Girl in Florence

• What to Do This December in Florence, Personal Suggestions for a Great Month 2 weeks ago December, as you might expect, is chock full of exciting markets, festive cheer, ornate light setups and interesting events (here’s a list for all over Italy). This is why we love it. The weeks leading up to Christmas and New Year’s Eve in the city are quite busy ones for locals looking to...
• How to Visit the Island of Capri During Low Season 2 weeks ago This is a special guest post by my friend Holly Star who together with her husband’s family, run Michel’Angelo Ristorante in Capri, both of them are incredible people who have most definitely opened my eyes on just how dynamic this island in the glittering bay of Naples can be.  A little...
• Made in Italy: Top Gifts from Tuscany For the Holidays 3 weeks ago It’s that time of year again when I try to stop procrastinating and get my holiday shopping done in advance before the stress of the holidays truly kicks in. Our plans this year are to head to Los Angeles for a quick five-day trip to celebrate the marriage of one of my best friends before...
• Cuoiofficine - Two Florentine Brothers Blend Tradition and Innovation in Leather Accessories 3 weeks ago As we inch ever more towards the holiday season (how did that happen) I’m inspired to focus more this week on quality gifts that you can actually own for a lifetime. Ones that help preserve a craft, that give jobs to the community, that actually brings substance to a label instead of solely to be...
• Why Italy Celebrates L'Estate di San Martino, The Summer of St. Martin 1 month ago As you would expect with any and every celebration in Italy, la festa di san martino or feast day of san martino is mired in a local legend that celebrates both the humility and generosity of a saint along with traditionally warm autumnal weather. In fact, it’s far more likely that you’ve...

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