Fresh fish and seafood in Tuscan Maremma — 2026 Selection

Tuscan Maremma is an invitation to savour the open sea. Here, the sea is not just a backdrop, it is a source of ancestral culinary inspiration. Local fishermen bring up treasures of flavour every day: the red tuna, the Tirrenian scampi, the red prawns, not to mention the classics like mussels and vongole. These products of impeccable freshness are elevated by chefs who know the secrets of the sea. Think of a raw seafood tasting, where fish reveals itself in its purity, or dishes where briny flavours marry with Mediterranean herbs. Restaurants such as Il Gambero Rosso or Artidoro plunge you into this tradition, often just a stone's throw from the beaches of Castiglione della Pescaia or Follonica.

On the plate, expect creations that celebrate the product. Seafood cuisine in Maremma is also a story of contrasts: the softness of burrata with the liveliness of a tuna tartare, the richness of a seafood risotto with the freshness of citrus, or the simplicity of a mixed fry, light and crispy, perfect after a day in the sun. Local white wines, such as Vermentino, pair wonderfully with these dishes, bringing their minerality and herbaceous notes. For a complete experience, some establishments offer dinners with your feet in the sand, a sensory immersion where the sea breeze and flavours meet.