At Home in Tuscany

Village festivals in Tuscany (May 2010)

A list of the food and drink related festivals in Tuscany in May 2010. Wine festivals, village festivals (sagre) and more! Read More 6 Comments

Written by gloria on May 11, 2010

Medieval Festivals in Tuscany

A list of medieval festival taking place in Tuscany in May 2010. Dress up in medieval costumes and join in the celebrations!!! Read More 2 Comments

Written by gloria on May 10, 2010

The Basilica of San Piero a Grado and the Coast

A lovely day trip from Pisa and some suggestions for restaurants and bars to try. Read More 1 Comment

Written by gloria on May 9, 2010

“Minor” museums in Pisa

There are many interesting museums and galleries in Pisa which are outside the major tourist path. Art Wednesday is the perfect excuse to talk about them! Read More 1 Comment

Written by gloria on May 5, 2010

Walking in Pisa… and beyond.

A few interesting links for those who wish to explore Pisa and the rest of Tuscany on foot. Read More 1 Comment

Written by gloria on May 4, 2010

Il Maggio

An old tradition in Tuscany: canti del maggio, men singing for unmarried girls to wish them good luck in their search for love. Read More 3 Comments

Written by gloria on May 1, 2010

April 25th is a holiday in Italy. We celebrate the liberation of the country from Fascism and Nazism. But it is also a day to celebrate democracy and civil rights and to condemn wars of all sorts. Read More 3 Comments

Written by gloria on April 24, 2010

Off-the-beaten-path Pisa: Le Piagge

A great park just outside the center of the city, and a nice walk away from the crowds of the major sites. Also, home to the second leaning tower in the city! Read More 2 Comments

Written by gloria on April 21, 2010