Mary Freeland | June 9, 2010
The winner of our Tuscan moveable feast series blog post contest is Shannon. Each post was assigned a number, those were plugged into a random sequence generator to select the winning number. Congratulations Shannon! Email your shipping information to tuscanhdd@comcast.net to receive your platter. It will be a beautiful way to serve [...]
Mary Freeland | June 9, 2010
Artichokes are part and parcel to many of the great Italian country style meals you’ll find in Tuscany. Though they can be a bit labor intensive, the final result is well worth it. With a nutty and earthy flavor they are a mellow compliment to any table.
Mary Freeland | May 26, 2010
Here at Tuscan Home it’s our goal to help you bring that Tuscan style and philosophy into your life and home. Surrounding yourself with comfort and style and living a life that has a more relaxed pace are some of the pillars of what makes Tuscan living so attractive. Our philosophy is you can take Tuscany with you.
Mary Freeland | May 19, 2010
As the weather warms and our movable feast grows in both guests and dishes, we thought that offering up a refreshing dish would be a perfect complement to the table. Our dish today can be served with the meal as a dessert or as a wonderful cooling finish to the evening. It can even be enjoyed all by itself as a “grow up” summer treat.
Mary Freeland | May 12, 2010
No feast is complete without something sweet. Our movable feast of Tuscan delights is no exception. This week we bring you an airy sweet confection with the rich flavor of hazelnuts.
Mary Freeland | May 7, 2010
Up ’til now we’ve focused mainly on hard furnishings and finishes like tables, flooring, and even glass light fixtures. But it’s important to remember that Tuscan décor needs to be comfortable—and with only hard surfaces and sharp angles, your home is going to feel about as welcoming as a jail cell!
Mary Freeland | April 30, 2010
We’ve looked at how stone, wood, and even plaster fit into the construction of a Tuscan style home, but one major element that’s often overlooked is glass. Yes, that’s right, glass! Although Tuscan décor does typically focus on natural materials, some manmade elements like glass play an important role in defining your style. Found in [...]
Mary Freeland | April 28, 2010
Continuing to fill our festive table with Piatti Poco (little dishes) that feature bold but simple flavors, the week brings us a luscious combination sweet and savory. Taking advantage of ingredients at their peak, you may choose to replace the Fichi (figs) with in season melons. To please the eye as well as the taste [...]
Mary Freeland | April 23, 2010
Kitchens are one of the most popular rooms to decorate in the Tuscan style, so I thought it would be worth spending a whole post looking at Tuscan design for cupboards and kitchens. Choosing the right cabinetry can make a big difference in whether your Tuscan kitchen looks great or just feels awkward.
Mary Freeland | April 21, 2010
Starting this week and running for the next month and a half or so, we are going to be bringing you dishes, simple and fresh, to build yourself a celebratory feast for the coming summer months. All the dishes, decor suggestions and settings will be part of a contest held at the end of the [...]
