Eating out in Italy is always an experience in itself and Gaiole in Chianti is no different. There are many restaurants and experiences to choose from, including:
Restaurants
Castello di Spaltenna
La Grotta della Rana
Osteria Il Papavero
La Contrade
Markets
Greve in Chianti
Every Saturday from 8am to 1 pm
Special Markets:
Il Pagliaio Market which highlights organic foods and producers, Every fourth Sunday of the month in the morning
Stelle e Mercanti, an evening market with food, artisans and music ONLY in June, July and August on the third Thursday from 6 pm till 11 pm
Fiera Annuale di Settembre, is the first Wednesday in September with food and local artisans
Panzano in Chianti
Every Sunday from 8am to 1 pm
Special Markets: The Aprilante Market takes place every first Sunday of the month – local artisans exhibit their wares, while local producers offer honey, cheeses,
salumi and much more including antiques. Over 100 tables through the small village, all shops are open and a feeling of “fiesta” in the air.
Recipes
• Stracotto al Chianti – Beef braised in Chianti
• Cinghiale in dolceforte – A traditional Tuscan wild boar stew in a dolceforte Sauce made with cocoa powder
