Through the history, thermal baths were known for their benefits. In fact the Greeks used thermal springs to restore body and mind, while the Romans…
In the Valley of the Temples
We left the serenity of the vineyard and followed the road to the Valley of the Temples. The archeological area of Agrigento that encompasses the…
Greek Amphorae at COS
Today Azienda Agricola COS was first on our agenda. It was a beautiful morning to be outside with a wonderful breeze and deep blue skies…
Red soils of Vittoria
It was late morning, the weather was gorgeous and breezy with bright blue Sicilian skies peppered with clouds that we visited the Agricola Arianna Occhipinti.…
From Calabria to the island of Sicily
Today’s destination – beautiful Sicily. We drive south through Calabria to take the ferry across the Strait of Messina. We were loaded and within minutes…
Lecce: the Florence of the south
We jumped back on the bus and headed for the city of Lecce, also known as the “Florence of the South”, in the region of…
The Barolo of the South
Our next stop was Basilisco, a winery at the foot of Vulture. This, in contrast to Cantine del Notaio, is a small winery with 25…
Firenze. My Florence!
EatingIf you are staying at one of our suggested hotels near the train station, there are lots of informal trattorie nearby serving typical Tuscan cuisine.…
Una Canadese a Firenze…
We finally made it to Florence, ready to experience the Renaissance in its full glory, and inspiring as it is, there are a few cautionary…