Summer in Italy is a feast for the senses, when gardens and markets overflow with ripe, colorful vegetables that inspire la cucina Italiana at its best. In Montefollonico, where Tuscan Women Cook welcomes guests for immersive cooking experiences, the spotlight is on seasonal favorites like tomato bruschetta, zucchini carpaccio, and the beloved Tuscan panzanella salad. But the program also takes inspiration from beyond Tuscany, exploring traditional dishes from other Italian regions. When eggplant season arrives, the journey heads south to Sicily, home of the iconic Pasta alla Norma. This dish, named in honor of Catania-born composer Vincenzo Bellini’s celebrated opera Norma, is a perfect marriage of rich eggplant, bright tomatoes, fresh basil, and salty ricotta salata.…