Inspired by my recent travels through Italy and David Lebovitz’s Mirabelle Jam, I decided to whip up a batch of homemade plum jam. When the Mr. and I went apple picking a few weeks ago, we stumbled upon an Italian Plum tree, Susine plums to be exact (a variety that is grown in Montepulciano). The […]
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Cooking in Tuscany
One of the highlights of my Italian adventure that I have not yet shared with you, was taking the most amazing cooking class with Assunta; a kind chef who owns an adorable B&B right outside of Montepulciano. Assunta’s class is different than any other I have taken – she actually lets you decide the menu […]
Last Sips of Italy
As my trip was quickly coming to an end (insert sad face here), I had a lot planned for my last few days. A quick stop in Positano, followed by my return to Rome to catch my flight home. How had the time passed by so quickly? I’m not quite sure. But I did make […]
Homemade Applesauce
One of my favorite Fall flavors is applesauce, I just love how it makes the whole house smell warm and inviting. Over the years I have tried several different recipes, but they have always had tons of sugar in them. So I decided to try and make my own recipe. With a bit of research, […]
On the Isle of Capri
The next stop on my Italian adventure was the Isle of Capri. I had this picture in my mind of what Capri would look like – sort of out of the movies, glamorous and tropical. And luckily for me, it had turned out to be every bit what I had imagined and more. Capri is […]
Naples
After saying goodbye to Montepulciano, it was time for a quick stop in Naples. I had one full day to explore Naples and get a real taste for the city. I arrived at the train station (in the pouring rain), and was relieved to not wait in the taxi line outside. The hotel where I […]
Day Trips in Tuscany
My final week in Tuscany was a whirlwind of food, festivities and quick day trips. The time seemed to slip away far too quickly. My week started with the final day of the Bravio delle Botti. A long day of celebrating, starting with the blessing of the barrels, ending about 12 hours later with the […]
Under the Tuscan Sun
After enjoying one last gelato in Florence, it was time for me to catch my train and venture to Tuscany, where Montepulciano would be my home for a few weeks. I had never been in the heart of Tuscany before, so I was really excited for the picturesque countryside, red wines and Tuscan foods. During […]
Florence
After a great pit stop in Pisa, it was time to relax in Florence, one of my favorite cities in Italy. I love wandering the streets of Florence, there are so many beautiful buildings, churches, museums, cafes – it is a city with unlimited charm. a proper start in firenze: an iced cappuccino from caffè […]
Fall Bucket List
Fall is one of my favorite times of year – the sweet smell of the fall foliage, the colors, the pumpkins, the chilly nights – what’s not to love? Normally I have really great intentions of what I want to do during Fall, and then before you know it, it’s Christmas and half the things […]