Slow Living in Tuscany | Exploring Siena, Val d'Orcia, Chianti, Pienza, San Gimignano

Join us on our journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany as we visit some of the most charming towns in the region. We'll explore Siena, Greve in Chianti, San Gimignano, Pienza and Val d'Orcia. Come discover the stunning landscapes of Tuscany, take a stroll through the winding streets of these enchanting towns and experience the rich culture and history of this beautiful region in Italy. We'll indulge in the local cuisine, and sample some of the finest wine and cheese the region has to offer. We'll also share with you some travel tips for your vacation in Tuscany, as well as the must-eat foods popular in the region. Life slows down here. The beauty of nature takes center stage. The rolling hills, fields, the cypress trees, the vineyards and the picturesque villages all come together to create a landscape that is nothing short of breathtaking. Come along with us as as we remind ourselves of the moments that make life worth living.
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[@degunver7672]

I cry when I eat in Italy because I realize that I’ve been cheated by all the subpar food I’ve eaten at home in America. The food is so delicious and fresh in Italy. When you get home nothing tastes as good as when you were in Italy. 🍝 ❤

[@Cmar24]

Lol same. If you have an Eataly near you I recommend. The prices aren’t the same as Italy but the food is really close and it’s a market also so you can try to make your own food at hime

[@hermitwatcher8997]

My husband and I are planning a family trip in 2024. He calls himself a foodie but he thinks the Olive Garden and chilis is good dining. He doesn’t like wine or coffee. I’m hoping a trip to Italy will change his soul

[@mikemizery1801]

It should chilis sux so so so much fkn at times in the almost un edible fake Italian at its worse

[@nicolerobinson1059]

Truth. I never knew I liked tomatos until I had them in Italy. Everything taste so much better.

[@CasaArdor]

Italy, especially Tuscany, is truly amazing! We felt the same way when we decided to leave Los Angeles behind and embrace the Tuscan dream back in 2017. The journey has had its challenges, but it's been incredibly rewarding. In fact, we've taken our adventure up a notch by purchasing an abandoned seaside villa and transforming it into our dream home. The renovation process has been wild, and we're excited to share all the craziness and wonder on our channel. We'd love for you to swing by and check out our journey-it's been quite the adventure in Tuscany! ⭐ Rob & Andrea - Casa Ardor

[@kimmychan1967]

Absolutely stunning countryside. And I’m drooling! 😋 Thumbs up for the bidet demonstration. 🤌🏼

[@ThePasinis]

Alessio thought it would be useful 😂

[@kimmychan1967]

@@ThePasinis most definitely!!

[@juanitaybarra9955]

Love the lesson Mr Bidet. 😂😂😂 I will keep it clean.

[@deannaharper7589]

I have been back and forth to Europe since 1986. Finally! I have had all of my bidet questions answered! Thank you! ❤

[@ProfumoDiSanremo]

Siete una bellissima coppia. Ottimi video, utili persino per noi italiani!

[@rebeccal8962]

Alessio as Mr Bidet ! He’s so open and comfortable to talk about it (period included). I love it 🎉

[@kathyrapiejko6318]

OMG you guys! Thank you for taking us along to this incredibly beautiful region of Italy! It was SO romantic & the food looked amazing! Also, many thanks to "Mr. Bidet" for showing us Americans how to actually use a bidet - I never really knew!! 🙄 I think decision made: YOU HAVE TO MOVE TO ITALY! 🇮🇹

[@Pshibelski]

Finally, somebody has explained what and how to use a bidet! Also, my wife and I love your informative and entertaining videos! Thank you...

[@Gwinneth]

Omg, I dream of the the white wine gelato in San Gimignano! The first time I tried it was in 2003. It was divine. Love this vid.

[@vonlipi]

The ingredients in Italy are so superior than anywhere in the world and that is why the food tastes so amazing! The water, the soil….so amazing!

[@michelewright9090]

The views…the food…I’m in heaven watching you two beautiful people living your best life…Jessi, how’s your ankle? All those hills and steps…

[@ThePasinis]

Thank you! The ankle is much better, but still hurt if she do too much

[@eringray9349]

Alessio explaining the bidet is the content I never knew I needed :) Overall, another great video! Love the content from you guys, as always.

[@charlab.7838]

I loved visiting Tuscany! Had the best steak ever at Fattorio Poggio Alloro with Chef/owner Sara Fioroni. They raise their own cattle and make their own wine....it's a lovely family farm in Tuscany near San Gimignano! I love your videos.

[@jenbale]

What a stunning area. I have been watching the Giro d Italia cycling race and the scenery has taken my breath away. Italy is such a beautiful country.

[@ThePasinis]

We couldn’t get over the views!!

[@annarae2396]

It truly is amazing. I grew up in Northern California which has some of the most beautiful rugged scenery, but Italy still takes my breath away every day.

[@Lisap369]

I drove around Tuscany for a week in 2019. It's my favourite region in the world! ❤

[@sandracastell9549]

Tennessee? Time to move! I live in Hawaii, but if I had to move it would be to Tuscany. We stayed in Cortona for a week, and visited a hill town everyday. We wanted to see the art in the basilicas. Lunch was always delicious. We would return to Cortona at the end of the day and eat dinner at the same restaurant - made it feel like we lived in Cortona. We did not have to move the luggage - more time to see basilicas! I stayed in Tennessee for a week, and ate barbecue, watermelon and sweet tea everyday.

[@robTuscan]

What a beautiful country. Italy is always my favorite!!! 🇮🇹

[@LaurieMavesART]

Omg I believe we were in the same cities as you two at the same time. San Gimignano, Siena - and then we went to Perugia and Orvieto and your video made me weep I miss Italy so much. I am married to an American now, but italiano, who grew up in Venezia and Florence. And goodness can’t wait to return to Umbria and Toscano as soon as we can. Grazie per questo video!

[@jeannine8237]

PLEASE put together a list of all the places you've dined at for pur reference! Just returned from my first trip to Italy - saw Rome, Sorrento, Positano, Chiusi, Orvieto, Florence, Chianti and Siena - gorgeous, every single one and I can't return fast enough!

[@cosettapessa6417]

I’m italian and i visited siena many times but then 4 years ago i went to arezzo and damn i was blown away.

[@hermitwatcher8997]

How long were you there?

[@dogmom2023]

Only in my dreams.. thank you beautiful people for sharing...

[@dumitriudaniela]

the italian tuscan countryside is stunning as always, ive visited many times and it just takes my breath away. But this, guys, is not slow living ... you moved from one place to another hurrying and instead of basking in and savoring each place. That would have been slow traveling which is part of slow living. Eating good food and ice cream is only a small delight of the whole spectrum of pleasures that creates the slow living lifestyle. This video gave me the feeling of traveling in a hurry and disconnected from the pleasures of places you visited.

[@dona5961]

there is only one place in the world where everyday life is so completely reflected in the sublime, in a wonderful mix of nature and culture........it is Tuscany. Marie-Henri Beyle, Stendhal

[@ingridnh1]

Love, love, love Tuscany! Truly one of the most beautiful places on Earth! Will be visiting again soon and I can not wait! ❤

[@emilywynstra]

How wonderful…just an incredibly talented guy gifting his voice on the street! That potato pie with cheese and pears looked soooooo yummy! I hope your ankle is feeling better Jessi! 🥰

[@LynleyByrd482]

We absolutely loved Pienza! Didn’t get to be there long but had the best gelato of our whole trip to Italy there!

[@estikekry6720]

A year ago i was in italy for a month and stumbled across your channel when we left there while still being in europe….. your videos are bringing me to tears cause i miss it so much. 😭😭😭😭 Have yall tried nociolla?

[@fartsmcgee8700]

I came to this video from your restaurant short, where you mention going to the same restaurant 2 days in a row. I was so thrilled at the idea of just enjoying yourself and the food so much you don’t do the classic travel thing of “we don’t come here often, we have to try different things each time”. I saw it links to this video “Slow Living in Tuscany” and really felt that what you demonstrated is the most “slow living” style thing you could do in that moment. You just let yourself appreciate at the pace you go 💕🖤

[@TeamPerry5]

We went to SO MANY of the same places in April! Amazing memories!

[@valerieh8882]

I love watching you two, you’re both so kind and pleasant to one another. Tuscany looks so beautiful and the FOOD!!!!! Sugn me up. Travel safe, God’s blessings.❤

[@ednaatluxton4918]

Now that area is heaven on earth. Absolutely beautiful countryside and stunning architecture. With that amazing food, all around, I'm voting yous move there and adopt me as your housekeeper lol

[@teri526]

Ciao bellos! Thank you for such a great episode. The bidet will never be the same for me. You guys are wonderful!

[@wesandchelle]

Absolutely magical. I'm living vicariously through you. Wish I could taste the food.

[@tracyemailchat944]

At 22.27 you mentioned the Farmacia Quattro Cantoni - that is one of the best pharmacies in Siena and you can get all sorts of regular prescriptions, but homeopathic and natural remedies, too. The pharmacists are kind and super helpful with whatever you need!! At 6.19 where you are walking up the hill from the Parcheggio sotto terra, you walk past San Bernardino - the middle school where both my sons attended from 2012-2016 - those brown doors to the left. Just past there on the left is the botanical gardens and to the right up ahead is a music high school.

[@deanhatescoffee]

Honestly, 100% serious, thank you for explaining the right way to use a bidet. I have a bidet on my toilet at home, not a separate fixture like this, so I appreciate the demo of the right way to use it!

[@ks7343]

Bellissima!!! Thank you for sharing this with us! And for teaching us the bidet. I want to go NOW!

[@miller1246]

I have been planning a first time trip to Italy since 2020. (And learning Italian on & off since then too.) We FINALLY get to travel to Florence later this year! Thank you so much for the "bidet tutorial"! Our Airbnb has one and I was wondering how to use it when we get there. Also, Greve in Chianti has been on my list for our second trip to Italy (when we are confident enough to rent a car). Love all your videos. Grazie!

[@miller1246]

Also: When you are in Pienza you state you are still in Tuscany however Pienza is in the Province of Siena, so is this still considered Tuscany? It's absolutely beautiful!!

[@ThePasinis]

You are going to absolutely love it!! Get ready to have the most magical trip! Technically both Pienza and Siena are in the region of Tuscany. But Pienza is in the Province of Siena. Regions are made up of Provinces!

[@annarae2396]

​@@miller1246 Tuscany is a region like a State and then every bigger city within a region has a province, kind of like counties. There are many reasonably priced tours you can take from Florence where you wouldn't have to rent a car, also the train system is wonderful, we took the train from Florence to Lucca, easy peasy.

[@miller1246]

@@annarae2396 Thank you - the state/county analogy makes sense now. Since it's our first trip we plan to hunker in Florence but train to Rome, Venice, & Cinque Terre for day trips. Our main focus on this trip is to take time to stroll, relax, and EAT/drink WINE!

[@annarae2396]

@@miller1246 sounds like a good plan. Be prepared for the first few days to not believe it is actually real. My first time in Florence I really felt like somehow I was in a super realistic theme park like EPCOT. I kept saying to my Italian fiance, they built it to look like this, right? And he would say yes, like 600 years ago.

[@bc2907]

Such beautiful and stunning scenery. You both seem so naturally comfortable and happy in Italy, wishing you all the best in your future plans (go for it!).

[@proudtobeweird]

My favorite gelato is nocciola … I had it everyday when I visited Italy

[@pigoff123]

I loved the Italian gasthaus in Germany. So so good. Haven't found a Calzone worth eating since.

[@steve1young]

Crazy COINCIDENCE! That was my Airbnb apartment in Siena when I stayed there last year! It was so exciting to see it in your video. Gosh, I LOVED that apartment. The best! And G&T were such fantastic hosts. I was working remotely during my 8 day stay there, and enjoyed a number of great meals at Osteria La Sosta di Violante, too. Thanks for bringing back such great memories. All the best! :)

[@gingerwright6337]

I’m from Tennessee to. The best women on earth we are!

[@karenenglish8762]

Ireland don’t have bidets here but the demonstration how great it is for a woman’s time of the month had me in stitches your such an amazing couple 😍🥰

[@louisarottenfuer5097]

Thanks for the great pictures and impressions from Tuscany. You both look totally relaxed and happy. I am looking forward to a vacation in Tuscany in the tent. All the best from Germany.

[@shelleylynn3033]

I’m starving now, what amazing food 🇮🇹🍝

[@ThePasinis]

allora mangiamo

[@LisaCR29]

This was seriously breathtaking watching the video, I couldn’t even imagine being there in real life! Stunning views and delicious food. I want to move there. Italy is such a gorgeous country! Thanks for taking us along!

[@chrismavig4545]

10:14 I never get tired of the bidet instructions. 😂

[@marianlmanepalli]

My ice cream I ate back in Rome, melted the moment the lady gave me my gelato, It was really good

[@lisapebley6039]

What a beautiful and stunning country side!!!! My dream destination. Plus Florence. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. Y’all are so kind and cute. Blessings from Oklahoma.

[@KurtandSara]

Love the vlog style in these recent videos! I can’t wait to take a trip to Tuscany. Also, I really appreciate Alessio’s thorough description on using a bidet! 😂 I never knew all the details, lol!

[@RoyBT2207]

I am a Brit living in Germany but my heart lives in Italy. We have spent many weeks walking across Tuscany using little known paths and tracks. You are right, the food in Tuscany is out of this world and even in some of the smallest towns there are restaurants with food to die for. I have asked that my ashes be scattered in Siena. I have been there more than half a dozen times and it is my favorite town in the region.

[@janettebridgeman264]

I really enjoyed seeing your tour of this area! The only place I’ve been in Italy is Pisa (drove from Lucerne to Pisa…countryside was beautiful!) but I’ll tell you what the food I was served in Italy while I was there was the best I’ve ever eaten!

[@blz1007]

It’s hard to have a bad meal in Italy. I’ve been twice and each tie was phenomenal ❤

[@italianfoodmadefromthehear8729]

Yes, the food is another level. Just compare that food with any food in the the US and you will just put your head down, there just is no comparing.

[@TheFULLMETALCHEF]

So obviously enjoying each others company as well as 🇮🇹!

[@ThePasinis]

Grazie mille Terry

[@sarahjmarquez]

Wow it's so beautiful it looks like a painting 🖼

[@ThePasinis]

Grazie

[@katush80]

I love you guys so much! That was a hoot to watch. I kept on dragging my phone around the house so I don't miss a thing. The food wow 😭and the bidet demonstration was top notch 👌🏼!!

[@ahmed3araby337]

that's what i call enjoying life . the life over there is completely different . countryside is the best . so leisure life . Joyful , Peaceful , + lots of Love . Gorgeous + beautiful way of living . Gorgeous people as well .

[@michelledonald1361]

You managed to hit both of my favourite Gelateria in Italy!!!

[@johndolewa8451]

I cannot wait to go back to Italy!

[@christinehedary1491]

I love your Italian episodes, the food looks so good, and it's a beautiful country. Count down to Italy.

[@DeborahWohlfeld]

Thank you for sharing the experience of travel with us. In my heart, this is what I wish I could do for myself & my daughter! Enjoy! A truly beautiful region to explore. I hope you find your new home while you are there! Can't wait to see your next video ❤

[@alinder1970]

Tuscany is my favourite area. Yeah, I’m a bit biased, since I lived there for a while, but really, the food is amazing, the scenery is gorgeous, the people are friendly, and since it’s centrally located, it’s easy to hop on a train to visit other regions.

[@disneyme7110]

Ever since I saw Under the Tuscan Sun, I've wanted to live there and now you have confirmed what an amazing place it truly is 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@alessandrom7181]

Not to break your bubbles, but Under the Tuscan sun is just Hollywood stuff made for Americans and i say that as a 100% born and breed Tuscan. Not that you can't find some fairytale places, some places that have a more a slow life than say Florence in the countryside , but Tuscany is a modern region of the Western world, active, quite rich and based mostly on service sector and not the depiction seen on Under the Tuscan sun where it looks like it is almost in the 50's.

[@disneyme7110]

@@alessandrom7181 Wow, that didn't just burst my bubble, that threw me into a deep depression 😔😢😫

[@dorismeusburger4219]

I will definately look at all tge places in Tuscany once I have my house in Marche. Not too far away...

[@Beachgrl1717]

Wow!! Wish I was there! That gelato looks amazing btw!!!

[@MK-tk8tb]

Love the two of you. Forza Italia.

[@tonilea6205]

I’m so pleased I’ve found your KZbin space. I love how you meander through the towns , cities, villages, taking me back to places that I love exploring and eating my way around, also.

[@jacobsnewadventures]

Oh my gosh, your videos keep getting better & better! I really want to visit Tuscany now…the food, the beauty, the peacefulness! Love your last 2 dresses that your wearing the video…so so pretty! I like the modest look the best :) You both are such beautiful people

[@OperaLuv16]

This takes me back. I need to go back!!!

[@Andrew-Collet]

Love the video. This really makes me want to go to Italy and just experience everything.

[@ThePasinis]

Felice che ti sia piaciuto

[@loristrong462]

I just love all your videos...I always learn something..plus one day hope to travel to Italy! A dream....

[@ThePasinis]

Grazie mille Lori, noi le prime volte usavamo i punti delle carte di credito il bonus di solito sono due biglietti gratuiti in bassa stagione per l'Italia

[@loristrong462]

Ok guys...English!😉😅

[@oaktree1628]

Thanks for not putting too many annoyingly long advertisements, that is always a big turn off….this is a beautiful video!

[@switt3203]

So beautiful 🤩, the food looked amazing!😋fantastic vlog!!! ❤️

[@lalita3090]

Beautiful and the food looks amazing!

[@mikeditta9679]

So beautiful, thank you for sharing! The sites and sounds, the flowers, the streets, nothing like that in the US. Hope we get to see more.

[@pigoff123]

Funny story. I grew up in Germany(military). I went to the states to visit my grandparents and we went out to eat at a pizza pasta restaurant. I asked for a glass of wine. They brought it to me in a red solo cup with ice cubes. Crazy.

[@kfacpa]

You two are totes adorbs!

[@eltenda]

Bellissima l italia!

[@ThePasinis]

meravigliosa

[@krystlesosinavage8861]

Beautiful video ! I’m planning a trip to Italy in 2024 and these videos are very helpful 😍😊

[@ThePasinis]

where do you wanna to go in Italy?

[@debbiegallagher8759]

I loved Tuscany and the provinces I visited. I still remember the grilled sole - it was that good. Pistachio gelato for me! I wasn't a big fan of the food in Rome compared to Tuscany but I did love Rome and the people I met. The person I visited lived above a gelato shop. Score! lol :)

[@high62609]

ABSOLUTELY beautiful. I want gelato like that, but somehow in Indiana I doubt I will find any at all. Nice people too.

[@lynnsawatzky3272]

Just came across your channel! Lovely! I’m from Canada and my husband is Italian - - here’s a fantastic tip next time you are in Siena. Try the Antica Trattoria Papei - (vicino a piazza mercato) another hidden gem - Michelin star rated and heavenly food.

[@reycosep5916]

Nice tour enjoy ❤

[@ajayfacts81]

Big thanks from poor people like me who can never visit Italy but because of your videos can experience it 🙏🙏🙏

[@Passextout]

Thank you, in my youth I spent several holidays in the Siena area, wonderful places and exceptional food. You brought back pleasant memories for me.

[@renedugarte3898]

Just fantastic and beautiful place 👍

[@edgardobassi4864]

Come al solito..... sempre più carini! Siena e sotto la pioggia! Nothing more Romantic!

[@ThePasinis]

Grazie mille! siena con la pioggia e' bellissima

[@lorenzop.4070]

@@ThePasinis può essere... Ma un se ne pole più!

[@GloryToGodAlmighty]

Amazing cinematography and content. I love this. God bless you.

[@adeogayemi7004]

I really love watching these videos they feel like mini movies they are so well produced and I love the music as well I pray your dream to live in Italy becomes a reality ❤

[@lorijohnson1790]

Thank you Jessi and Alessio for taking us on your beautiful journey to Tuscany. The views are stunning and the food looks so delicious! Sending love from Ontario, Canada

[@ThePasinis]

Grazie mille Lori, ci rende felici che ti piacciono questi video

[@tanyasamaradiwakara]

2:28 we all had at least one of the tiny pinocchios when we were little. Love your content and thanks for taking us along your trip

[@LisaEicholtz]

Brings me back to my trips to Italy..... How are you ever going to come back to the states and be happy in the u.s. after such a grand trip!

[@Naphinel]

The music at 15:00... so lovely :) Great video, I wanted to be here :(

[@PatriciaRoggero]

Thank you so much for a beautiful tour love the food

[@ThePasinis]

thank you Patricia have an amazing Domenica

[@renerandall2626]

You two are getting very good with your videos and editing. Now I must go to Tuscany!

[@kterinkacz]

wow,so beautiful. Need to plan a trip to Toscana

[@joyterry3018]

I love your videos and I adore the love you share with each other❤ thank you for the videos🎉

[@rj6017]

I was there last October, eat gelato at the same place. The view is stunning!

[@bsalapek5]

Such a great video! I dream of living there!

[@charlie.wildflower]

I so miss it there! Loved the video.

[@RuboRobay]

Just for you guys, one of my goals in life is take a trip around Italy and try every recommendation that you guys have done 🙈🙈