10/30/2024
We found farm-to-table heaven just outside Pienza š
One of the many things we love about Tuscanyāand Italy in generalāis its strong focus on fresh, local, seasonal food. With so many farms in the region, thereās no shortage of absolutely outstanding restaurants to enjoy in the area.
Among our favorites is Podere Il Casale, a family-owned organic farm and winery. The farm grows and produces all of its own food, including flour, cheese, meats, vegetables, wine, olive oil, honey truffle and more!
The owners, Sandra and Ulisse, originally from Switzerland, bought Podere Il Casaleāa then run-down Tuscan farmsteadāover 30 years ago. They wanted to reconnect with nature and embrace sustainable farming. Today, itās evolved into a full-fledged destination offering wine tastings, cheese-making workshops, cooking classes, truffle hunts, and a fantastic farm-to-table restaurant serving incredible food with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
We dare you not to fall in love with Podere Il Casale like we, and many others, haveāitās hard not to, especially with the warm, friendly atmosphere. š
Fun fact: Their three sons and two daughters-in-law all work on the farm, making it a true family affair. If youād like to learn more about their story, they even wrote a book about their journey and their love for family, food, and farming in the Tuscan countryside.
Bookmark this address for your next trip! š
This is the type of place weāre always looking out for at UnTours. If thatās you, donāt hesitate to contact us to introduce yourself. For UnTourists, weāve got all our favorite spots listed on our app, so youāll never have to guess where to go. Then again, from experience, itās hard not to have a fantastic meal in Tuscany!