Everybody Loves Tuscany

Siena Siena centro storico is definitely known for it’s abundance of sights such as Piazza del Campo, Torre del Mangia, Piazza del Duomo and much more.  Take a wander around Siena and explore some of the food Siena offers in this video.  Do you know what foods Siena is famous for? Video from youtube Italy […]

Agri-Food Park in Bologna The world’s largest Agri-Food Park is opening in Bologna in November 2017.  This 100,000 square meter park is a place to experience the excellence of Italian food.  The park consists of 2 hectares of open-air fields and stables, 8 hectares occupied by 40 factories, over 40 restaurants and Kiosks, shops, markets, areas […]

Volterra Prison Restaurant The Fortezza Medicia is a present day prison that offers a unique experience to both the inmates and the public.  A number of times per year, this high security prison also operates a restaurant on premises that is staffed by inmates serving the public. This rehabilitation designed program allows the inmate to […]

Church bell ringers Although most church bells in Italy are now automated with press button bell systems, the sound used to be made manually with rope pulling. Barga, a medieval town in the province of Lucca, revived the ancient tradition wherein the bells are rung by hand. Here’s a video showing the traditional method of […]

THE BEST TIME TO COME TO FLORENCE When is the best time to come to Florence is a question I am often asked.  I’ve lived in Florence for almost 2 years now and had often visited here during different months for 8 years prior to my move. I’ll explain some pros and cons during all […]

Venzone Venzone is named 2017’s most beautiful village in Italy or il Borgo più bello d’Italia!  This medieval village beat out 19 other  who competed in this year’s competition. Venzone is located in the Italian region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia.  Since being named, this village will surely attract more visitors.  Have a look at the brief video below […]

Beyond Tuscany….A Glimpse of Venice Venice is surely a magical place!  As Truman Capote said “Venice is like eating an entire box of chocolate liqueurs in one go.” Here is a short video showing a glimpse of Venice.  It’ll make you want to visit! JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Bologna Bologna is an easy day trip from Florence and well worth the visit.  The train ride is only 35 minutes from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale.  Bologna, also known as La Grassa, is well known for its food. The video on the next page, shows what makes Bologna special.  Also, it will […]

Romance in Italy Romance is associated with all parts of Italy.  In this video, Francesco da Mosto explores Verona, also known as the city of love.  Verona is a city located in Veneto, in northern Italy.  It is most known as the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet. Video from youtube Italy is a dream […]

Artisan Chocolate Fair The Artisan Chocolate Fair is an annual event which takes place in February in Florence. This year, the event takes place in Piazza SS. Annunziata from February 10th- February 19th and it is open from 10 AM to 10 PM. This 10 day event is filled with vendors selling hot chocolate, truffles, […]