Photos courtesy Jesse Alexander

Something really amazing is happening just off camera.

It doesn’t get more Tuscan than this.

Chef Giancarlo Caldesi in action.

Giancarlo & Katie relaxing at Castello Banfi.

Giancarlo gets to grips with the sausage making machine with the help of

Mr Belli the butcher (that WAS his name)!

Looking less than enthusiatic about having my picture taken, particularly compared

with Italian cameraman Paolo.

Giancarlo demonstrates another classic Tuscan dish.

Two of the happiest pigs I’ve ever seen.