Tag: Italy Restaurant tip
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Bacari in Venice, the local way.
‘Gone for an espresso, some bacari & Venetian delights.. local style’ Venice is surrounded with cute little espresso or bacari (this basically refers to the antipasti or tapas way of eating, but with Venetian customs) bars that make the winding streets interesting to roam. You may pass little vegetable stands, chocolate shops, delis and…
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Beyond the Grand Canal
‘When a city of tourists becomes more to explore’ No doubt, Venice is one of the most touristic cities in Europe, but finding the magic is easy once you stay away from the main drags and walk further into an authentic experience. Walking through the maze-like streets, one hidden corner after another reveals itself to…
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Rainbowed Burano
‘ When your hungover in Burano, enjoy a 7 hour seafood lunch in a rainbowed street of cute houses’ Burano Island, Venice The colourful island of Burano was a highlight of our Venice trip with its simple lifestyle and authentic charm. The picturesque village fills with vibrant little houses that lays in the Venetian lagoon…
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Wine Lovers town
Montefalco is a cozy culinary town that is dedicated to good restaurants and quality wines just like most of Umbria’s little towns. I have visited Montefalco 3 years in a row and from that I have drawn a mouth-watering guide to our favourite restaurants. First of all, Montefalco is a great base for a few…
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‘Show stopping Matera’
‘May this be your photogenic travel guide to Matera, if you are stopping there for a few days. This will give you an idea on where to stay, eat and wander around in the heart of the cave town.’ The ancient part of Matera (called Sassi translates to “stones”) is where the beauty lies, wrapped…
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Getting lost in Ceglie Messapica ♥
‘Welcome to the cute little, less known town of Ceglie Messapica’ The drive to Ceglie Messapica through the Itria Valley countryside is enough to win your heart if you are new to Apulia. With scattered cone-shaped trulli, farms and century old forests of olive trees lead you to quiet little roads that are marvellous to…
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Gubbio, A Medieval Jewel in Umbria
Gubbio, Umbria Last summer, my hubby and I scrapped the surface of Gubbio as we spent the evening in the old town for a stroll and dinner. I love the medieval architecture and flock of stores and restaurants that make up the centre. With numerous “hole-in-the-wall enoteca’s“, wine and food is the heart…
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Sea Urchin Heaven
Il Principe del Mare Ristoro, Torre Canne If you are a seafood lover, this little place is a must see! I originally found this restraunt tip via Masseria Moroseta whom described this place as a hidden gem right by the seashore that is home to sea urchins. Right on the Adriatic Sea, the place looks…
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The untainted beauty of Scilla Chianalea
From the sandy coloured buildings to the details of the door handles, Scilla Chianalea is a tiny hidden treasure that exists right on the edge of the sea, far South of Calabria. Scilla is located on the toe of Italy’s boot that is split in two by a tiny port. To the North, the…
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Sunsets in Spello
A magical little town that comes lit in the evenings as the sun drapes its rays across the stone pathways. From the occasional white blankets that hang on the wire lines and the colourful flower pots that crowd the streets, makes picture-esq Spello worth a visit when traveling around Umbria. I love the pale shades…