Welcome to our Sieme Artisan Series where we highlight amazing local artisans working throughout Tuscany in search of the answer to our forever question “what makes a true artisan”. We sat down with Ileana from the Dolce Vita Experience, a classically trained Italian chef whose passion is fresh made pasta. You can catch the full experience on our IGTV and Facebook page where we talk about everything from best tips for Italian cooking, to finding our Dolce Vita. But hey, we know you’re busy so we are breaking down some of the most authentic tips of the trade right here. Click to discover 7 of Ileana’s best kept trade secrets to creating the best artisanal fresh made pasta!