Category Archives: Lucca

Wooaaahhhh…horse!

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Melonie

Or in my latest experience riding horses in Tuscany, Giddy Up!!! Yes, I was lucky enough to get the slow horse! Followed by my hubby who had the stallion, “Paco”-who really really really liked my horse! ha The kid’s horse, … Continue reading →

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Egg’cellent

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Melonie

So I admit I read a lot of recipes.  I am a dreamer that someday I will actually make something I read about…for years I have read every Italian book on making fresh bread and pasta, thinking to myself…I could … Continue reading →

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While we’re on the subject of cheese….

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Melonie

  The song says “Over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house we go”…well, in the hills above Lucca in the Garfagnana it would say…”Over the river and UP through the woods, and up and up and up…to … Continue reading →

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A few Money Tips…

Posted on June 9, 2012 by Melonie

Don’t leave home without it…no, not your American Express…your Euro’s-the money of Italy! Depending on where you are traveling you would be wise to show up with money in hand. Cash is key, and credit cards are not used everywhere. … Continue reading →

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Zip Lining in the Alps!!

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Melonie

A super fun day and a great change from the medieval villages, museums, art, or shopping is an outdoor adventure in the Garfagnana! Kids and adults alike will appreciate the break, the fresh air and a beautiful drive to “Selva … Continue reading →

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Wine Snob?

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Melonie

It’s no secret…the one thing I will never understand or be able to comprehend is the massive undertaking of wine…whether it is here in Tennessee or in Italy. I will never be accused of being a “wine snob”..I even get … Continue reading →

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It’s a Park …not Disney World

Posted on March 11, 2012 by Melonie

I feel compelled to share with you the sweet, relaxing and informative “Pinocchio Park” in Collidi-across the mountain about a half hour from our place…if you take the winding road over through Bennabio (brave it if you dare…) I have … Continue reading →

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Our little hamlet…

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Melonie

Named after a late Roman settler “Carsius”, the hamlet of Crasciana boasts just over 100 town folks…many more homes so most are vacationers like us or “townies” who come to cool off in the summer months. Our flat is actually … Continue reading →

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To Market To Market …

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Melonie

Ok..I’ll admit it…I dream of one day learning how to cook. Italy’s market places  have inspired me to learn. I love going to the open markets on any given day.  Every village has there assigned market day. In Bagni it … Continue reading →

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Romans gathered here…

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Melonie

In the center of an old Roman grid, in the center of town, Lucca’s famous San Michele stands to welcome it’s visitors. Located on the site of an ancient Roman forum, San Michele has the “wow” value when you come around … Continue reading →

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