If you ever get the chance to visit the sinking yet beautiful city of Venice, you must take a day trip to either Murano or Burano. Both these picturesque islands are a boat ride away from Venice and offer a tranquil oasis. Continue reading
Category: Italy
Review: Cuculia Ristorante Libreria.
I’ve been wanting to try Cuculia, an adorable little restaurant located on the other side of the Arno River in Florence, since summer! My friend had tried it over the summer and absolutely loved it but I never got around to trying it. The other night, my friend Tatiana and I were thinking of where we could grab dinner and she suggested it since I hadn’t been. Continue reading
The Eternal City.
After all my countless visits to Rome, the capital of Italy, this city’s beauty never ceases to amaze me. Continue reading
Review: Marzapane.
I’ve been wanting to come to Marzapane, a fairly new tiny modern Italian restaurant in Rome, since last September but they were always booked! I finally got a reservation and I was curious to try their creative takes on traditional Italian flavors. Continue reading
Review: Da Felice.
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
A Day in Trevignano.
Today I spent a relaxing afternoon in Trevignano, a small town on Lake Bracciano, about 40 minutes by car from Rome. Continue reading
La Bellissima Città di Firenze.
Today was Tommaso’s last day in Florence since we are spending the next week in his hometown of Rome before he starts his new job in Lido di Jesolo. Continue reading
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