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“VOLTERRAGUSTO” 2012, XV EXHIBITION OF WHITE TRUFFLE. OCTOBER 20TH /21ST – 27TH /28TH – 31ST AND NOVEMBER 1ST. VOLTERRA (PI).
Volterra, a few kilometers from Siena, will host “Volterragusto”, an event that celebrates food and wine, especially local white truffles and other local products such as wine, cheese, olive oil, and chocolate.
Ancient courts and historic buildings will be open to visitors for the occasion and will be the natural setting for the numerous initiatives and tasting events.
The appointment will be on October : Saturday 20th ; Sunday 21st ; Saturday 27th ; Sunday 28th ; Wednesday 31st and on November Thursday, 1st.
Among the many initiatives to report definitely “The Cheese race” (Sunday, October 21st at 3 p.m.), a race in which the districts of Volterra will compete by rolling along the city route their cheeses.
Tastings, meetings, historical parades and many other occasions not to be missed!
For the detailed program please visit www.volterragusto.co
Posted by: www.hotelsienaborgogrondaie.com
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Febbre da Cavallo (Horse Fever), June 15th/16th/ 17th in Sarteano.
In Sarteano , a nice village near Siena, the ninth edition of Horse Fever will take place from June 15th to 17th.
This special equestrian event has a very interesting program as follows:
• Horseback riding tours to discover traditions and places of the territory.
• Classic equestrian shows
• Performances like Western Rodeo and Gymkhana
• Obstacle Races
• Spaces for children with pony games and others activities .
Throughout the event, in some stands, you can taste local dishes and at the same time, on Sunday, June 17th , you can enjoy the Antique and Craft Fair.
For more information contact Hotel Siena Borgo Grondaie
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