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Chianti Classico Wine Festival in Greve in Chianti September is a great month for wine festivals and my favorite is the Chianti Classico Wine Festival. This annual 4 day festival occurs on the Thursday through Sunday of the second weekend in September. It is held in Piazza Matteotti in Greve in Chianti. How it works When […]

Tabacchi Shops in Florence Tabacchi Shops in Florence can be spotted by a sign with a large white capital T on a blue or black sign. Tabacchi shops sell much more than just cigarettes. In fact, this is where most people go to purchase bus tickets in Florence. Additionally, one can purchase stamps for mailing […]

Polpette Fritte Before coming to Italy, I had never eaten polpette fritte or fried meatballs without them being in sauce. In fact, I couldn’t even imagine eating them dry.  Now, I seem to be obsessed with them and whenever they are on the menu in a restaurant I just have to order them. Instead of […]

Trattoria Sabatino Interesting house made out of pasta, bread and biscotti on display at Trattoria Sabatino. This family run restaurant serves inexpensive, traditional Florentine food on shared tables to patrons.  Good food, quick service and frequented by mainly locals in the neighborhood.  Trattoria Sabatino is located at Via Pisana, 2/red, 50143 Firenze For more information […]

Ponce Livornese   Livorno’s famous drink Ponce Livornese is guaranteed to warm you up on a cold day. This hot toddy is made of rum, hot coffee, sugar and lemon peel. If you visit Livorno, try it at the famous Bar Civili located at via del vigna 55. Italy is a dream that keeps returning […]

Emergency Numbers in Italy While vacationing in Italy, any number of situations can arise wherein you need to call for help.  Here are the emergency numbers in Italy to call if the need should arise. Travel the world with us!

Christmas time in Piazza della Repubblica Every piazza in Florence is decorated for Christmas and special. However, in Piazza della Repubblica, you will see the department store Rinascente all dressed for Christmas. I had only seen photos in the past but to see it in person is nothing short of magnificent. Here are some photos […]

San Miniato Truffle Fair The medieval village of San Miniato is located half way between Florence and Pisa. The village is set on a hill top and offers splendid panoramic views. Read more about San Miniato and the famous truffles here. The San Miniato Truffle fair takes place during the last 3 weekends in November. […]

Thanksgiving in Florence Today was my first Thanksgiving in Florence and I didn’t want to miss out on “turkey day”.  I definitely missed my family and friends back home, but I was happy to share this American tradition with an Italian friend who never before experienced it. After calling many restaurants, I decided to go […]

Arcetri Arcetri is an area in Florence which in the hills above the city centre as well as Piazzale Michelangelo.   It offers breathtaking views of the countryside and historic buildings such as the house of Galileo Galilei, Torre del Gallo and Convent of San Matteo. If you are in the area and looking for a meal, […]