Category Archives: Eating in Bagni di Lucca

Good news for Circolo dei Forestieri

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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

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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

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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.

La Corte di Laura

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La Corte di Laura is the restaurant in Granaiola that has taken the place of Biribisso. I went with friends a couple of weeks ago and I was impressed with the delightful service and the delicious food.

I wish I could show you more of the great food, but my friends and I all ordered the same things!

The first dish is the complimentary first taste.

Our first choice was a great success, a light pastry surrounding a wonderful chess filling with a drizzle of local honey.

This was followed by pork medallions and perfectly cooked new potatoes.

We were too full for dolce….next time.

La Corte di Laura is a great addition to the restaurant scene in Bagni di Lucca.

Dinner and magic at Villa Aurora

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Ristorante Villa Aurora was the perfect setting last night for a delicious dinner and a fun magic show .

We all enjoyed Ferdinando’s well prepared food. I really need to come to Villa Aurora more often!


It was difficult to get good photos of magician Richard’s show, but it certainly was a lot of fun. His excellent helpers Christian and Monica did very well under Richard’s guidance. I think Christian might have a life on stage coming up, he is destined to be an entertainer. He is in the red shirt, waiting to be sawed in half….he managed to survive.

Thank you Richard for organising the evening and thank you Ferdinando for your hospitality and lovely local food.

Ristorante Villa Aurora…on the road towards Casabasciana

Phone…(39) 058385600

Magic at Villa Aurora

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Ristorante Villa Aurora, in Fabbriche di Casabasciana, is a much loved restaurant in Bagni di Lucca. The delightful owner and chef, Ferdinando, has been cooking up a storm for years.

Regular customer and friend, Richard Macrory, Professor of Environmental Law in the UK, and amateur magician, is going to put on a magic show in honour of Ferdinando to thank him for his friendship and all of the delicious meals he has eaten there over many years.

The event will take place on Monday 8th of September at 9.00pm. Come for dinner and enjoy a free magic and illusion show with Richard and his assistants, Christian Boscarino and Monica Paolinelli.

It promises be a fun and delicious evening and a chance to thank Ferdinando for his work.

Please call Ristorante Villa Aurora for more information and to book a table. There is limited seating so book early.

Phone (39) 0583 85600

Catene Cafe in Fornoli

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We are very lucky in Bagni di Lucca to have many wonderful bars to choose from. Catene Cafe in Fornoli is a favourite. It has recently had a make over and is better than ever. Congratulations to Paolo, Yanima and the team.


Catene Cafe serves deliciois pastries, sandwiches and coffee and the service is great. They do an excellent aperitivo in the evenings.

Drop in for aperitivo.

Bar Italia reopens

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We have missed Bar Italia in Ponte a Serraglio for the last 12 days. Annalisa reopened the bar in spectacular style with a party. Friends came from near and far.

There was music and lots of food and wine.

Our lovely baristas were back on deck.

The cabinets were full of delights…as usual.

The counter was covered in flowers.

I had a quick look at the new area.

I have chosen my seat for breakfast every morning.

I love the new area!

The new Tabacchi setup looks good.

I think my favourite young customer has set the mood for the revamped Bar Italia.

The party went well into the night and fun was had by all.

Congratulations Annalisa and crew. The expanded Bar Italia is a great success and I look forward to many breakfasts, lunches and aperitivo.