Parma: A Feast for the Senses!
Located in the region of Emilia-Romagna, Parma, the City of Gastronomy, is well known for it’s culinary “stars”: Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma…but there is much more to enjoy in this sophisticated city…
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Learning with Locals: Meet Florentine Artisans with Maria!
I ♥LOVE♥ Learning with Locals!
Meet Maria whose interest in and passion and for artisan, handmade crafts evolved into a desire to support and share them with you!
I ♥LOVE ♥Learning with Locals in Pistoia: Discovering a Hidden Gem with Michela!
Join me for a short 40 minute train ride from Florence and lets discover and learn about another of the lesser known but very worthwhile towns to visit in Italy – Pistoia!
A Very Special Spring in Florence!
If you’re fortunate enough to live in or near Florence or you are planning on being here in spring, there are even more incredible ways to enjoy this extraordinarily beautiful city!
Florence will be in “bloom” and several museums have extraordinary once-in-a-lifetime exhibits opening!
♥I LOVE Museums: The Museum of the Opificio delle Pietre Dure -“Paintings of Stone”
Today I’m going to introduce you to a museum dedicated to “paintings in stone”…the Museum of the Opaficio delle Pietre Dure in Florence, Italy!
Learning the Fine Art of Fresco Painting with Alan
Have you ever admired the frescoes of great artists and wondered how they are created? After taking a fresco painting workshop with Alan, I gained a new appreciation for this fine art.
Learning with Locals: Infinite Excellence at Infinity Firenze Leather
More Learning with Locals! Join me at Infinity Firenze Leather, a beautiful atelier where everything is made on the premises by hand!
The “Marble-ous” Art of Paper Marbling with Riccardo
I LOVE Learning with Locals & I LOVE the stunning paper & leather marbling of Florence…so a visit to Riccardo Luci Paper Marbling was a must! Join me…
Made (with ♥) in Tuscany!
It goes without saying that 2020 has been an unusual and challenging year for so many of us on so many levels. That is certainly true for those who depend on travel/tourism for their livelihood.
