What to eat in San Gimignano and surroundings
San Gimignano and its surroundings are places steeped in Tuscan history and culinary culture, where food is a central element of everyday life. If you are planning a trip to this area, don't miss the opportunity to stay at B&B La Cornice and taste the traditional local dishes.
In this article, we will recommend some of the most delicious and characteristic dishes of Tuscan cuisine!
Let's start with pici, a simple but tasty dish that you can find in almost any restaurant in the area. Pici is a homemade pasta, similar to spaghetti but thicker, with a very intense and characteristic flavor. Pici can be combined with different seasonings, with cheese and pepper, with ragù meat sauce, but the most traditional seasonings are aglione sauce and crumbs. Join the cooking class at our B&B La Cornice to learn how to make pici with your own hands!
Let’s now pass to the wild boar, an animal that lives freely in the Tuscan woods and has been the typical Tuscan venison animal for centuries. Wild boar meat is lean and very tasty, it is used in many traditional Tuscan dishes. If you want to try a different wild boar dish, we recommend wild boar stew, a flavorful and nutritious dish that is often served with polenta or potatoes.
We also cannot forget saffron. A valuable ingredient of the cuisine of this area, which is used in many Tuscan dishes. San Gimignano saffron is famous for its high quality and intense aroma. Saffron risotto is one of the best-known dishes in the area, but saffron is also used to cook other dishes such as ribollita, legume soup and fish soup. In addition, you can buy saffron directly from local producers, who grow the plants in a traditional and artisanal way.
Finally, you cannot leave San Gimignano without tasting the schiacciata fiorentina, a traditional dessert of Tuscan cuisine. This dessert has a soft and fluffy texture, similar to that of a cake. The schiacciata fiorentina is often flavored with lemon zest or vanilla and can be decorated with powdered sugar or dark chocolate. It is the perfect dessert to enjoy after a meal or accompanied by a glass of fortified wine, such as vin santo. is also occasionally offered for breakfast at B&B La Cornice.
These are just a few of the dishes you can taste during your stay in San Gimignano! In addition, the area is also famous for its fine wines, such as Chianti and Vernaccia di San Gimignano, which you can find upon arrival in your room, if requested during the booking. Do not miss incredible wine, olive oil and truffle tastings made by local producers.
In short, San Gimignano and its surroundings are a true paradise for lovers of good food and good wine, a visit to this area of Tuscany, will be an unforgettable experience for your palate!
Book now your stay at B&B La Cornice and fully enjoy your vacation in Tuscany!