written and photographed by Mary L. Peachin
Apr 1997, Vol. 1 No. 7
Florence, Greve, Volterra and Sienna appear like fortresses in the hillside towns of Tuscany in central Italy. Two-lane roads weave between these charming towns winding through fragrant olive orchards and vineyards laden with Chianti grapes. Mid-September is almost harvest time. The aroma of garlic sizzling in virgin olive oil wafts across cobblestone streets. We peddle faster to our next destination and our next meal.