Carnival

The most important day of Carnival is Martedi Grasso, the last day before Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent and the long quiet period of self-denial. Martedi Grasso (Fat Tuesday) is a wild day of feasting before Lent, a final thrilling moment of pure indulgence. In Tuscany, traditional parades bring plenty of noisy fun. During Carnival, the custom is to fry great batches of sweet frappe, simple sugared pastry strips flavoured with a little wine.