Buccellato di Lucca is from the Tuscan region and particularly – the city of Lucca. The bread is made with raisins, and it used to be the favorite of the Roman army. Shaped in the form of a ring or …
The Walls “Le Mura” Make Lucca Special
“Le Mura” The first thing you see as you near the city center in Lucca is the outer wall or Le Mura. Whether you arrive by train, bus, or car it is there right in front of you. To enter …
Explore the Unique Piazza dell’ Anfiteatro
The uniqueness of Piazza dell’ Anfiteatro in Lucca is given by its singular elliptical shape. Also, by the frame of medieval houses that embrace it. They cover the entire perimeter, increasing the charm. If you have ever been to Lucca, …
Cacio e Pepe: An Easy Roman Pasta Dish
Cacio e Pepe I always thought Cacio e Pepe was made with cream. Little did I know it’s the cheese mixed with the pasta water that creates the smooth cheesy sauce all by itself! Gary and I took a pasta …