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This article originally appeared in the October 2019 issue of Dream of Italy. Walking around the historic center of Florence, you are sure to notice strange, small cutouts in the walls of the old large family homes. They are called buchette del vino, referred to in English as “wine windows” or “wine doors.” Originally, the Nobile families in town also had …
Italy’s Intangible Heritage and How to Actually Touch It Three aspects of Italian culture life are up for inclusion on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List. But they’re not “intangible” exactly, there are exciting ways to experience: Transhumance Alpinism Festival of Celestinian Forgiveness Accessibility: What’s New For Mobility Challenged Travelers in Italy Visiting Italy has always been a challenge, but …
Our TV series relies on underwriters to make our programming possible. A very special thank you to Live Tuscan for supporting the new Dream of Italy: Tuscan Sun Special on PBS. Kathy was lucky enough to enjoy their wonderful hospitality with her dad. What a special experience that was! Their mission is to offer travelers a unique and affordable holiday in any of …
If you lived in or grew up in NY/NJ or CT in the past 40 or 50 years then the name Perillo needs no explanation. Mario Perillo and his groundbreaking commercials for his Italian tours made him more famous than the Pope in some homes! His son Steve has carried Perillo Tours. forward. Host Kathy McCabe sits down with Steve …
The journalist and author of Lost in Florence shares her passion for the Renaissance capital. Nardia is also the author of Florence Beyond Overtourism in the September 2019 issue of Dream of Italy. Nardia Plumridge is an Australian writer who did what many of us dream to do – pack up and move to Italy. After living in London for …
This recipe was featured on Podcast Episode 4: How Tuscan Women Cook. Tuscan Women Cook is a sponsor of the Dream of Italy: Tuscan Sun Special, now airing on PBS. In this episode, Kathy visits the hill town of Cortona in Tuscany, meeting a woman who might be just as passionate about Italy as she is – Under the Tuscan Sun author …
This recipe was featured on Podcast Episode 4: How Tuscan Women Cook. Tuscan Women Cook is a sponsor of the Dream of Italy: Tuscan Sun Special, now airing on PBS. In this episode, Kathy visits the hill town of Cortona in Tuscany, meeting a woman who might be just as passionate about Italy as she is – Under the Tuscan Sun author …
How to Beat Overtourism in Florence It may seem that, like other major European destinations, Florence’s most popular attractions are overrun with tourists. However, once you venture off the beaten path, you’ll find a more authentic Florence. Visit lesser-known museums and artisan studios to get a fuller picture of the city, its history and culture, and the people who live …
As in most any society, then women have the power – at least in the kitchen. Have you ever dreamed of learning to cook in a traditional Italian kitchen? Tuscan Women Cook, in the small Tuscan village of Montefollonico, brings travelers to Tuscany for hands-on learning in the kitchens of the masters – Tuscan grandmothers or nonni. Host Kathy McCabe pays …
Our TV series relies on underwriters to make our programming possible. A very special thank you to LivItaly Tours for supporting the new Dream of Italy: Tuscan Sun Special on PBS. This family owned business strives to share their love and passion for Italy by providing private and small group tours of maximum 6 people per tour to create an intimate and …
