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bombs on pisa August 31, 1943

A homage to Pisa

31 Aug 2010

67 years ago, 953 people died under Allies’ bombs. To the people who think some areas of the city are shabby because there is a ruin of a building or an ugly building has replaced an older palace, well, I would like to say that those are the scars of the price Pisa paid for our freedom. They are your history too. Treat them with respect.

Written by gloria and posted in Everyday life in Tuscany, Food for thought, Interesting resources about Tuscany

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A wine tour in Maremma

23 Aug 2010

A visit to three wineries to discover some excellent Montecucco DOC wines and some great local wineries.

Written by gloria and posted in Off-the-beaten-path Tuscany, Things to do in Tuscany

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How Superstitious We Are!!!

18 Aug 2010

If you grow up in a village in the countryside of Tuscany, you are destined to handle mirrors and olive oil with care, but stepping on poo will never be a problem.

Written by gloria and posted in Everyday life in Tuscany, Food for thought

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“Antichi Mestieri”: Old Trades in Tuscany

14 Aug 2010

Can you believe that in Tuscany there are still people making agricultural tools with hammer and anvil? Or people making a living by making poles for vineyards? Well, there are. 96 of them to be precise.

Written by gloria and posted in Everyday life in Tuscany, Interesting resources about Tuscany

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Velvet Encounters

26 Jul 2010

If Keith of Velvet Escape ever asks me to write something about a “velvet moment”, well, this will be my story!

Written by gloria and posted in Everyday life in Tuscany

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Off-the-beaten-path Tuscany: A Slow Drive in Tuscany

25 Jul 2010

An itinerary for a scenic drive in the inland areas of the Maremma, perfect also for walks, bike tours and horseback rides.

Written by gloria and posted in Off-the-beaten-path Tuscany, Things to do in Tuscany, When to visit Tuscany

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It’s all about making friends

17 Jul 2010

When you are lucky enough to meet guests who truly appreciate what you have to give, it is a great feeling. And when the accommodation you offer is much more than just a vacation rental, then it’s all about making friends.

Written by gloria and posted in Everyday life in Tuscany, Feeling at Home, Food for thought

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So… there actually is lavender in Tuscany

08 Jul 2010

Some farmers are actually starting growing lavender in Tuscany and here are a few things I have discovered about it so far.

Written by gloria and posted in Interesting resources about Tuscany, Off-the-beaten-path Tuscany, Things to do in Tuscany

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10 reasons to celebrate 4th of July if you are not American

04 Jul 2010

Everybody knows Italians like to eat, drink and be merry. Here is how I am going to justify taking this day off!

Written by gloria and posted in Food for thought

Lavender in Tuscany

Lavender and Olive Groves

27 Jun 2010

The “Tuscan dream”. Are people’s expectations realistic?

Written by gloria and posted in Off-the-beaten-path Tuscany, Things to do in Tuscany

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