I’m reminiscing about the view from our terrace the past couple of weeks. Alla prossima!
Pine Cones, Palm Leaves, And Wheat
Live from Italy! Pine cones, palm leaves, and wheat–what do they mean? The past two days, I’ve been in Bari, a major city in the region of Puglia. While in Bari, I visited two of the major churches, the late 12th century Basilica of San Nicola and the late 13th century Cathedral of San Sabino….
If These Boats Could Talk
Boats at Aspra, the fishing village of Bagheria In Aspra, there is a museum focused on anchovy fishing and all things anchovy: Museo dell’Acciuga di Aspra. Although I haven’t yet been, since this type of fishing was done by my family (in these waters) for centuries, while in Sicily the next few weeks, I hope…
My Roots Research In Sicily
What do you think? Is there a likeness? I often help our Experience Sicily clients conduct heritage research in Sicily. When I’m with them (which I love!), or we connect them with locals to assist at the municipal offices of vital records (Anagrafe). Well, this week, I turned the tables on myself. I’ve been staying…
Noticing Beauty In Ortigia
Live from Sicily! My morning walk was full of treasures. I’ve been to Siracusa many times. Yet, each time, I allow myself to see it with fresh eyes. Here’s a reminder… When traveling, allow yourself to wander and to notice. The rewards of discovering simple acts of beauty will bring you joy. Don’t rush. Leave…
Elena By Euripides in Siracusa
Today’s adventure in Sicily: Elena (Helen) by Euripides in Siracusa. Summary: Magnificent! Join us in May 2020 for Myths and Mysteries of Sicily, and we’ll attend the production of the INDA theater together. (Yes, that is a pool of water!)
Serious Research: Cooking Class In Palermo
Live from Sicily! Doing more research today! Fresh pasta and cannoli class with Mamma Corleone and our clients in Palermo. Wow! What fun… And man, am I full! Buona cena!
Join Us For Fun In The Sun And In The Kitchen This September in Sicily
We’re doing research today for our boat excursion (with Escursioni Team Shark Lanzafame) for September’s Stirring Sicily food and wine tour! Here’s an account of the beautiful coastline of Capo Zafferano. Meanwhile, I have to say the snorkeling at Le Formiche, an undersea mountain range that is a coral reef of sorts, was magnificent! I…
My Mornings In Sicily
Live from Sicily! Photos from my morning walks (and where Andrea and I swam this morning)
Serenade in Sicily
Last night our musician friends Ettore and Alfredo invited us to witness a pre-wedding serenade they were asked to perform. 100 friends and family came to listen and surprise the bride-to-be. Not the traditional intimate moment that has existed for centuries, but still, a wonderful night to be part of! Of course, the ballad “Nicuzza”…