Piazza Michelangelo Piazzale Michelangelo is one of the most spectacular viewpoints in Florence. It offers a panoramic view of the city from across the Arno River. Whether you hike up, take a bus, or drive, the effort is well worth …
How Siena Helps Norcia | Devastating Earthquake
Siena Helps Norcia, Italy When you are a sister city – you help one another as Siena helps Norcia. On a recent trip to Siena, we visited the Complesso Museum. This museum is just one of many places you can visit …
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 …
Another 90-Day Adventure Highlights in Italy
Another 90-Day Adventure Another 90-day adventure once again has flown by. It all started on February 6, 2017, when we flew into Rome. We decided to take a few days to just relax as anyone who has flown overseas knows it …
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 …
90-Day Exciting Adventure Comes in February
90-Day Exciting Adventure Comes in February Our next 90-day adventure begins on February 6, 2017, through Southern Italy. Yup, you guessed it, our Italian passports have still not been issued. Unfortunately, because we are living in Arizona, we were obligated …
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 …
90 Day Adventure in Italy: Amazing and Memorable
Our 90-Day Adventure in Italy – Emilia-Romagna Region Our 90-day adventure in Italy was truly amazing and memorable. This adventure/journey all started because we were tired of waiting to hear from the Italian Consulate about our citizenship papers. We decided …
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 …