The story
Da Pode is the story of three generations, passed from Alfredo (nicknamed “Pode”) to his son Sergio and his wife Lucia, and now to their daughters Alessia and Barbara. The restaurant’s strength lies in this continuity: a family that works side by side, rooted in the same traditions that have defined their Tuscan cuisine for decades. The kitchen stays true to the region’s honest, seasonal cooking, with recipes that evolve slowly and respect the past.
Just a few steps from the Hotel Sovestro, the restaurant occupies an ancient stone farmhouse. The renovation kept the original character: exposed wooden beams, rough stone walls, and warm terracotta floors. An old fireplace still sends smoke curling out of the chimney. In warmer months, the terrace offers a quiet view over the surrounding countryside, where the colours of each season unfold without hurry.
The menu is straightforward Tuscan fare, made with ingredients sourced from the family’s own Tenuta Sovestro estate. Diners speak of crostini topped with lardo and truffle, pasta with saffron and speck, and a bistecca alla fiorentina that is “spectacular.” The beef tartare also earns praise. The wine list draws heavily from the estate’s vineyards, and the olive oil on every table comes from olives grown just metres away. Da Pode’s cooking earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand, a recognition that rewards good quality and good value – a fitting nod to a family that has always prioritised honest, accessible food.
Beyond the restaurant, the family runs the Tenuta Sovestro estate – vineyards, olive groves, and a small bed-and-breakfast set in a renovated Tuscan farmhouse. The connection between the land and the table is direct: the wine and olive oil served at Da Pode are produced here, a short walk from the kitchen.
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