Umbrian wine tasting
We are approaching the month of Italy's biggest wine event, the famous Vinitaly. As you might have guessed, year-round there are lots of smaller events held throughout Italy. Last Saturday for instance we visited Vinix in Perugia. Because of the...
Artisanal beer in Umbria.
Sagrantino, Montefalco, Sangiovese, all words that connect Umbria to a famous drink referred by many. But it is not only wine they make in Umbria you can find some tasty beer as well. Last Friday Villla Taticchi had organized a cheese and beer tasting evening. The...
Barter trade.
Last week I entered a shop and was greeted by the view of some splendid Dutch flowers. Now I know our beloved neighbours love flowers and especially narcissus and tulips so despite the steep price I bought some and handed them over to my neighbour. Next day a car came...
Eco heating in Umbria.
Do you know that feeling just before bedtime you sleepily brush your teeth, let the dogs out for a little wee, switch of the lights in the kitchen and living room slide into bed only to be very clear awake a few seconds later. It is the touch of the icecold sheets...
Vacation doesn’t equal happiness but……
According to Dutch research taking a holiday won't necessarily increase your happiness. The study showed that the largest increase in happiness comes from the simple act of planning a vacation. In the study, the effect of vacation anticipation boosted happiness for...
Magic green Umbria
Clicking through all pictures on my camera I hit upon these. I took them in December walking some lovely hills near my house. Now growing a nice patch of grass is not an easy thing to do in Umbria so I was amazed when I hit the top...
McItaly
You an hartly have missed this, McDonalds Italy is introducing some special hamburgers in Italy. Their speciality lies in the fact that they are made using Italian products. Products used among others are pancetta, olive oil and artichoke puree. Is it a big deal?...
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