In the countryside around Ragusa in Sicily, fields destined for cultivation were cleared of rocks. But what to do with the rocks? Traditional stone structures or the amazing and mysterious muragghi are the answer. [more...]
A Personal Guide to Travel and Life in Italy
This personal guide to travel and life in Italy is culled from over 20 years of experience living and working in Italy. Get the inside scoop on what it’s really like to live in Italy, my favorite places to go in Italy, my recommended hotels and restaurants in Italy and even the darker side of life in Italy and how to cope with its mind-numbing bureaucracy. I’ll cover lots of different topics from luxury to adventure travel in Italy, Italian politics, culinary travel in Italy, Italian language, customs and traditions, as well as how I personally became an expert on Italian furnace parts.
Traditional Stone Structures in Sicily – Mysterious Muragghi in Ragusa
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Wed, 17 Mar 2010
Sunday Lunch in Italy – An Italian Family Tradition in Sicily
Sunday lunch in Italy has traditionally been a leisurely family affair, and if there is no one willing to cook at home, the next best thing is an agriturismo in Sicily for a huge farm lunch. [more...]
Posted By:Anita | 6 Comments | Italian Food Traditions & Recipes, Reviews & Recommendations in Italy, Stories of Life in Tuscany & Sicily, Understanding the Culture & Customs of Italy Del.icio.us | Print | Trackback Sun, 14 Mar 2010
Lavender in My Garden in Sicily – What’s Blooming in March
A variety of French Lavender flourishes in my garden in Sicily, and is already in full bloom in March. [more...]
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3 Tips for Restoring a House in Sicily with Real Life Examples
Restoring an old house in Sicily may sound like an interesting and romantic endeavor. It’s not. Here are 3 tips from my own life experience with examples of what to expect. [more...]
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English-Italian Lessons Served with Cappuccino on Tour in Tuscany
In an attempt to clarify pricing in English, a cafe owner in Pienza risked encouraging some wild behavior. Time for an English-Italian lesson along with cappuccino on a tour in Tuscany.
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Posted By:Anita | 1 Comment | Hip Trip Tips for Travel in Italy, Stories of Life in Tuscany & Sicily, Travel Notes from Tours in Italy Del.icio.us | Print | Trackback Fri, 5 Mar 2010
Saracen Olive Trees in Sicily – Old is Beautiful
The most beautiful olive trees in Italy are the oldest ones, and they can be found in Apulia and in Sicily. [more...]
Posted By:Anita | 4 Comments | Hiking & Walking Trails in Italy, Stories of Life in Tuscany & Sicily Del.icio.us | Print | Trackback Wed, 3 Mar 2010
Learning Italian in Italy
The most important thing to keep in mind when learning Italian as an adult is to keep your sense of humor, even when everyone is laughing at you. [more...]
Posted By:Anita | 3 Comments | Stories of Life in Tuscany & Sicily, Understanding the Culture & Customs of Italy Del.icio.us | Print | Trackback Fri, 26 Feb 2010
Italy Festivals: Celebrate at the Onion Festival in Sicily
Huge sweet onions are on sale at the Giarratana Onion Festival in Sicily, where you can join the celebration with Italian families feasting on onion-based dishes. [more...]
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Christopher Buckley on Dolomites Walking Tour & Via Ferrata Hike
A walking tour in the Dolomites with Christopher Buckley takes an exciting turn as we venture onto a via ferrata hike near Cortina. Christopher talks about his tour on video. [more...]
Posted By:Anita | 3 Comments | Hiking & Walking Trails in Italy, Travel Notes from Tours in Italy Del.icio.us | Print | Trackback Sun, 21 Feb 2010
Grape Harvest in Chianti Tuscany – Italian Wines & Wine Culture
Posted By:Anita | 3 Comments | Hiking & Walking Trails in Italy, Italian Wine, Cellar Visits, and Wine-Tasting in Italy, Stories of Life in Tuscany & Sicily Del.icio.us | Print | Trackback Fri, 19 Feb 2010
