This time last year, our family holiday to Europe was coming to an end. One of the highlights was staying at what I called our Umbrian Palace, Laguscello. This beautiful farm house was tucked away from the traffic, offered endless…
Pharmacy convenience Italian style
This is the first time I have seen a pharmacy vending machine. Quite a good idea really and I imagine it would be very convenient, especially in small towns where there are limited shopping hours. In this vending machine there…
Spello, pretty little Spello, Umbria
To quote my favourite guidebook in the universe, Lonely Planet, “Just when you think Umbrian towns can’t get any prettier, along comes Spello“. And they were right. This gorgeous little hilltop medieval town has cute lane ways filled with potted…
Numero Uno restaurant in Orvieto, Umbria
I think everyone should experiencing eating in Italy in their life, even if just once. The Italians understand pleasure and they understand food – and more over, there is awesome produce readily available in which to create delectable delights. Last…
Italian supermarkets
Oh how I LOVE Italian supermarkets! Most of them (not all mind you), have the most fantastic produce, delis, and butchers. Supermarket shopping when I travel is something I love to do. It gives a real insight into the sorts…