ANTONELLA LA MACCHIA
When people ask me: “At what age did you start cooking?” the first thing I hear myself answer is… “I am Sicilian!?!…What do you mean?”
I am not sure if they completely understand it, but for me it’s quite simple; food has always been an important part of my life.
I don’t remember the first time I tied on an apron, but all my childhood memories are full of kitchen smells, tasty food and long tables with friends and relatives.
More than 20 years ago I decided to move to Tuscany; a true Paradise for all food and wine lovers.
Ten years ago I took the big decision to change my working life.
After countless days of hard work in the kitchen, hundreds of hours reading and studying about food, not to metion a great amount of fear yet paired with an even greater deal of time spent enjoying new culinary discoveries and it’s delicious wines, I must admit… I am a very lucky woman.
My philosophy
Every recipe is testament to the history and the heritage of the surrounding culture in its original environment.
By keeping these traditions alive we allow them to adapt and evolve, becoming part of our modern life.
My passion for cooking stems from this connection between the past and the present, combining culinary tradition with new approaches and tastes.
Sitting around a table sharing a meal is not simply about eating, it’s an opportunity to honor cultural roots, exchange experiences and create lasting memories.
Cooking is a means of genuine exchange.
From the preparation of ingredients to the last toast, cooking is about sharing, inclusiveness and confrontation.
When you enter my kitchen, you’re not a stranger; you’re a friend coming to share a unique experience.
Tradition matters, but curiosity and a willingness to embrace new tastes are equally crucial. Sharing and listening to the origins of our traditional dishes is, for me, a way to celebrate diversity and welcome everyone to the conviviality of the table.
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