“Cat”ivated by Deruta!
Deruta is another of so many picturesque Italian hill towns. Located in the region of Umbria and province of Perugia in central Italy…
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Made in Umbria: “Fired Up” in Deruta!
I have always loved ceramic ware. I grew up with the vibrant colors and hand painted decorative designs around me and my attraction to and
♥ Venice Tramonto ♥
Venice Sunset…the sun has set on Venice for centuries and for centuries she has mesmerized us with her beauty, teased us with her mercurial moods
Made in Umbria: Preserving the Woof & Warp of a Medieval Tradition
Giuditta Brozzetti Museo-Laboratorio di Tessitura a Mano An Artisanale Workshop in Perugia In a graceful 14th century convent in the historical center of Perugia, you
Made in Puglia: A Legacy Carved in Stone
One of the many unique features/characteristics of Lecce is its dramatic architecture. Every where you look–and you must look every where–your gaze will be met
Sniffing Out “Black Gold” in the Hills of Umbria
When I first visited Umbria years ago and was told we were going to have a special local dish with truffles, I was expecting chocolate!
♥ Smiles from the Face of Italy ♥
♥ More Precious Moments, Indelible Memories… ♥ “The Face of Italy” was a very personal post, not only about my own Italian-American roots but, about
♥ The Face of Italy ♥
“Love and understand the Italians, for the people are more marvelous than the land.” —E. M. Forster When I started to write about the “face
When 5-Stars Just Aren’t Enough in Venice!
Over the Moon at Baglioni Hotel Luna The opportunity to be the guest of a 5-star luxury property is a rare and real treat for
Going to Florence? Bring Your Smelling Salts!
Florence is a treasure trove of classic art, a must destination for art lovers and students. In droves, visitors flock to the Uffizi, the Duomo,
