Da Felice, one of the most well known trattorias in Rome in the Testaccio area, is a popular place among locals and tourists for serving traditional Roman cuisine. Continue reading
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Florence Favorites.
I’m backkkkk…in Florence that is. However, since I’m planning on moving back to California for the rest of the year (fingers crossed I’ll be back in Europe next year), I have to enjoy my last month here and squeeze in all my favorite restaurants. Continue reading
Perfect Day Trips from Florence.
When most people travel to Italy for the first time, they usually visit the most famous cities: Rome, Florence, and Venice and who could really blame them, they’re magnificent cities filled with culture and beauty. However, this country has so many wonderful cities to visit so for those who have already visited these cities, here’s a list of great towns within Tuscany. Continue reading
New Discoveries in Florence.
Since finishing my culinary stage a few weeks ago (and not working 60-70 hours a week anymore), I’ve been exploring Florence in search of new foodie places! New businesses are always popping up in this city making it difficult to keep up with all the hot spots! Over the last two weeks I’ve tried a few places including bakeries, coffee shops, and restaurants. Continue reading
Emilia-Romagna.
The region of Emila-Romagna, located right above Tuscany, is one of my favorite regions in Italy because of their hearty comforting foods and some of the greatest products in the world are produced here. Continue reading
Fiesole.
Situated outside the hustle and bustle of the city center of Florence, the hilltop Etruscan village of Fiesole provides the perfect day trip for relaxation. Fiesole is only a quick 20 minute bus ride from Piazza San Marco in the city center and offers a spectacular view of Florence from afar, if it’s not too foggy. Continue reading
Review: Enoteca Pinchiorri.
If you’re a true food lover or wine connoisseur, then you’ve heard about Enoteca Pinchiorri, the three Michelin starred restaurant in Florence owned by husband and wife team Giorgio Pinchiorri and Annie Féolde. Continue reading
San Miniato.
San Miniato, a cute countryside town located 40 minutes by train outside of Florence, is known for its truffle festival. Every November, the city hosts this fair where fresh white and black truffles are sold. Besides truffles, the festival has numerous stands selling everything from olive oil, Pecorino cheeses, honey, salumi, bread, chocolate, cakes, and much more. Continue reading
Da’ Pescatore Casa di Cucina.
When you think of Florence, seafood doesn’t exactly come to mind. After all, this city is known for its meat dishes such as the famous bistecca alla fiorentina. So when I started looking around the city to do a culinary stage, Da’ Pescatore took me by surprise. Continue reading
Florence.
Can you believe I still haven’t written a post about Florence, my home for almost four years! You can’t even begin to imagine how many photos I’ve taken since I moved here. This Renaissance city has truly stolen my heart since the day I arrived. Continue reading