Mr. Misadventures and I took thousands of pictures during our trip to Italy. Between our food tour in Florence, our Tuscan countryside adventures heading to Siena, our Context Travel Tour in Siena, our under the Tuscan sun wanderings, and...
The Westin Excelsior Florence
During our time in Florence we stayed at the Westin Excelsior Florence. We stayed there during our trip to Italy in 2007 and had absolutely loved the beautiful suite we had for three glorious days. And while we didn’t...
Under the Tuscan Clouds
Under the Tuscan clouds. Yes. I know. It is supposed to be under the Tuscan sun, but if you saw the clouds the days I was in Tuscany, you would agree with the name change too. After an amazing...
Adventures In the Tuscan Countryside
Remember that trip to Tuscany I took that one time. Yes, the one last year…. Well the posts are coming! We returned home one year ago this week, so why not celebrate by letting the posts I...
Procacci Florence
Our first day in Florence we did a custom Context Travel tour, Florence for Foodies. During that tour, one of the stops was Procacci, a historic deli founded in 1885, which specializes in products with truffle. Walking into Procacci...
Florence for Foodies
During my trip to Florence in 2007, the food did not leave much of an impression on me. I remember having great breakfasts in the morning, ones that consisted of good espresso and something like a croissant. And I...
Misadventures in getting to Italy
Even veteran travelers can have really bad travel days. Mr. Misadventures and I must have been due… It started when I hung up on the Alitalia agent at the call center. I rarely lose my temper, that Andi I left...
When in Rome with Audrey
If I could choose one woman’s fashion style to emulate for the rest of my life it would be Audrey Hepburn. I am attracted to her simple yet classic style that seems to be timeless. I am not one...
Aperitivo in Milan
There is no doubt that Italian people know how to enjoy life and proof of that is the great way they love to socialize through food and drink. Two friends of mine have been touring Italy this summer, while...
Enjoying Italian Gelato
One of the best things that Italy has, apart from its amazing history and art, is its food. But with the summer and hot weather maybe you will prefer a break from pizza and pasta and instead make the...
My Favorite Italian Desserts
Italy food is great. I’ve had more good food on my trip to Italy than on my trips to France! In addition to the starters and main dishes (primi and segundi) that many of us already know, Italian desserts...
A Typical Tuscan Dinner in Florence
Florence has one of the greatest cultural and artistic heritages in the world. But apart from being a culture paradise, it is also a culinary mecca, as it concentrates the best of Italian cuisine with the specific cuisine of...