Cookbook author and long-time resident of Italy, Amber Guinness, shares her expertise on the best Tuscan dishes and dining spots to explore during autumn.
According to Guinness, autumn is the prime season for porcini, olive oil, chestnuts, truffles, and stews in Tuscany.
Although Tuscany is often associated with balmy summer days and the incessant cacophony of cicadas, it’s in the colder months that its food truly sings.
As temperatures drop in October, the region experiences a sense of respite after the long, languid months of searing heat.
Author's summary: Explore Tuscany's autumn delights with Amber Guinness.