Category Archives: Arezzo and surroundings
“Caffè degli Artisti” in Cortona and its fine selection of leaf teas
Abbey Farneta, a jewel outside Cortona
Carnival days in Tuscany
Carnival, or Carnevale in Italian, is celebrated in many towns and villages of Italy and, of course, also in Tuscany. This event, having its roots in ancestral, pagan traditions and then adapted to Christian rituals, is celebrated with parades, parties and masquerade balls. Children throw confetti at each other, and…
Fett’unta: good Tuscan snacks, very fair prices!
During our visit to Cortona we found “La Fett’unta”, a nice country stuzzicheria (a snack bar serving typical Italian little plates) opposite to the popular Osteria del Teatro, in Via Maffei, at a few steps from the central Piazza Signorelli. Despite its small entrance, we were attracted by the menu…