The Scoppio del Carro Returns and A Recipe for Tuscan Custard Rice Pudding
This Easter 2021 in Florence might be a little too reminiscent of 2020 in many ways (ugh) but there is hope that zona rossa and the limitations it brings won’t last forever. Vaccines have begun and...
View ArticleDiscover One of Florence’s Most Treasured Artisans: Fratelli Traversari
From the moment I stepped up to the wrought iron gates of Fratelli Traversari Mosaici on Via Senese, I had a feeling what lied behind the serene doorway was something special. The non-descript...
View ArticlePasticceria Buonamici for Artisanal Pastries and Coffee in San Frediano
When it comes to that perfect breakfast when I’m back home in Florence, the quality of the pastries and proximity to our house is pretty key. That being said, I’m not beyond a quick-fix cornetto when...
View ArticleReturning to Venice For a Weekend
“Memory’s images, once they are fixed in words, are erased,” Marco Polo said. “Perhaps I am afraid of losing Venice all at once if I speak of it, or perhaps, speaking of other cities, I have already...
View ArticleSale Season: A Family Affair. Shopping at Barberino Designer Outlet in Tuscany
Sale season in Italy has always been a much-anticipated time for many of us always keen on a good deal. Admittedly, I have always found shopping in Italy quite challenging at least in the clothing...
View ArticleWhat to Do in September 2021 in Florence, Italy: Events & More
Ahhh, glorious September. Normally this month in Florence Italy, there is a real buzz of excitement, as it coincides with the classic “rientro” or return period after the traditional summer holidays....
View ArticleThe Best Gifts This Year for Italy Lovers
This holiday gift guide for Italy in 2021 is a true labor of love, folks. I know I have dropped the ball with my monthly event’s roundups but you will be happy to know that from December 1st, I will...
View Article5 Reasons Why Engelberg Makes for the Perfect Weekend Escape
Glancing up and seeing a slowly-spinning gondola with a massive Swiss flag emboldened on the bottom seemed to perfectly emphasize just how cool it is to get to the top of Titlis mountain. It feels...
View ArticleHow to have Fun in Florence this January
January may not be the most popular month to visit Florence, Italy, but it is one of my favorite months. Less crowded, plenty of sunny days, and dare I say it… sale season is just a few reasons it...
View ArticleHow to Visit the Island of Capri During Low Season
This was originally published in 2018 but has been updated in November 2021. This is a special guest post by my friend Holly Star who together with her husband, run Michel’angelo Capri, both of them...
View ArticleShopping Vintage In Florence: Five Walkable Picks
By Emily Bruck “In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different” – Coco Chanel Vintage shopping and thrifting has a longstanding reputation of bringing us into the past with the ability to...
View ArticleHow to Perfect Your Italian Summer Wardrobe
How to make the outfits we envision come to life, as well as make them affordable and timeless, as told by summer abroad students By Emily Bruck “Fashion is not necessarily about labels. It’s not about...
View ArticleWhat’s Hot This Summer in Events in Florence
By: Emily Bruck and Georgette Jupe What are the significant events, the hidden gems, and the must-does and must-goes this season in the city of Florence? We have all the lists and tips you need right...
View ArticleHonest Conversations: It’s Me, I’m the Problem It’s Me
It may seem a little weird to title the first blog post of 2024 with a Taylor Swift (I’m sure you might have heard of her) lyric but in this case, it makes perfect sense to the very personal post I...
View ArticleEat, Drink, & Be Merry: Tips From a Local
“You don’t need a silver fork to eat good food.” – Paul Prudhomme Of course if you haven’t already guessed, I am a glutton for great food and good drinks. Enjoy! WHERE TO EAT IN FLORENCE One of the...
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