The road between Ponte a Serraglio and Fornoli is open! The repair happened amazingly quickly.
The walking bridge is open again too.
Well done to all involved in the repair.
The road opens
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Road repair update
The repair of the road in Ponte a Serraglio is moving along quickly.
I walked to a position opposite the road work to have a look. It is quite amazing how much work has been done already.
The new retaining wall is growing rapidly. It should not be too much longer before the road is open again.
Road closure in Ponte a Serraglio
Part of the footpath in Ponte a Serraglio has fallen into the river.
The footpath is now closed, along with the pedestrian bridge. The road between the Granaiola turnoff and the bridge at Ponte a Serraglio is also closed to traffic, but open to pedestrians.
This is obviously going to cause traffic problems. Let’s hope work, which should start soon, will not take too long.
Circolo dei Forestieri opens
On Saturday night the new incarnation of Circolo dei Forestieri welcomed its first patrons. The evening was a great success and lots of people attended.
The restaurant is in a beautiful setting.
Of course there was delicious food and wine to try.
Attendees had a great time and I’m sure they will all become regulars.
The menu looks excellent. My favourite, pasta fritta con crudo e stracchino, is there, along with lots of new things.
Battuta di Manzo su misticanza, hummus di carote arrosto, ravioli di farina di castagne ripieni di ricotta, guancia di manzo pure di patate e carotine all origami are just a few calling me.
I look forward to seeing and tasting in person when I return to Bagni di Lucca soon. I’m sure everyone in town will be delighted to see Circolo dei Forestieri continuing to be part of the community.
Thank you to the team for sharing the photos with us.
Good news for Circolo dei Forestieri
Just as we were getting used to the idea that we had lost Circolo dei Forestieri comes the news that it will reopen with a new owner. The best news is that it is a Bagni di Lucca local.
Giuliano Grub’s family has owned the Ristorante da Marina in Casoli since 2008. Following his studies Giuliano spent 3 years honing his culinary skills in Switzerland. After that he worked for a year in northern Italy and 2 years in Grosseto.
He came back to Bagni di Lucca to work in the family restaurant in 2019 with great success. Then came the opportunity to take over Circolo dei Forrestieri, a wonderful new challenge.
Like the previous team at Circolo dei Forestieri, the new people will serve Pranzo di Lavoro, an open evening menu and pizza. The previous chef, Stephania Crisalli and her daughter Rita Barsellotti, with help in the kitchen and front of house. Giuliano’s mother, Marina Freddi will also be on hand.
Opening celebrations will be held on Saturday 7th February from 5.00pm until 7.00pm.
I am sure everyone who loved Circolo dei Forestieri will be as delighted as I am with this news. It has been an institution in Bagni di Lucca and a vital part of the community. I know everyone will join me in wishing Giuliano and his team the very best.
Magic and music for Valentine’s Day
On Saturday 14th February there will be music and magic at La Corte di Laura in Granaiola. The event will begin at 9.00pm.
Polly Haardon will be performing and Il Grande Marco will present his magic show.
It is bound to be a fun night, so call early to book a table…
0583 088818 or 329 6752634
Circolo dei Forestieri closes
It is with regret that we have said farewell to the current owners of Circolo dei Forestieri in Bagni di Lucca.
We will all miss the smiling face of lovely Rita. She and her team have offered excellent, friendly service and lots of delicious food.
I will miss pasta fritta the most!
It simply was not possible to go to Circolo and not order pasta fritta. It is never as good anywhere else.
I wish Rita and her team the very best in the future. They have left big shoes to fill.
Villa Fiori update
We will all be able to follow the progress of Villa Fiori now that the developers have an official website, Facebook page and Instagram.
Here are a couple of artist impressions of the new Villa Fiori.
When this is finished it will be an amazing asset to Bagni di Lucca. I look forward to watching it grow.
Here are the links to the website, Facebook and Instagram.
Website…https://www.villa-Fiori.com/
Facebook…https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578960026838
Barga Chocolate Festival
If yoy love chocolate you will want to go to Barga this weekend! I have been to this wonderful event in past years and I loved it! If you go have a hot chocolate for me.
The Barga in Chocolate event is on this year, 6th, 7th and 8th December. It is on each day from 10.00am until 7.00pm. You will find artisan chocolate shops along the streets and squares in the historical centre.
There will be entertainment as well…
Barga’s Befana meets children to receive their letters.
Live music
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Stalls with handcrafts and Christmas products
Chocolate workshops and activities for children
For more information please phone +39 331 3526137
Email…bargaincioccolato@gmail.com
Christmas events
There is lots going on in Bagni di Lucca for Christmas.
Bella Bagni di Lucca 