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
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
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
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
For our second year anniversary, Tommy and I decided to visit the tiny town of Colle di Val d’Elsa, about 30 minutes from Siena. I had been wanting to visit this city because I’ve heard about a phenomenal two Michelin star restaurant located there called Arnolfo. Continue reading
Well, after ringing in 2014 in Amsterdam it was time for Tommaso’s birthday! In 2013 I took him to Il Convivio Troiani in Rome. Since we were both back in Florence for school I decided to plan a dinner at Il Palagio, a one Michelin star restaurant located in the Four Seasons Hotel. Continue reading
I first went to Ristorante Ora d’Aria in 2012 right after the restaurant received its first Michelin star. I was excited because I had been living in Florence for about six months and still hadn’t had a fine dining meal here. Continue reading