Mary Freeland | July 21, 2010
Wine is a wonderful cooking tool. It can be used to poach, blanch, saute and it enhances the flavor of nearly any dish. It is especially good in simple seafood dishes that the coastal regions in Tuscany are renowned for.
Mary Freeland | July 14, 2010
One summer in Rome our adventurous spirit decided to make a showing at one of the small family owned pizzeria shops that line the streets through out the city. In rows of lit glass cases were displayed handmade pizzas in a dizzying variety.
Mary Freeland | July 7, 2010
• It’s doubtful that anyone thinks of Tuscany without thinking of wine. But did you know that more than juice comes from the stomping or pressing of the grape? A luscious and amazingly healthy byproduct of wine production is Grape Seed oil. This oil contains all the antioxidants of wine thus provides many of the same health benefits.
Mary Freeland | June 19, 2010
From hanging some of your vibrant pottery serving platters and plates on the wall to grouping decorative bottles of olive oil on the counter, these Tuscan kitchen accessories create a sense of lived in, cozy style.
Mary Freeland | June 16, 2010
Drinking in the beauty of the sunflowers, breathe in deeply the perfumed breeze and simply enjoying the pleasures of a day spent in earnest pursuit of nothing at all. This is the essence of what draws many of us to Tuscany. Topping off the day dream this week we bring you refreshment befitting the journey, Toscana Limonata.
Mary Freeland | June 12, 2010
When it comes to dishes in your Tuscan kitchen or dining room, forget about fragile china in fussy, pretentious patterns. Across Tuscany, kitchen tables and dining rooms are set with pottery dishes decorated in gorgeous, colorful patterns.
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 | June 2, 2010
Nestled along the Mediterranean, Tuscany and the Spanish coastal region called Andalusia, share more than just coastline.
Influences from the ocean and the common climates infuse both their food and their culture. Much like Tuscany, Andalusia is known for amazing cuisine that takes center stage at seasonal festivals. Among the many celebrations in the Spanish culture [...]
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.
