New ownership of a classic Amalfi restaurants; Florence restaurants with all day service; Rome eatery adds Michelin star and more news on restaurants in Italy.
Florence Solo: The Highs and Lows of Going Alone
A single woman has a dream to see Florence - here is her story of the ups and downs of traveling alone and some of her best finds in Italy's "city of art."
Tuscany’s Villa Mangiacane: This Historic Villa Hotel Takes ‘Top Dog’ Honors
No expense has been spared at this new villa hotel overlooking Florence. Mangiacane, the villa (don't let the name fool you!) is a working farm and has ties to some of the most famous men of the Renaissance.
Segway Tours Hit Florence, Rome
Old fashioned walking tour not going to cut it this time around? We have just the thing for unconventional travelers. Cruise through Florence and Rome in style -- on a segway!
Osteria de l’Ortolano: Not Your Average Italian Deli
Osteria de l'Ortolano doesn't show up in the guidebooks of Florence. But if you happen to live or work in the neighborhood, just a couple of blocks from the Duomo, you'll surely know this popular gastronomia.
Florence’s Ferragamo Museum Celebrates the Art of Shoes
This article originally appeared in the December 2005 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. Let me start with a disclosure — I love shoes: I like the variety of colors; the smell and feel of leather or suede; above all, having a good selection when I dress in the morning. I don’t have as many shoes as I want, but …
New Italy Hotels on the Horizon
There are a number of new Italy hotels poised to open in Florence, Venice, Rome, Capri and Rimini. Get the scoop on these new Italian hotels.
Bargain Beds in Florence Italy: Affordable Hotels
Discover great deals on some of the best and most original places to rest your head in Florence. Whether you like to be in the center of the action or you like the peaceful countryside, here there is something for everyone!
These Small, Elegant Florence Hotels Feel Like Home
Heading over to Florence, Italy? Get the scoop on the service and amenities at four of Florence's new crop of hotels. They are so tranquil and accomodating they feel more like private residences.
The Pala: A Beautiful Object, a Florentine Eatery and a Woman Obsessed
Renowned author Barrie Kerper belives that Florence, Italy never ceases to amaze, on the first or 50th time. Join her on one of her many journeys throughout the city, to discover a divine Florence eatery and a unique excursion to the periphery of Florence.