An American Wedding at Villa Corsini in Florence
Many of you know me only through my blogs, and perhaps not everyone realizes what I truly do besides writing. Of course, I lead Victoria Cruises Line, but beyond the
Bargello Museum – Florence’s Quiet Treasure
Florence’s Hidden Gem of Renaissance Sculpture Walking through Florence, it’s easy to be drawn into the Uffizi or the Accademia. Yet, tucked away in the heart of the city lies
Pane Carasau – Traditional Sardinian Flatbread
“Is there something you’d like us to bring you back from Sardinia, Victoria?” This was last month, just a day before my friends were about to leave for the second-largest
Fratelli Corso: Mozzarella di Bufala in Tuscany
An Italian Highway Stop to Remember: Fratelli Corso and Mozzarella di Bufala in Capalbio Highway stops are usually just functional breaks — a quick refuel, a coffee, maybe a sandwich
Street Food in Pompeii – The First Fast Food?
In ancient Pompeii, one place pulsed with the rhythm of daily life more than any other: the thermopolium. Much like today’s coffee shops or food stalls, the thermopolium served as
Grana Padano vs. Parmigiano Reggiano – Two Italian Cheeses, Their History and Flavors
When you think of Italian cuisine, Grana Padano and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese is one of the first symbols that comes to mind. Around the world, names like mozzarella or parmesan
Chianti Classico Wine – Exploring Tuscany’s Vineyards and Traditions
I often mention Chianti calassico wine when talking about Tuscany, but I realized I’ve never truly written about it. Over the years, I’ve attended countless wine tastings and festivals in
Lardo di Colonnata – Stanley Tucci’s Tuscan Culinary Treasure in Carrara
When Stanley Tucci described Lardo di Colonnata as one of Italy’s finest delicacies, I knew I had to taste it for myself. So I travelled to Carrara, the land of
Limoncello – The History of Italy’s Lemon-Y Wonder
Limoncello isn’t just a bottle of sunshine; it’s a long-standing Italian tradition. Its exact origins are debated, but most sources point to Naples and the Amalfi Coast. For centuries, locals
Discovering Morgante: A Hidden Gem in the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens
On a hot day in Florence, we decided to revisit the grandeur of the Pitti Palace, a Renaissance treasure. Built in the 15th century for the powerful Medici family, its