Sensational Venice Carnival 2010
If I said Carnival which city would it evokes? Not Rio, remember this is a blog about Veneto.. hellooo?
Of course, Venice where else, this world-famous, old-centuries event that at its origin enabled people of all social classes to mix and mischief together (the masks helped people remain anonymous ) which takes place in the [...]
Foodie guide to the winter flower of Veneto: the Radicchio
The pride of the Venetian cuisine, the radicchio makes its grand appear on our tables all throughout winter, from November till early April, a seasonal delicacy worth it waiting for.
This colourful chicory, diffused in Veneto, has a very distinctive, sometimes slightly bitter taste although not many know that radicchio can be a “sweet and gentle” [...]
Dip into a chocolicious weekend in the Dolomites
Veneti chocolate’s addicts are delight in hearing that the 4th edition of “Cioccolando” is back in the Dolomites. The event, which celebrate all things cocoa-coated, will take place this weekend 5-6-7 March in Auronzo di Cadore.
During these 3days there will be heaps of chocolate tastings, competitions, watching sculptors carving their artworks with tons of [...]
Fall in love in Verona
Valentine ’s Day, for many a minefield, others looked at it with disdain of a huge marketing campaign, maybe a day invented by the greeting cards company? Others felt the romance in the air on this special day.
For Chris and I, the V-Day was a great way to experience Verona romantic sights but also to [...]
Veneto designers’ outlets: looking fabulous at rock-bottom prices
Veneto has not only countless historically and natural treasures but also hidden fashion secrets. It’s no new that Italy is home to legendary fashion brands, trendy fashion shows and upscale boutiques but, what you might not know, is that most of the fashion houses have outlet or discounted stores.
The most famous are probably the one [...]
Sensational Venice Carnival 2010
If I said Carnival which city would it evokes? Not Rio, remember this is a blog about Veneto.. hellooo?
Of course, Venice where else, this world-famous, old-centuries event that at its origin enabled people of all social classes to mix and mischief together (the masks helped people remain anonymous ) which takes place in the [...]
Foodie guide to the winter flower of Veneto: the Radicchio
The pride of the Venetian cuisine, the radicchio makes its grand appear on our tables all throughout winter, from November till early April, a seasonal delicacy worth it waiting for.
This colourful chicory, diffused in Veneto, has a very distinctive, sometimes slightly bitter taste although not many know that radicchio can be a “sweet and gentle” [...]
Sandsationally Nativity in Jesolo, Christmas ‘09
Coming to Venice this Christmas? If you have some spare time make sure you drop by the 8th edition of Sand Nativity in nearby Jesolo, an interesting artistic representation of the nativity scenes and religious characters made entirely by sand, which I am certain will keep both children and adults entertain.
Surely, all of us had [...]
Giorgione’s rare masterpieces showcasing in Castelfranco Veneto
From next Saturday the 12th of December, the town of Castelfranco Veneto, will open the door to the celebration of the 500th anniversary of Giorgione (Zorzi da Castelfranco 1477/78 – Venice 1510) with a unique exhibition showcasing rare masterworks of one of the greatest High Renaissance painter.
The celebrated Altarpiece, Pala di Castelfranco, completed for his [...]
Let’s spritz!
What best than celebrate the start of our new virtual adventure than with a toast with a favorite, if not the one, aperitif in Veneto: the Spritz.
A late afternoon aperitivo, simple but stylish, slightly bitter but refreshing. There are several ways to make the spritz but basically is a mix of Prosecco (a typical bubbly [...]
