Danielle Abbazia, Author at Dream of Italy

Dream Day in Italy: Go Antiquing in Arezzo (February/March 2023)

This article originally appeared in the February/March 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. Visit the Tuscan town of Arezzo and prepare to be transported back in time at the Fiera Antiquaria in Piazza Grande. Browse vintage furniture, paintings, jewelry, kitchen gadgets, previously loved books and more. Holding the vintage champagne glasses in your hands, you can try to guess the …

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Lefay Resort – Luxury Escape on Lake Garda (February/March 2023)

This article originally appeared in the February/March 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. After filming this February in Modena and before flying home from Milan, I wanted a few days of relaxation and beauty in northern Italy. But where? Particularly in winter? Yes, even as an Italy travel expert, I don’t always have the immediate answers. The first thought given …

Enjoy The Movie Magic of Under the Tuscan Sun at Villa Laura (February/March 2023)

This article originally appeared in the February/March 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. If you have read Frances Mayes’ bestselling memoir or watched the movie Under the Tuscan Sun like me, you’ve probably dreamed of visiting the magical town of Cortona and wondered about that villa called Bramasole, which means “to yearn for the sun,” that plays center stage. What surprises …

Treasures of Lake Garda (February/March 2023)

This article originally appeared in the February/March 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. Italy’s past and present passions collide around Lake Garda. Ancient thermal waters run into spa pools at ultra modern hotels. Ruins of Roman villas rest above the lake speckled with windsurfers chasing adrenaline under neon sails. Lago di Garda is the largest lake in Italy and touches the …

Casa Dreosti – Affordable Cortona Charm (February/March 2023)

This article originally appeared in the February/March 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. Casa Dreosti is a dream come true. “I was in Cortona 24 years ago as a tourist. I decided that day, that in the future I wanted to move to Cortona and live here. It is a place of history, art, food, and wine,” says Jeroen Janeke. Holding …

The Beating Heart of Rome’s Testaccio (February/March 2023)

This article originally appeared in the February/March 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. “This space is an example of a way of life that puts citizens’ needs first. It is, above all, a meeting place.” —Marco Pucci, olive farmer and 30th generation Roman You feel the real Rome in Testaccio. The real Italy. It is just one short bend in the …

Editor’s Note: February/March 2023 Dream of Italy Issue

This Editor’s Note originally appeared in the February/March 2023 Issue of Dream of Italy. Members receive access to more than 190 back issues—if you’re not a member, join here. I was very randomly led to re-visit Lago di Garda just a few weeks ago and I couldn’t be more grateful. In this issue, you will read my review of Lefay …

Members Only: Virtual Workshop – How to Plan an Extended Stay or Move to Italy

I was completely blown away by our two sessions for our How to Plan an Extended Stay or Move to Italy Virtual Workshop – which is a free bonus for all current paid members. Even if you are not sure if an extended stay or move to Italy is part of your future, do yourself a favor and watch the two …

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Recipe: Patalani Family’s Fritelle di Riso

This article originally appeared in the December 2022/January 2023 issue of Dream of Italy. Riccardo shared the Patalani family’s secret recipe for fritelle di riso with Dream of Italy. These sweet fried pastries are made only during Carnevale and can be found in pastry shops and cafes of Viareggio during this festive time. FOR THE PASTA CHOUX Ingredients -½ …

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