A Spring day in the Tuscan countryside
Today we spent all day in the countryside and I couldn’t resist taking lots of photos. Do you know what an olive tree flower looks like? Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on May 30, 2009
At Home in Tuscany
“Giugno Pisano”: the month of June in Pisa
June is the best time of the year to visit Pisa, because all the major events are concentrated in this month. Luminara di San Ranieri is a must-see. Read More 5 Comments
Written by gloria on May 31, 2009
Cherries, the taste of spring!
Near Pisa there is a small town called Lari. Besides being a lovely place on a hilltop overlooking the Pisan hills facing Volterra, surmounted by a medieval castle, Castello dei Vicari di Lari, and housing some nice churches, Lari is home to one of the most delicious spring products: the so-called “ciliegie di Lari”, a local type of cherry. Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on May 28, 2009
A day at the beach in Tuscany… maybe on a cruise?
Italians go to the beach. That’s what they do. Visitors to Tuscany should take a day trip to the beach. Here are some suggestions and ideas for a day on the coast, including day-cruises to the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago. Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on May 26, 2009
Hot and cold…life without a/c and heated floors
One of the biggest differences between Italy and other (northern) European and north American countries is the attitude towards the temperature in the house. Here is a list of suggestions on how to “adjust” to the Italian climate like the locals do! Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on May 23, 2009
Our dinner step by step!
Tonight it is pizza and panna cotta night! So here are two of my favourite recipes step by step! Buon appetito! Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on May 21, 2009
Words matter: on “local travel” and other catchphrases
Words matter. Going slow and local travel should not just be catchphrases. But could it be that going local is already a fashion rather than a well-considered travel choice? Can we expect to see more and more people look for local while expecting global? Read More 13 Comments
Written by gloria on May 17, 2009
Confused like a bee…
This year I am as confused as the bees. Nature is either late or early. Or maybe both! Read More 2 Comments
Written by gloria on May 16, 2009
May “Sagre” in Tuscany
A “sagra” is a village festival, generally dedicated to some local product or tradition. Here is a list of some sagre that take place in Tuscany in May 2009. Read More 1 Comment
Written by gloria on May 10, 2009
Tastes of Tuscany
May is a great month for food and wine lovers. With Springs come many good seasonal products celebrated in a number of festivals and exhibitions throughout Tuscany. Read More No Comments
Written by gloria on May 7, 2009
