Piazza Michelangelo Piazza Michelangelo overlooks the city from across the Arno River. This square has a superb view of Florence and the stunning dome of the Duomo. It’s worth the hike, drive, or bus ride. The best photos are taken …
Gelato Festival 2017 Europe UPDATE
Gelato Festival 2017 – Europe Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on June 29, 2017, and has been updated to announce the winners!! (Bottom of post) The Gelato Festival started in 2010 to celebrate the Florentine origins of ice cream. …
Florence Restaurants
There are so many great restaurants in Florence but here are some of our favorites! Only open for lunch and have five tables – most offerings are under €7,00, and the house wine €1,50 a glass! The Pappa al Pomodoro …
Lucca Restaurants
Pasquale will amaze you with his wine and food. One of the nicest guys in Lucca… and the best restaurant! Must make a reservation but make it a must-stop when in Lucca! You won’t be disappointed! Owned by Rebecca and …
Parma Restaurant
The entrance in the Duomo piazza is actually the back of the restaurant but, you can enter either way. We ate there several times and they did not disappoint us! Great location and outdoor seating. Very good food and …
Ravello Restaurant
I enjoyed the five pasta sampler and Gary had the sausage and broccoli. Loved them both. Mamma is a hoot!
Sorrento Restaurants
Sorrento has so many great restaurants, especially for seafood. Here are our favorites! A special place and a fantastic find! We wrote about this restaurant in our first book, “Our Italian Journey,” and how we met Gina’s family. Great location …
Cortona Restaurant
This place was so accommodating… it was about a half hour before they were supposed to open but they knew we were hungry and accepted us in with open arms!
Rome Restaurant Recommendations
Here are our top recommendations for Rome restaurants and dining suggestions. We have included the name, address, and phone number of these great places. We always revisit to make sure these recommended places are still worth visiting. Rest assured you …