Travel During the Middle Ages
Travel During the Middle Ages From March 20 to June 6, 2015 Planning a trip to Florence between March 20 and June 6, 2015? Don’t miss this fascinating exhibition illustrating…
The Pure, simple and natural in art in Florence between the 16th and 17th centuries.
The Pure, simple and natural in art in Florence between the 16th and 17th centuries. Uffizi Gallery Until October 31, 2014 The exhibition intends to undermine the cliché of a…
Jacopo Ligozzi. “Universal Painter” (Verona, 1547 – Florence, 1627)
Jacopo Ligozzi. “Universal Painter” (Verona, 1547 – Florence, 1627) Palatina Museum Until September 28, 2014 More than one hundred works will be on show, including loans from prestigious international institutions…
Sacri Splendori. The treasure of the “Chapel of the Relics” in Palazzo Pitti
Sacri Splendori. The treasure of the "Chapel of the Relics" in Palazzo Pitti Silver Museum - Palazzo Pitti Situated on the piano nobile of the Medici residence next to the…
The Art of Chocolate Making
When you combine passion for chocolate, only the best ingredients and skilled hands of master Chocolatier Claudio Pistocchi you will end up with the best chocolate cake in the world,…
Florence: Stunning Views Along a Special Path
After a day or two inside Florence’s art galleries it’s time to get outdoors and appreciate the city as its own work of art. Here is a daylong itinerary featuring…
Florence’s Extraordinary, Off-the-Beaten-Path Museums
Florence always surprises. Each visit offers you something new and special while the changing seasons offer different sights, colors, and flavorful foods. Florence’s major attractions always appeal but hidden treasures…
Art and Italian Royal Cuisine
Royal Italian families - the Savoys, the Bourbons, the Gonzagas, plus the merchant Medici family, famously sponsored and eventually shared fabulous works of art with the public. But there was…
Cathedral Hopping from Milan to Rome
Italy's cathedrals are high on the list of practically every visitor to Italy. No wonder. The most famous are the work of Italy's greatest artists and architects including Michelangelo and…
Colors, Flavors and the Magic of Chianti Villages
Do you recall those wonderful postcard landscapes of Tuscany with rolling hills topped by ancient villages? The wonderful sunflowers, the fine vineyards, the olive groves, and the winding streets marked…
A two-day stroll through Florence’s artistic and culinary delights
Think "Italy" - and you'll probably think "Italian food". The delicious flavors of olive oil, cheese, pasta, and meat accompanied by great wine come to mind (and taste buds). Many…
Did you know that in the ancient times, there was only one city that competed against Florence for power, wealth and artistic beauties ?
Yes, and the city is Siena! You'll discover Piazza del Campo, the main central square where the famous Palio horse race takes place every year. You will also discover the quieter backstreets and the contrade,…
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