Located near the town of Fasano in Puglia, the uncrowded archaeological site of Egnazia is alluring, with vast ruins that slip into the Adriatic sea. There is something romantic about ruins. Long grass and wildflowers in the spring flutter in the sea breeze beckoning us to explore what’s left of a town that was founded … Continue reading The archaeological site of Egnazia, shines a light on the rich cultural past of Puglia
Ring in the New Year…Where to Next?
Tomba dei Giganti Su Mont’e s’Abe Sardegna It's 2024, how did that happen? life seems to be flying by at warp speed and writing has not been a priority for the last couple of years. Life has been filled with travels, and recovering in between. I feel like I’ve been hibernating since November. Like many guides, this … Continue reading Ring in the New Year…Where to Next?
Whimsy in the woods and clearing away the blues
We are on the right path COVID-19 is still wreaking havoc all over the world. My oldest son, Filippo, was supposed to arrive from LA today, but when he went to take his Covid test to fly, he came up positive. I am so disappointed and understand that is the risk of traveling these days, … Continue reading Whimsy in the woods and clearing away the blues
Tiriamo Avanti! Moving Forward!
What am I thinking? My youngest son looked at this picture a few days ago and said, "mom, you look drunk." "Really?" was my response, "I don't think so." I might have been a little tipsy, but I was celebrating my 50th birthday at a surprise luncheon my husband put together and it was a … Continue reading Tiriamo Avanti! Moving Forward!
Time For Takeoff!
Travel has taken off again with a name that makes it sound like there’s a vendetta to be won…revenge travel! Simultaneously, COVID is not yet done with us, and while we dream of hitting the road again and even go so far as to make plans, when the travel date is imminent, anxiety sets in. … Continue reading Time For Takeoff!
Una Fine Settimana a Roma…A weekend in Rome
Piazza della Pietra Hello my friends, it has been a long time since I have added anything to my blog. Life under lock-down didn't was mostly uninspiring as we couldn't go anywhere. Over the last month however, life has been moving in an uplifting direction and I was finally able to spend a weekend in … Continue reading Una Fine Settimana a Roma…A weekend in Rome
Tajarin con le Ortiche (Stinging Nettle Tagliatelle)
Spring is finely taking hold here in Piemonte. I am always surprised at how just a few kilometers can make a difference in the hues of green we see as the winter world starts to recede. Three weeks ago, the forsythia bushes in Torino were already in full bloom while here they were still just … Continue reading Tajarin con le Ortiche (Stinging Nettle Tagliatelle)
La Gallina Vecchia Fa Buon Brodo
Photo by Kim Gorga on Unsplash La gallina, or is it a chicken? La gallina vecchia fa buon brodo is and old Italian saying that comes from farmers that literally translates to "an old hen makes good broth." The meaning behind this is that with age comes experience that makes someone particularly good at something. Living in Italy … Continue reading La Gallina Vecchia Fa Buon Brodo
Buon Natale
The holidays are unfolding a bit differently this year for many of us around the world. Here in Piemonte, instead of the big family gathering of 20+ people we are used to, Christmas will be an intimate affair, but there will be no shortage of good food on the table, a nice bottle of wine, … Continue reading Buon Natale
Thanksgiving Reflections
Thanksgiving 2019 Thanksgiving came to our house a bit late this year. It’s not something we celebrate in Italy but being American it is a holiday I traditionally love and usually manage to spend with my expat friends right after finishing what is always the last tour of my season, often a week in Rome. … Continue reading Thanksgiving Reflections