Sunny days in winter…
16 Jan 2011
…and the joys of taking a walk in the countryside!
Pretty Autumn Colors in Tuscany
17 Oct 2010
A few photos we took in the beautiful countryside.
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.
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.
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.
Lavender and Olive Groves
27 Jun 2010
The “Tuscan dream”. Are people’s expectations realistic?
A summer day in the Maremma
27 Jun 2010
Just the usual amazing day in this beautiful corner of Tuscany!
San Galgano Abbey and its warriors
13 Jun 2010
Good food in a nice setting, an interesting exhibition, a beautiful abbey in the Tuscan countryside and a monastery with a mysterious sword in the stone: the ingredients for a perfect Sunday afternoon near Siena!
The Etruscans once lived here
24 May 2010
A second tomb was found near where we are by a group of local lovers of archaeology and the finds were presented yesterday at the Hotel Terme di Petriolo. A beautiful, very interesting event.
Medieval Festivals in Tuscany
10 May 2010
A list of medieval festival taking place in Tuscany in May 2010. Dress up in medieval costumes and join in the celebrations!!!
