Archive for Bella Calabria
Day Trip from Catanzaro: Scalea
Catanzaro has it all … we have breathtaking beaches, rugged mountains and an intriguing downtown, to boot. But you already know that … we talked about it yesterday. One thing I didn’t mention, however is that Catanzaro’s central location makes it the ideal base for vacationers who want to tour Calabria.
Catanzaro is 45 minutes from La Sila, [...]
Travel Tip Tuesday: 15 Reasons to Visit Catanzaro Italy
It’s human nature to take things we love for granted, and although none of us like to admit we do that with people, it is safe to say, at least some of us, have taken our “hometowns” for granted.
When Robin approached me with this idea as a potential Travel Tip Tuesday topic, I felt somewhat [...]
Love Thursday: Footpaths in Scalea
One of the most beautiful towns in Calabria sits perched on a mountain overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. Surrounded by lush hills and creamy white sand, Scalea is one of the most touristy areas of our great region, but remember “touristy” is relative and this almost undiscovered gem won’t stay hidden long.
I plan to delve into [...]
Calabrian Womens Summit - 2008
It is that time of year again when the birds serenade us with their songs, children play outdoors, and the American girls in Calabria get together to discuss the state of our unions. We moved the Calabrian Womens Summit back two months this year from March to May, and while we weren’t able to celebrate [...]
Travel Tip Tuesday: Cheap Sleeps
After you’ve emptied your checking account and sold that last pint of sangue at the blood bank to cover your over-prized and under-valued airline ticket, the next biggest chunk of change is spent on lodging. This is possibly the most important decision a traveler makes when booking travel and sadly this choice is often based on the [...]
Giro d’Italia Takes Catanzaro
And, I was there!
As prompted by my new pal Sally, over at Homebody at Heart, I scoured the giornali to find our when and where the famous bike race would blaze through Catanzaro. The when was yesterday, May 13, 2008 - around 5:00 PM, they said … The where? Right outside casa mia, piu’ o meno.
The [...]
Pazzi for Porcini
I’m in love.
And, no it isn’t just with him, him, or even him.
I’m in love with a mushroom, and I don’t mean the smoking kind.
Porcini mushrooms win the blue ribbon as the delicacy of all delicacies in my book, and I pretty sure I’m not alone. There are many types and qualities of porcini mushrooms, and if you are [...]
Fried Dough is Good for the Heart
I’ve lost count of the times I’ve heard someone refer to Americans as piggish, gluttonous, or, well, fat. It happens a lot! In fact, a month or so ago we went out for pizza with Pep’s cousins, his cousins’ cousins, and some of their friends. Pep and his cousin grabbed center stage when they told the group about their [...]
Fiere are fun!
I love shopping.
I do.
I love it so much, in fact, I will shop for things I don’t even need. (Oh, come on. You know you do, too!)
And, since Italy is famous for designers, fashion, and all-around great shopping, then how lucky am I to be here?
After living in Italy for two years, I have finally realized [...]
Italian Proverbs - Good Things are Ahead!
Italian sayings and proverbs are just a tad bit “cuter” to me than American sayings.
I don’t know why …
I love America, and, believe me, I LOVE speaking English. To be entirely honest, I think the reason I enjoy these sayings so much is because I. finally. understand. them!
Oh, you remember Pazzo Marzo, right? That is [...]
