Borgo di Gaiole, Wine and Dine

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

Via Spaltenna, 13, 53013 Gaiole In Chianti SI

 

La Grotta della Rana

Loc. San Sano, Gaiole in Chianti


Osteria Il Papavero

Località Barbischio, 15, 53013 Gaiole In Chianti

 

La Contrade

53013 Gaiole in Chianti, Province of Siena


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