by palazzopasserini | Sep 1, 2025 | Christmas, Festivals, Food, Hilltop Towns, Italian Traditions, Shopping
Christmas in Cortona is pure theatre. The medieval streets transform into a stage set of twinkling fairy lights, glowing shopfronts, and elaborate light displays that cast a festive glow across the piazzas. The town takes on a magical rhythm, with music drifting from...
by palazzopasserini | Aug 21, 2025 | Drink, Events, Festivals, Food, Hilltop Towns, Shopping
Tuscany in late autumn and early winter has a magic all of its own. The summer crowds have drifted away, the hills are painted in burnt orange and gold, and the pace slows to something far more local. This is the season for hearty dishes, truffle hunting, long...
by palazzopasserini | May 10, 2025 | Events, Festivals, History, Italian Traditions
Twice a year, the historic city of Siena transforms into something unforgettable. Flags ripple from ancient windows, drummers echo through cobbled streets, and locals pour into the Piazza del Campo with centuries of pride in their hearts. This is the Palio di Siena —...
by palazzopasserini | Mar 11, 2025 | Events, Festivals, Food
Tuscany is magical all year round, but there’s something particularly special about the height of summer. Long, sun-drenched days, golden fields shimmering in the heat, and a festive atmosphere that fills every piazza. If you’re dreaming of a summer escape, July and...
by palazzopasserini | Dec 29, 2024 | Day Trips, Events, Festivals, Food, Shopping
Discovering the Arezzo Antique Market When it comes to unique shopping experiences in Tuscany, the Arezzo Antiques Market is an absolute gem. Held on the first weekend of every month, it transforms the medieval streets of Arezzo into an open-air bazaar, brimming with...
by palazzopasserini | Dec 11, 2024 | Day Trips, Events, Festivals, Food, Press
Cortona, with its central location and rich history, is the perfect base for exploring Tuscany’s food festivals. Staying at Palazzo Passerini not only offers luxury and comfort but also places you within easy reach of the region’s best culinary events. Whether you’re...
