Dinner in Vineyard is an annual event organized by wine estate & agriturismo Querceto in Castellina, which happens in the Summer months (June, July, August & September) every year. It was such a unique and not-to-miss experience!
Tuscany
Happy Autober! My Favorite Autumn October Weekend in Tuscany
Summer is over, officially! But don't be sad, as Autumn in October is still lively. Temperature has dropped and the weather is cooler. But for the ocean lovers, although it is now too cold to swim, it is still warm enough to lay on the beach for a sunny afternoon; for those are gelato addicted, … Continue reading Happy Autober! My Favorite Autumn October Weekend in Tuscany
Visit Marble Quarry in Carrara, Homeland of Michelangelo’s David
Why should you consider a visit to the marble cave in Carrara, when you are in Tuscany? If you are into art, for example Renaissance sculptures, you should definitely come to the marble cave and see in person the raw materials before being turned into fine pieces that are admired over thousand years. If you … Continue reading Visit Marble Quarry in Carrara, Homeland of Michelangelo’s David
Road Trip in Casentino | Exploring The Less Touched Tuscan Valley
If I am asked to choose one expression to describe August in Florence, it would be “Chiudo Per Ferie” (Closed for Holidays). Once August arrives, I immediately found Florence more spacious. Most of the Florentines are off, leaving the city to the tourists. Don't be surprised to find a closing door to your favorite shops … Continue reading Road Trip in Casentino | Exploring The Less Touched Tuscan Valley
Barone Ricasoli | Where The Rules Of Chianti Wine Origins
For those of you, who are Chianti wine lovers or just simply interested in Tuscany wine, do you know who was the one set the Chianti wine formula? Or you were like me, just assumed that it was an united agreement by all the Chianti wine makers long long time ago to use at least … Continue reading Barone Ricasoli | Where The Rules Of Chianti Wine Origins
Villa Medicea di Lilliano | A Fancy Escape To The Florentine Countryside
It is flowery here, it is sunny here, it is best time to embrace everything Tuscany here! I was lucky to find two sunny days and spend them in one of the most beautiful Florentine countryside lodge: Villa Medicea di Lilliano. It is a perfect venue for wedding receptions. Visiting as a guest, even in … Continue reading Villa Medicea di Lilliano | A Fancy Escape To The Florentine Countryside
Best of the Year: To My First Year in Italy (May 2015 – April 2016)
Time flies faster than we realize. In a few weeks, I will officially be one-year resident in Florence. Looking back to the past year, I feel so blessed: I managed to settle here, made quite a number of local friends, traveled around Tuscany, armed myself with knowledge of Italian cultures. In the meanwhile of looking … Continue reading Best of the Year: To My First Year in Italy (May 2015 – April 2016)
