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THE IMPORTANCE OF PASTURES

Pastures are areas of land covered with herbaceous vegetation, a fundamental food source for our sheep and goats. They allow our flocks to feed in a natural way and contribute to the biodiversity and preservation of the landscape in the

Easter 2025 with Podere il Casale

Spend Easter in Val d’Orcia with us in the fantastic Val d’Orcia among the Tuscan hills, enjoying the products of our farm on the panoramic terrace of our restaurant farm to table! Here are our Easter menus: MEAT MENUAppetizer: Chicken

The Magic of Milk and Cheese! Tradition, Nature and Authenticity.

“Everything begins again with spring, when the sun warms the earth and makes tender, juicy grass sprout!” This is how Ulisse begins his story about milk and cheese production, which he and his wife Sandra started around 30 years ago

The Truffle: A Hidden Treasure Beneath the Earth

“To find a nice truffle weighing several hundred grams, you need a good dog and a lot of luck!” explains Pierpaolo, our expert truffle hunter, with a smile. For many, the truffle represents luxury, a sought-after delicacy, an unexpected joy,

Pruning of Vines

Vine pruning is a fundamental practice to ensure plant health and the quality of wine production. This process, carried out mainly in winter and sometimes in summer, directly affects the growth, yield, and organoleptic characteristics of the grapes. Why Is

Bicchiere Il Casale da bottiglie riutilizzate

Sustainability!… a new choice of the Farmhouse.

Reusing Bottles for a New Life! The philosophy of Podere Il Casale is rooted in respect for the land and the adoption of organic farming practices. To strengthen our commitment to sustainability, we have decided to optimize the reuse of

FUSILLI RECIPE WITH GARLIC, OLIVE OIL, AND BROCCOLI

This simple and wholesome recipe brings together three extraordinary ingredients: garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and broccoli. Garlic, known for its antibacterial and digestive properties, pairs perfectly with extra virgin olive oil, rich in healthy fats and antioxidants. Broccoli, a

Aluminum screw cup: why we chose it

Here at Podere il Casale we are always very attentive to innovations, especially those that can help the environment and reflect our philosophy. For those who don’t know us, our story begins in 1991, when Ulisse and Sandra decided to

OUR RAW MILK CHEESES WITH MOULD: LET’S FIND OUT MORE

Podere il Casale is a farm located in the heart of the Val d’Orcia, where Ulisse and Sandra have decided to live since 1991. Inside our farm everything revolves around the preservation of nature and the creation of a circular

What happens in our pastures

Respect for the earth, respect for animals and respect for food. The complex universe of Podere Il Casale could be summed up in this sentence. Podere il Casale is a farm located in the heart of the Val d’Orcia, a

Life in the organic vegetable garden of Podere il Casale

Let’s find out what happens in our garden in these first spring weeks At Podere il Casale we produce a large variety of products which form the basis of our cuisine. In fact, in our organic garden, we produce

WORK WITH US

Working at Podere Il Casale means knowing how to appreciate what nature offers us every day, knowing how to enhance the products of the farm, from cheeses to vegetables, from oil to meat, from wine to cereals. Working at the

TEAM BUILDING

WE CREATE YOUR CORPORATE EVENT NOTHING BRINGS PEOPLE TOGHETER LIKE GOOD FOOD If you are looking for the perfect place for your corporate team building activity, come and take a look at Podere il Casale in the heart of Valdorcia.

Cheesy Fridays

Every Friday evening we await you at Podere il Casale for an event dedicated to our raw milk cheeses You can visit our dairy and our farm and find out everything about our work! Afterwards we will go to our

Easter 2023 at Podere il Casale

Spend Easter in Val d’Orcia with us in the fantastic Val d’Orcia in the Tuscan hills, enjoying the products of our farm on the panoramic terrace of our farm to table restaurant! Here’s our Easter menu – Our welcome with

PIZZA CLASS

LEARN HOW TO PREPARE PIZZA WITH ANCIENT GRAIN FLOURS Do you like pizza? During our lesson you will learn how to prepare it at home. Just at the back of our restaurant kitchen, is our wood-burning oven, where we’ll show