I’m originally from Italy but moved abroad in my early 20s for work. Now, seventeen years later, my husband and I split our time between New York City and Tuscany.

Six years ago, after a lot of hard work, we made our dream come true by buying a house in Tuscany, not far from my family. Shortly after, we added two olive groves to the mix—and that’s where the fun really began.

Every fall, we gather with family, friends, and neighbors to hand-pick olives from our trees. It’s tough work, but honestly, it’s the most rewarding thing we do. There’s something grounding about being in nature—no matter how busy life gets, we always find ourselves back in Tuscany in October, ready for the harvest. Making olive oil we are so, so proud of.

Having lived between Tuscany, London, and New York, we know how much you can crave a real escape. We’d love to share some of our favorite spots and tips to help you experience Tuscany like a local, while still making you feel right at home.