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Dolce Primavera: Sweet Springtime in Italy

Springtime truly is sweet in Italy for so many reasons — the weather, the smaller crowds, the scents, and the sights of flowers in bloom, and let’s not forget the fresh vegetables so abundant this time of year, incorporated into … Continue reading

Should You Take A Guided Tour in Italy?

Touring an amazing country such as Italy on your own sounds exciting and romantic, until you hit the ground alone and realize you bitten off much more than you can chew — and we’re not just talking about pizza, pasta, … Continue reading

St. Fina

I have been blessed to visit San Gimignano in Tuscany, more than once, but had not heard much about St. Fina (Seraphina), this gentle Italian saint, until my most recent visit to this village. She lived her very short life in … Continue reading

Zeppole di San Guiseppe

My husband’s Aunt Margie was famous for her zeppole, so much so that during family gatherings my husband and his cousins would push their way to the front door to see who would have first crack on the traditional Italian … Continue reading