Monthly Archives: September 2010

London River~the movie

Posted on September 29, 2010 by

So where is the London River? Maybe they mean the Thames . . . then why wouldn’t they call it that? Supposedly, for years, those who use it for functional transport have commonly called it “the London River,” but that … Continue reading →

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Da Gino

Posted on September 27, 2010 by

Nobody seemed to know where it was. “È un ristorante famoso per Slow Food! It’s a restaurant famous for Slow Food” for cryin’ out loud! How could it possibly be so illusive? Wandering in circles around Piazza del Parlamento, Parliament … Continue reading →

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The Swimming Pool

Posted on September 24, 2010 by

Here is an all-too-real Italian story that may amuse you. In 1999 (11 years ago), we bought this old farmhouse in Italy along with 3 Italian families—one married couple with two young girls, and two other young-ish bachelors. They are … Continue reading →

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Leprechauns

Posted on September 22, 2010 by

5 AM Saturday morning. Wide-awake, I got out of bed as quietly as possible. Tiptoeing into the closet I collected some morning clothes by feeling around in the dark, and then stole away past the door into the moody stairway. … Continue reading →

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Italy with a Twist

Posted on September 20, 2010 by

A large white envelope arrived in our mailbox yesterday. Our friend, Susan, sent Il Bollettino della Piccola Italia, The Little Italy Bulletin for us to check out and enjoy. We were expecting a flier or an announcement in the local … Continue reading →

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Beer and Eggs

Posted on September 17, 2010 by

Several years ago, we stopped at the small alimentari, food market in the outskirts of Fiesole, Borgunto to buy some eggs on the way home. This particular market is so small, if there are more than 4 customers, you have … Continue reading →

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The Sound of Goodbye

Posted on September 15, 2010 by

Rain splats against the window. Familiar, predictable. Dogs bark in the valley and the sound echoes between the hills. Normal. Water begins to boil in the pot and we imagine air bubbles rising to the surface to accompany the sound. … Continue reading →

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da Que’ Ganzi

Posted on September 13, 2010 by

Florence is the queen city of restaurants. There are literally hundreds of them, from quaint to elegant. From simple to gourmet. From traditional to nouvelle. Tourists pack the restaurants every night of the week, and all will gladly relive their … Continue reading →

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Uva Fragola—Strawberry Grapes

Posted on September 9, 2010 by

About 10 years ago we planted grape vines on the arbor for shade in the summer and sun in the winter. A grape arbor is the perfect natural solution since the grapes come on strong in the hottest months and … Continue reading →

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Garden of Magic

Posted on September 6, 2010 by

Stefano arrived right on time. Our favorite vivaio, gardener came walking up the steps toward the front door. But rather than watching where he was going, he was looking around at the plants that had grown up since he was … Continue reading →

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