Chianti Paradiso

I have been on vacation for two weeks now- my guests arrive in a few days  I’m very excited to welcome Daniel once again as well as Robin, Debbie and Colleen.  I was also privileged to introduce Louise and Simon to my life here in Tuscany.  Below are a few photos taken at San Cerbone, […]

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Fabulous Women Part 2

We took day trips to Lucca, Siena, Florence, and many other places along the way Let’s remember some of the great meals we enjoyed together… from our leisurely breakfasts with all kinds of coffee requests, fresh eggs, to cereal and fruit. And here are some of the more exotic  tastes we sampled: It’s a real […]

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Highlights of our springtime adventure in Tuscany

Hard to believe that Nancy, LeAnn, Mary and Lynda are now back in California and Toby arrived safely in Atlanta.  It’s hard to put the experience into words and even photos can’t  tell the entire story, but here is my attempt. Enjoy the slideshows!   The arrival on  April 17   On our first morning, we […]

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First photos from Firenze!

Safe and sound, here I am in Firenze. Thanks to Cristina and Luca for the use of their apartment until I go to the countryside to get ready for the California group’s arrival! Enjoy the slide show!  

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Our itinerary: art, olives, and jewish history in tuscany

Here is the rough plan of our adventure! Where we are staying: Agritourismo Il Colle in Poggio alle Croce ( near figline valdarno/incisa) Tuesday Oct 28 Day 1 Group picked up at Florence airport, mid afternoon. Welcome reception at Il Colle-  Marcie is cooking! Unpack, relax! if  anyone is feeling energetic: drive around the neighbourhood: […]

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