Easter in Tuscany: a culinary feast
Tuscany is not only famous for its breathtaking landscapes and exceptional wines, but also for its festive customs and culinary traditions, which are particularly evident at Easter. The Easter table in Tuscany is a delight for all the senses and can be discovered in a variety of dishes and flavours.
An Easter celebration in Tuscany would not be complete without lamb dishes. Lamb has a strong symbolic meaning and is traditionally prepared on Easter Sunday. Whether roasted, braised in a clay pot or grilled, lamb is the absolute star of the Easter menu in Tuscany.
In Tuscany, there is a very special Easter bread called "Schiacciata di Pasqua". It is a sweet sourdough bread that is traditionally enriched with aniseed and orange flavouring. Inside the schiacciata there is often candied fruit, which gives the bread its special sweet flavour.
An Easter dinner in Tuscany is of course not complete without a good Tuscan wine. We recommend strong red wines such as Brunello di Montalcino or Bolgheri, which go perfectly with lamb dishes.
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Caprili is a first-class red wine made from Sangiovese grapes. This powerful wine is the ideal accompaniment to savoury lamb dishes, which are typical of the Easter holidays in Tuscany.
Seggio Bolgheri Rosso Poggio al Tesoro is another Tuscan red wine that goes perfectly with Easter dishes. The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot gives it an elegant and harmonious flavour.
The Easter tradition of chocolate eggs should also not be forgotten. It is customary to give chocolate eggs to children and adults on Easter Sunday. They are often filled with little surprises;
The "Colomba Pasquale" is a traditional Italian Easter cake that is also popular in Tuscany. It is a soft, fluffy pastry that is prepared in the shape of a dove and sprinkled with icing sugar and almonds.
The most popular Easter pigeons are among our favourites:
Easter chocolate colomba The traditional dove recipe is reinterpreted here with a delicious chocolate coating. The delicate chocolate pieces provide an intense flavour experience and an unusual reinterpretation of the classic Easter dove;
Artisan Easter dove The artisan colomba from Fratelli Lunardi is a must for all lovers of traditional Italian Easter sweets. Made from the finest ingredients and according to a traditional recipe, it is the epitome of authentic flavour.
Bria Colomba Bria Colomba occupies a special place in the range of Tuscan Easter treats. The inspired version of the well-known Panbriacone retains its unique and refined flavour, combined with a liqueur soul that seduces with every bite. One variation is the Mokanero Bria Colomba, in which coffee liqueur meets delicious dark chocolate drops. The best-known products include cheese and sausages, which are ideal for Easter dinner;
TheCacio di Afroditea classic, long-ripened sheep's cheese with a medium-intensity flavour and notes of dried fruit and milk, is the perfect addition to a variety of Easter recipes and can be enjoyed as a starter or as part of a cheese platter.
Another typical Tuscan cheese is the Grotta del Fiorini, which is matured in the natural Fiorini cave in Roccalbegna. This special maturing process gives the cheese its characteristic flavour and texture and makes it a typical food for every Easter celebration;
Lonza di cinta senese DOP is a traditional Tuscan speciality made from the meat of the Cinta Senese pig. It is a delicious addition to your Easter menu;
Salame di Cinta Senese PDO is another speciality made from the meat of the Cinta Senese pig and is characterised by its intense flavour. Perfect as an appetiser or as part of an antipasti platter;
Easter in Tuscany is more than just a celebration: it is a true culinary experience. From savoury lamb dishes to the sweet temptations of the Easter tradition - Easter in Tuscany offers a wealth of tasty experiences with something for everyone. Blog by Passione Toscana
Lamb dishes: the symbol of Easter
An Easter celebration in Tuscany would not be complete without lamb dishes. Lamb has a strong symbolic meaning and is traditionally prepared on Easter Sunday. Whether roasted, braised in a clay pot or grilled, lamb is the absolute star of the Easter menu in Tuscany.
Schiacciata for Easter: a festive bread
In Tuscany, there is a very special Easter bread called "Schiacciata di Pasqua". It is a sweet sourdough bread that is traditionally enriched with aniseed and orange flavouring. Inside the schiacciata there is often candied fruit, which gives the bread its special sweet flavour.
Wine: the perfect accompaniment
An Easter dinner in Tuscany is of course not complete without a good Tuscan wine. We recommend strong red wines such as Brunello di Montalcino or Bolgheri, which go perfectly with lamb dishes.
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Caprili is a first-class red wine made from Sangiovese grapes. This powerful wine is the ideal accompaniment to savoury lamb dishes, which are typical of the Easter holidays in Tuscany.
Seggio Bolgheri Rosso Poggio al Tesoro is another Tuscan red wine that goes perfectly with Easter dishes. The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot gives it an elegant and harmonious flavour.
Easter eggs: a sweet tradition
The Easter tradition of chocolate eggs should also not be forgotten. It is customary to give chocolate eggs to children and adults on Easter Sunday. They are often filled with little surprises;
Colomba Pasquale: an Italian Easter classic
The "Colomba Pasquale" is a traditional Italian Easter cake that is also popular in Tuscany. It is a soft, fluffy pastry that is prepared in the shape of a dove and sprinkled with icing sugar and almonds.
The most popular Easter pigeons are among our favourites:
Easter chocolate colomba The traditional dove recipe is reinterpreted here with a delicious chocolate coating. The delicate chocolate pieces provide an intense flavour experience and an unusual reinterpretation of the classic Easter dove;
Artisan Easter dove The artisan colomba from Fratelli Lunardi is a must for all lovers of traditional Italian Easter sweets. Made from the finest ingredients and according to a traditional recipe, it is the epitome of authentic flavour.
Bria Colomba Bria Colomba occupies a special place in the range of Tuscan Easter treats. The inspired version of the well-known Panbriacone retains its unique and refined flavour, combined with a liqueur soul that seduces with every bite. One variation is the Mokanero Bria Colomba, in which coffee liqueur meets delicious dark chocolate drops. The best-known products include cheese and sausages, which are ideal for Easter dinner;
TheCacio di Afroditea classic, long-ripened sheep's cheese with a medium-intensity flavour and notes of dried fruit and milk, is the perfect addition to a variety of Easter recipes and can be enjoyed as a starter or as part of a cheese platter.
Another typical Tuscan cheese is the Grotta del Fiorini, which is matured in the natural Fiorini cave in Roccalbegna. This special maturing process gives the cheese its characteristic flavour and texture and makes it a typical food for every Easter celebration;
Lonza di cinta senese DOP is a traditional Tuscan speciality made from the meat of the Cinta Senese pig. It is a delicious addition to your Easter menu;
Salame di Cinta Senese PDO is another speciality made from the meat of the Cinta Senese pig and is characterised by its intense flavour. Perfect as an appetiser or as part of an antipasti platter;
Easter in Tuscany is more than just a celebration: it is a true culinary experience. From savoury lamb dishes to the sweet temptations of the Easter tradition - Easter in Tuscany offers a wealth of tasty experiences with something for everyone. Blog by Passione Toscana
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