Tagged With: Rome
Another New Category… Recipes With Cheek!
What pairs nicely with a glass of Prosecco? Some women might answer, “An Italian man of course!”… No that answer is wrong… although depending on the circumstances, it could be right. In this case, the correct answer is … Parmesan Chips. I posted my step by step recipe a couple of years ago when I … Continue reading
Daily Photo – Sipping a Macchiato at Antico Caffè Greco in Rome
Back in August, I stopped for a macchiato at Caffè Greco after spending a visit at the Keats-Shelley House in Rome. Caffè Greco opened in 1760 and has been frequented by many famous writers and poets including John Keats. On an upcoming blog post I will take you inside the Keats-Shelley House and share the Romantics … Continue reading
Rain, Rain … and an Earthquake!
Last night there was a 7.7 magnitude earthquake off the coast of British Columbia (B.C.). To be more precise it was off the coast of Haida Gwaii, which is up the coast from Vancouver. The quake was felt as far inland as Prince George, which is central B.C. (500 miles/804 km north off Vancouver) and … Continue reading
Smokey Eyes, Black Tango and a Golden Jungle in Venice, Italy
Ciao Regazzi!! Smokey Eyes, Black Tango and a Golden Jungle… the highlight of my day. They are also the words that describe my purchases today at Sephora, my favourite place to shop for makeup, perfume and other assorted beautifying products here in Italy. Its inevitable that when I go specifically for one item, I walk out … Continue reading
The Date from Hell, English Language Teacher Training and a New Starhotels Experience!
Warning the contents of this post might not be suitable for some readers, but sometimes the truth never is. The last 5 days have included the date from hell, fantastic ESL teacher training tips, and a new experience with Starhotels Tuscany! Let’s see, where should I start. I arrived in Florence last Thursday afternoon and … Continue reading
My Venice
Daily Haiku Humidity: Thick sticky air, shit looking out my window, sigh I dream of air con Yes I am in Venice. Today the weather network predicted 29 celsius temps with a feels like factor of 41 celsius and 81% humidity. I think another heat wave is coming through as the temps are going to … Continue reading
Daily Photo – The Spanish Steps at 7:30 a.m.
Hot Temperatures = Hot Tempers RX: Yoga, Spritz, Wine, Dance
The heat wave continues over here. I did not think that it was possible to sweat this much. Some tourists were up at the crack of dawn walking the streets with their cameras. Air-conditioned bars, restaurants and stores are other good options for staying cool…. and cold showers. On one evening I listened to the … Continue reading
Daily Photo – Antipasti
One of the appetizers that I sampled at Ristorante Sangallo ai Coronari in Bella Roma Buffalo Mozzarella, Buffalo Ricotta, Eggplant, Sundried Tomatoes and Olives
Made in Italy
Tuesday and Wednesday were spent getting last minute “Made in Italy” purchases for my brother. We managed to find everything that he wanted. At this moment he is back in Canada and I am sure he is sharing his Italy stories. Florence was his favourite and he hopes to bring a group of Canadian … Continue reading
