Catalog Search Results
Author
Language
English
Description
In this sequel to her" New York Times" bestsellers" Under the Tuscan Sun" and" Bella Tuscany," the celebrated "bard of Tuscany" ("New York Times") Frances Mayes lyrically chronicles her continuing, two decades-long love affair with Tuscany's people, art, cuisine, and lifestyle.
Author
Language
English
Description
Frances Mayes - poet, gourmet cook and travel writer - opens the door on a wondrous new world when she buys and restores an abandoned villa in the spectular Tuscan countryside. She finds faded frescoes beneath the whitewash in the dining room, a vineyard under wildly overgrown brambles - and eve an wayward scorpion under her pillow. And from her traditional kitchen and simple garden she creates dozens of delicious seasonal recipes, all included in...
Author
Language
English
Appears on these lists
Formats
Description
A chronicle of the author's first four years in Italy, describing her purchase and restoration of an abandoned villa in the Tuscan countryside, her transformation of the overgrown gardens, and her discovery of the many links between the food and culture of the region.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
This second book from Dario Castagno is a delightfully honest mix of memoirs from life in the hills of Tuscany's legendary Chianti region. Set on the day the author arrived home after a three-month tour of the United States promoting his first book, A Day in Tuscany compels readers to experience this enchanted corner of Italy through the heart and mind of a true Tuscan. As Castagno sees his beloved hills with fresh eyes and reacquaints himself with...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Hidden Tuscany vividly displays the coastal areas of Tuscany, a territory often overlooked by visitors to Italy eager to see Chianti, Florence or Siena. Veteran journalist and Italophile John Keahey points out the keen distinctions that the western cities maintain: in food, lifestyle, and the way its artists are paving new directions in art that differ mightily from the Renaissance-rich interior. Keahey interviews sculptors and their artigiani, craftsmen...
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Frances Mayes, whose enchanting #1 New York Times bestseller Under the Tuscan Sun made the world fall in love with Tuscany, invites readers back for a delightful new season of friendship, festivity, and food, there and throughout Italy.
Having spent her summers in Tuscany for the past several years, Frances Mayes relished the opportunity to experience the pleasures of primavera, an Italian spring. A sabbatical from teaching
7) Tuscany
Series
Language
English
Description
Ian Wright starts his journey in the stunning city of Florence before heading north to the town of Carrara. After some wine tasting in Chianti, he takes the train to the city of Siena, before ending his journey in Pisa, home to the famous leaning tower.
9) In Tuscany
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
In this "ode to the joys of Tuscany's people, food, landscapes, and art," the author presents a series of essays, a chapter by her poet husband, a few recipes, and more than 200 color photographs.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Lonely Planet's Florence & Tuscany is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at masterpieces in the Uffizi Gallery, zoom down the Etruscan Coast and sunbathe on a stunning Elba beach; all with your trusted travel companion.
15) Tuscany
Series
Cities of the world volume 177
Language
English
Description
This central Italian region is known as sunny Tuscany. There are a myriad of books and films propagating its landscape and beautiful cities. There are rustic, old houses hiding among the hills, the vineyards, and olive gardens, where one can buy good wine, olive oil, honey, and fine cheese. Tuscany is the birthplace of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Petrarca, Puccini and many other famous artists. Includes: Florence, Siena, Pisa, Arezzo, Cortona, San Gimignano,...
Author
Language
English
Description
In this sequel to her" New York Times" bestsellers" Under the Tuscan Sun" and" Bella Tuscany, " the celebrated "bard of Tuscany" ("New York Times") Frances Mayes lyrically chronicles her continuing, two decades-long love affair with Tuscany's people, art, cuisine, and lifestyle.
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Suggest a purchase. Submit Request