My Creative Cup of Tea

March 29, 2024

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LABottega

Marina di Pietrasanta

Versilia

Italy

Legacy is to be cherished and preserved. It is indeed too precious to let it go. Every family has its own unique story to carry on, from a generation to another. Some lucky ones, such as Italian Veronica and Luca Del Soldato and their daughter Serena, inherited a beautiful one. The latter are the proud and happy owners of the former 'Bottega del Bonci' located in Viale Apua N°118 in Marina di Pietrasanta. An institution in town opened in 1920 by Giuseppe Bonci and his beloved wife Giulia- who was the youngest of 'Le Vinaie' sisters - and then, from 1956, managed by their second son Titano and his wife Frida, the parents of Veronica Del Soldato. A typical Italian local grocery shop with a beautiful garden turned into an open-air 'Trattoria' and a renowned entertainment venue where locals and tourists love to meet, have a drink, an 'Aperitivo', eat good genuine Tuscan food in good company, listening to music or attending events. LABottega, since 2011, is resolutely a very special and welcoming place to visit, stop by, and enjoy, if, by chance, you are planning a vacation under the sign of slow travel in Versilia. If you are in the area, you absolutely can not miss it. More than ever focused on the future, Veronica, Luca and their daughter Serena, who is a member of the fourth generation, have brought their heritage to the next level. Offering their local and international guests a one-of-a-kind 360° experience to live. Their establishment celebrates Slow living, Slow food and ART thanks to a garden cafe, a catering service, a shop and The Gallerie/LAB, a workshop and an Art gallery, which organizes Artists residencies. You can also book one of the few rooms or the apartment provided with an Italian Very Simple Kitchen. The family also owns the farm La Stellata which is located in the countryside and is available for retreats.