Everybody Loves Tuscany

How to open a bottle of wine – without a corkscrew Have you ever needed to open a bottle of wine but didn’t have a corkscrew? Some say this can be easily achieved. Here’s a video which shows one option. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Italian Coffee Bicerin Bicerin is a specialty of Torino.  It is a combination of hot chocolate, espresso, cream and chocolate shavings. Italian Coffee Bicerin Video from youtube Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life – Anna Akhmatova

Tapestry Showing Changing Perspective in the Vatican Museum There are many illusions inside the Vatican Museum, most particularly in the Gallery of Tapestries.  The Resurrection of Christ is an example of the fascinating technique of shifting perspective.  During this illusion, as you walk by the tapestry, Christ appears to make eye contact with you and […]

How to make Homemade Mozzarella Cheese Have you ever made your own mozzarella cheese? It is not as difficult as one might think but once you know how, it can be dangerous! Here’s a video demonstration of how to make homemade mozzarella cheese. How to make Homemade Mozzarella Cheese Video from youtube Italy is a […]

Herbs Fresh and Dried If you don’t have an herb garden or can’t use fresh herbs, here’s a video that shows you how to use dried herbs in place of fresh. Watch the video to find out the proper ratio. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Warding off bad fortune Knocking on wood is a common tradition used to ward off bad fortune.  In Italy, the Italians don’t knock on wood to ward off bad fortune but instead touch another item.  Here is a video by a Florentine woman describing the common practice in Italy. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE […]

Scoppio del Carro Scoppio del carro or explosion of the cart is an annual Easter tradition in Florence.  The cart is pulled by a pair of oxen through the streets to the front of the cathedral in Piazza del Duomo.  The cart is rigged with fireworks and is a spectacular show for the enormous crowd.Enjoy […]

Dolce Rosa Excelsa At 81 years old, Sophia Loren stars in Dolce & Gabbana’s new perfume campaign Dolce Rosa Excelsa.  This short film also includes the work of director Giuseppe Tornatore and composer Ennio Morricone. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Florence’s Famous Street Cleaner If you’ve seen Florence’s famous street cleaner, you certainly will know what makes him stand out from the others. Have a look at what keeps all that encounter him smiling and watching. JOIN US ON THE NEXT PAGE FOR THE VIDEO

Schiacciata Schiacciata is a classic Tuscan flatbread or focaccia. My favorite place for schiacciata in Florence is Pugi. Focacceria Pugi has 3 locations in Florence: Piazza San Marco, Via S. Gallo and Via G. Orsini. Here is a video showing all of the Tuscan treats you will find at Pugi. JOIN US ON THE NEXT […]