Loving Pisa, Sienna & Voltera

We have been enjoying some relaxing days in San Gimignano and visiting local towns. The country side is absolutely stunning so even a drive with no destination is an experience.

Voltera was fantastic. Classic hill town with awesome views,  tiny little lane ways....
Leaning Tower of Pisa was very impressive ... and Pisa have great Pizza too !
Sienna is a bigger hilltown, perfect for wandering around.

Our hosts cooked us a magnificent Italian meal last night which was a true highlight. So much food !
Starter: Bruschetta, Pate, Salami, Ham - all from the farm
1st course - Pasta with beef sauce (Ragu)
2nd course - Roast Beef and Potatoes and another Beef dish (with chilli, onions, etc.)
Dessert - Apple Cake
Plus - their own White (local specialty 'Vernaccia' is very good), Red and Dessert wines
None of us could move after the meal.... amazing... all cooked by Grandma and brought to our house.

Cooking lessons from Grandma tomorrow !!

The boys are counting down now until they see snow for the first time and learn to ski in Switzerland.

cheers
Phil

View at Voltera 

Alex did not come up for air !

Happy days !

With our hosts in Tuscany

Sienna main Piazza

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