Found within the panoramic backdrop of the Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage site in central Italy, lies Pienza, a small but quintessential Tuscan treasure. Boasting a storied past and an architectural canopy inspired by the Renaissance ideals of urban living, Pienza offers many experiences that harmoniously blend art, history, and gastronomy.During my recent travels through southern Tuscany, the charm of Pienza was unmistakable, with its embrace of pecorino cheese, the intricate details of its palazzi, and inviting cobblestoned streets that conjure a bygone era.