Here, Lo Schicchero is in the left foreground, a few doors down with the two lanterns is La Tavernetta, then follow the houses down to the last yellow one--that's our place.
We have enjoyed some delicious food here in Lucignano. Though it's a small village, there are at least six good restaurants plus some pizza places, bars, etc.
So far, we have dined at La Rocca, Il Goccino, Lo Schicchero, La Tavernetta and Nice People. We have not had a chance to try L'oste Matto, La Maggiolata or Albergo Toto yet and may not as this is our last full day here. Following is a list of awards I would give each place based on our experiences this week:
Best single dish eaten this week: La Rocca, maltagliati with ricotta, roasted tomatoes and pancetta.
Most interesting menu: Il Goccino, pumpkin flowers stuffed with ricotta, mint and peas on a bed of pea ice cream. Also panzanella di polpo salad with succulent chunks of octopus in a traditional bread salad with zucchini, tomatoes and carrots.
Best bottle of wine: La Rocca, Chianti Classico from Fonterutoli.
Best restaurant name: "Nice People"
Best outdoor setting: La Tavernetta, rear terrace. Second place to Il Goccino with three tables on Via Roma.
Best server: Roberta at La Rocca who sent me some adorably enthusiastic emails to confirm my reservation.
Weirdest happening: Il Goccino, strange naked guy hanging out his window across the street, texting on his phone.
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