Category Archives: Toscana

L’anima rurale d’Italia: Parte I

Posted on May 31, 2018 by babbityjean

Come abbiamo viaggiato in molte città collinari in Umbria l’anno scorso, siamo rimasti colpiti, naturalmente, dalla bellezza dell’architettura e il carattere di queste città di pietra.  Siamo rimasti colpiti dalle viste stupende nel cuore verde d’Italia.  Ma mentre giravamo, c’era … Continue reading →

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Italy’s Rural Soul: Part I

Posted on May 31, 2018 by babbityjean

As we traveled to many of Umbria’s hilltop towns last year, we were struck, of course, by the beauty of the architecture and character of these towns of stone.   We were also awestruck by the gorgeous vistas over the green … Continue reading →

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From the Palette … to the Table

Posted on May 10, 2018 by babbityjean

Rice is an ingredient seen in cuisines throughout the world, but risotto is a preparation specifically Italian, although it too has spread throughout the world.  While Italians are quite proud of their extensive cuisine, one of their most famous dishes … Continue reading →

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