Girl in Florence

• What to Do in September 2021 in Florence, Italy: Events & More 2 months ago Ahhh, glorious September. Normally this month in Florence Italy, there is a real buzz of excitement, as it coincides with the classic “rientro” or return period after the traditional summer holidays.  You’ll find locals bronzed and happy, (well, those lucky enough to have escaped this...
• Sale Season: A Family Affair. Shopping at Barberino Designer Outlet in Tuscany 4 months ago Sale season in Italy has always been a much-anticipated time for many of us always keen on a good deal. Admittedly, I have always found shopping in Italy quite challenging at least in the clothing arena. As someone who is both tall with healthy hips, it can be discouraging to constantly play the...
• Returning to Venice For a Weekend 5 months ago “Memory’s images, once they are fixed in words, are erased,” Marco Polo said. “Perhaps I am afraid of losing Venice all at once if I speak of it, or perhaps, speaking of other cities, I have already lost it, little by little.” Italo Calvino, Invisible Cities Venice. After such a long year...
• Pasticceria Buonamici for Artisanal Pastries and Coffee in San Frediano 6 months ago When it comes to that perfect breakfast when I’m back home in Florence, the quality of the pastries and proximity to our house is pretty key. That being said, I’m not beyond a quick-fix cornetto when the moment calls (hey auto grill – looking at you) but having those spot-on,...
• Discover One of Florence's Most Treasured Artisans: Fratelli Traversari 7 months ago From the moment I stepped up to the wrought iron gates of  Fratelli Traversari Mosaici on Via Senese, I had a feeling what lied behind the serene doorway was something special. The non-descript location didn’t give anything away, but knowing Florence often the most special places are ones on...

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