUSICPipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental)Aerocity - Love LostCityfires - Blood Problems (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - SummercyclePipe Choir - Almost Time (Instrumental)Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original InstrumentalAll released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licensehttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumentalhttps://soundcloud.com/argofox/aerocity-love-losthttps://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfireshttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commonshttps://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commonshttp://www.pipechoir.com/

Since when we started this podcast, we've been repeating that, here in Tuscany, if you keep your eyes open and look beyond the picture-perfect postcard image, you can find all sorts of hidden treasures. Sometimes it just takes a bit of luck and a whole lot of determination. A walk down the high street of a random town can mean that you bump into a weird logo and fall precipitously into a veritable rabbit hole. For a pop-up art exhibition spot, the city government of Cascina, near Pisa, has chosen a weird logo, a stylized fish that wears a crown. Not many know that this is actually an ancient Christian symbol, dating back to the origins of Christianity. Even less people know that the crowned fishes are an integral part of a fresco that covers one of the walls of the little church of Saint Jacob's, in the hamlet of Zambra. What makes this fresco special? Well, it's 12 centuries old and it's the only one of its kind in Italy. Follow us for this very particular episode, where we will walk you through the treasure hunt that led us to uncover the mystery of the crowned fishes and discover how this unassuming little church in the middle of nowhere is one of Tuscany's best kept secrets. You only need a bit of patience - and a valid library card. Do you like the episodes dedicated to the least known corners of our region? Let us know by commenting here or sending us an email: we'll be more than happy to answer. It'd be swell if you also followed us on your favourite podcasting app, so that you don't miss a single episode. Remember, we have a world of stories to tell you! Email: <a href="mailto:podcast@larno.it">podcast@larno.it</a> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/larno.it" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/larno.it</a> Twitter: @arno_it / @WhatsupTuscany BACKGROUND MUSIC Pipe Choir - Bom Bom Breakthrough (Instrumental) Aerocity - Love Lost Cityfires - Blood Problems (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Summercycle Pipe Choir - Almost Time (Instrumental) Wayne John Bradley - Blues Rock Original Instrumental All released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-bom-bom-breakthrough-creative-commons-instrumental</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/argofox/aerocity-love-lost" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/argofox/aerocity-love-lost</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfires" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ljayofficial/blood-problems-instrumentalby-cityfires</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/summercycle-original-indie-style-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/pipe-choir-2/pipe-choir-almost-time-instrumental-creative-commons</a> <a href="https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://soundcloud.com/ayneohnradley/blues-rock-original-instrumentalcreative-commons</a> <a href="http://www.pipechoir.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.pipechoir.com/</a>

The mystery of the crowned fishes - Ep. 96

Every Friday the podcast from L'Arno will paint you a picture of the extraordinarily beloved region by telling the stories from today and the past that make it unique, while explaining every time a facet of the Tuscan character and the history of this land. The only English language podcast made by Tuscans, dedicated to everyone around the world that has a special place in his heart for this wonderful but very complicated region. Hosted by Luca Bocci, available every Friday.

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