In the middle of nature in the hills of Lavacchio, between Marciana Marina and Poggio on the island of Elba, in the midst of fruit trees, chestnut trees and maritime pines, is the Trattoria da Luigi. Open since 1974 together with his wife Pinella, you can taste typical dishes of Tuscan cuisine following its ancient tradition. The trattoria maintains a warm and reserved atmosphere thanks to the wooden beams, exposed bricks and terracotta floor; next to it there is a large terrace in the middle of unspoiled nature from which you can enjoy an excellent view of the valley and Monte Capanne. Pinella, Luigi's wife, is the only cook and her experience and passion has allowed the restaurant to offer over the years a typically Tuscan and unique cuisine, rich in variety and choice: from the different tasty appetizers, to the exquisite first courses, pasta and gnocchi are homemade. Tagliatelle and pappardelle rolled strictly with a rolling pin, all seasoned with tasty sauces that tickle the palate. The dishes are made exclusively with products of Italian origin, such as the excellent Chianina meat in mixed grills. Also worth trying are the kid and the local cockerel, cooked on wood embers. Lamb chops, brains and sweetbreads fried strictly in a pan with extra virgin olive oil. Also tasty and delicious is the Wild Boar Stew with herbs, olives and fresh porcini mushrooms. All accompanied by a wide selection of wines from the best Tuscan and national wineries. The menu of Trattoria da Luigi changes according to the seasonal products. It is made with care using fresh and genuine products: in fact, the vegetables used come mainly from their garden and with fruit they make excellent jams with which they fill the desserts prepared by them. The Specialties: Chiocciole alla Luigi: fresh pasta strictly homemade, without eggs, with a mixture of flavored herbs. Sauce prepared with fresh tomatoes from our garden, chopped garlic, parsley and basil. Stir-fry with cheese. Mandarin jam tart: homemade pasta with jam of our own production; Spaghetti carbonara: fresh homemade pasta. Guanciale or bacon prepared by us, extra virgin olive oil, cheese and pepper; Pappardelle with wild boar: fresh homemade pappardelle. Wild boar cut into stews and blended with wine, oil, grappa and vinegar. Garlic, rosemary, bay leaf, peppercorns and a mixture of flavoured herbs. Mixed vegetables at the buffet: pan-fried or grilled vegetables, seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, goat cheese put in oil with a mixture of flavored herbs and served buffet-style. 'We like to think that this small landing place among the lush nature of Poggio, in the municipality of Marciana, is like our home and for this reason we dedicate ourselves with love, passion and professionalism!'