Experience a unique holiday in Mugello Tuscany
Is there any corona entity in the whole world that would not make us plunge into the depths of despair, but rather uplift our spirits, give us hope, vitality and confidence in a better future?! Continue reading “A Miraculous Corona: Taraxacum Officinale”
After seven years of intense experiments, Aperol was launched on the market in June 1919. Little did the producers imagine that their herbal liquor would become worldwide known in the coming decades. Continue reading “Aperol Spritz Party in Tuscany”
We are happy to announce a new partnership between our agriturismo in Mugello, Tuscant and Arte Laguna Prize in Venice promoting contemporary art. Continue reading “Il Poggio alle Ville for Art”
What can be more exciting than a pizza party when on a holiday in Tuscany?! Our guest families and us come together every week to eat, chat, laugh and drink while tasting schiacciata and five other types of probably the most famous Italian food. Continue reading “Open Air Pizza Party in Mugello”
Pomarola was always a big event in Raffaele’s family. His mother Maria-Laura, the nannies, relatives and friends (generally only women 🙂 ) got together in the month of August to prepare this Tuscan traditional tomato sauce. There is of course a basic recipe but all families decide to add a bit of their own personal tastes so you will never find one jar similar to another. Continue reading “Pomarola – A Family Event in Tuscany”
What a great way to discover Mugello, the northern part of Tuscany: a photo hike with locals who show you the area and guide you and your camera through the natural beauties of this region! Continue reading “Discover Mugello With A Photo Hike”
In June 2018 we celebrated 20 years since Villa Montagna, our family holiday villa for 18 guests, has been welcoming travelers from all over the world. This year, Villa Montagna is a perfect place for a healthy holiday in full safety. Continue reading “Villa Montagna, Your Home in Mugello”
Many farms in Tuscany have their own tiny chapel. Ours is just to the left of the Reception entrance. You notice the cross above the door. In the last couple of years the door is open most of the times to let everyone enjoy this small and peaceful place. Continue reading “San Vincenzo Ferreri Chapel in Mugello”
A truffle hunt is a special experience when you are at Il Poggio alle Ville. It is a pleasant hike, fascinating information, kids get muddy and at the end you taste this tiny miracle of nature. Continue reading “Truffle hunting in Mugello”
My love for old doors and windows started from the very first weeks of my new life in Tuscany nearly 20 years ago. Continue reading “Old Doors and Windows in Tuscany”