Here's a guide to my favorite wine bars, trattorias, and special eating places along La Strada del Vino. Look for my decal in the window. And tell them Divina Cucina sent you!

Strada in Italian means road, and this town is a long road. Most people just pass by, but there is a local dry pasta company in the main piazza, a great tiny gelato place on the way past the piazza (if you're lucky enough find it open), and often a food festival in the village. Market Day: Tuesday morning Ristorante da Padellina Corso del Popolo, 54 Strada in Chianti Tel: 055-858-388 Closed Thursday A temple to Dante Alighieri and Tuscan cuisine! Alvaro, your host, is a Dante fan and will recite at the drop of the hat. His brother, chef Rolando Parenti, makes wonderful ribollita, pappardelle al sugo di "Conigliolo", penne sul gallo, and peposo alla fornacina. This is a favorite with locals. There is an upstairs terrace overlooking the valley. Click on the city below that you plan to visit and I'll recommend the best places to stop for a bite to eat on La Strada del Vino. Strada in Chianti Greve Lamole Panzano Castellina Radda Gaiole San Casciano Certaldo Poggibonsi San Gimignano Monteriggioni Castelnuovo Berardenga Siena