The Markets of the French Riviera – The Beating Heart of Provence by the Sea
I have always believed that the best way to discover a city’s true character is through its markets. Whenever I arrive in a new place, the very first thing I
Schiacciata con l’Uva – A Taste of Tuscan Autumn
“Friday means market day” – that’s how my mother greets me every week. And indeed, Friday is the true feast of the market. I usually head to Florence’s Le Cure
Semifonte – Tuscany’s Forgotten City and Brunelleschi’s Dome in Miniature
On a late September afternoon, Florence was still sweltering at 33°C. The city stones radiated heat, and I longed to escape. Just a short drive away, among the Tuscan hills
A Hidden Gem on the French Riviera: 2 Days in Cagnes-sur-Mer
When my friend Louise invited me to spend a late-summer weekend at her holiday home in Cagnes-sur-Mer, I knew it would be the perfect escape. Nestled between Nice and Antibes,
Inside a Tuscan Pantry: 14 Must-Have Ingredients You’ll Always Find in My Kitchen
Everyday Essentials, Family Recipes, and a Tuna Pasta Sauce You’ll Love Louise, my French friend – whom I’ve mentioned to you several times before, most recently when the autumn issue
Santa Fiora – The Hidden Gem of Mount Amiata in Tuscany
There is a popular Italian saying: “Whoever goes to Santa Fiora, falls in love.”And I must say – it is true. The first time I visited this small Tuscan village,
Chestnut Flour Lasagne with Walnut Sauce
Chestnut Flour from Tuscany – The Autumn Treasure of Local Cuisine The chestnut season is here, and I can hardly wait to see markets filled with freshly harvested chestnuts and
Ferrari Driving Experience at Mugello Circuit – Adrenaline in the Heart of Tuscany
When my American friends, John and Emily, visited Tuscany, I knew I had to organize something unforgettable for them. Both are passionate car enthusiasts, and when they heard they could
Petra d’Italia – Discover the Etruscan Treasures of Baratti and Populonia
Baratti, Maremma Put on your hiking boots and get ready for an adventure where Jordan comes to Tuscany – because if we don’t travel to Petra, Petra comes to us!
Castello di Celsa – Timeless Charm in the Tuscan Hills
Having lived in Tuscany for over ten years, I still discover places that surprise me. One of my latest discoveries is Castello di Celsa, near Siena, nestled in a lush