Buongiorno Firenze

Thunderstorms were forecast for Florence this week but although huge grey clouds loomed  overhead, the sun continued to shine. So, my first stop this morning was Gilli’s cafe on Piazza della Republica. After class, I just had to window shop and then enjoyed a late lunch  with friends in the Oltrarno area. Outfits from top […]

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go GOZO go

Italy has a national holiday on the 2nd June so I grabbed the opportunity to jet off for some sun. Gozo is a tiny island in the Mediterranean sea, it boasts pre – historic temples dating to 6000 BC, beautiful sea and sun kissed limestone houses. Just the place to relax before returning to Florence […]

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February Sunshine

When I first arrived in Florence last September, I was warned that Florence has really cold winters. I love the way most Florentines dress up on the coldest days – wonderful hats, caps, coats and scarves. It’s inspirational to see even the elderly so elegantly attired. It has been a mild February and here are […]

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An afternoon in Siena

As the sun was shining this morning and rain is forecast for the rest of the week, I decided to catch a train to Siena. Arrived just in time for lunch and so made my way to Osteria Le Logge. The food is always amazing but today the famous Italian actress Claudia Cardinale walked in […]

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