When thinking of Venice we might automatically conjure up images of St Mark’s Square, Doges Palace and gondolas gliding along the famed Grand Canal. But the Province of Venice holds so much more than we might originally imagine. Sitting along the upper shores of the Adriatic sea and nestling between the mouths of the Livenza… Read More
Every now and then life has a way of putting people in your path who create a profound impact upon you. It might be through how they are, it might be through what they do or it might be through what they believe in. The Barduca family hit us with all three. The Barducas… Read More
Coming back to a place we are already familiar with has its advantages. We know the area, the local shops, the closest hospital thanks to needing to have my wedding ring cut off after an insect bite caused major swelling during last year’s trip, and the local dentist thanks to experiencing my first ever… Read More
Our family has been very lucky to be invited to look behind the scenes of some of the best artisan food and drink producers in the Veneto region of Italy and this trip was certainly no exception. The Barduca family run their organic farm which provides pre-packed salads and herbs throughout Europe. You may… Read More
Located discreetly within a residential street in Verona sits a traditional coffee shop. It is easy to see why Pasticceria Lorenzetti is popular with its customers. Row upon row of mouthwatering confectionery, pastries and cakes greet visitors as soon as they walk in, complemented by the welcoming aroma of hot, fresh coffee. … Read More
The story of our visit to the Barduca organic farm has made the local newspaper in Italy. How unexpected (and pretty wonderful too!).