How to spend one day in Florence: a complete itinerary

Every day is a good day for traveling back in time to the birth of the Renaissance. Florence, Italy, is hailed as the “birthplace of the Renaissance.” During the 14th through 17th centuries, Florence initiated a trend of supporting the arts (painting, architecture, sculpting, etc.) and advanced education. Historians, philosophers, architects, scientists, doctors, students of […]

Florentine zucchini

History A specific variety of zucchini called Florentine zucchini is popular in Italian cuisine, particularly in Tuscany.  This variety is not well documented, but it is believed to have originated in the Liguria region of Italy and later gained popularity in Tuscany. In Italian, “Lunga Fiorentino” means “Florentine long,” which suggests it was first popularized […]

Exploring tuscany’s landscape: the cypress trees and beyond

Tuscany is a beautiful region in central Italy known for its gorgeous vistas, quaint hilltop towns, and luscious vineyards. Nothing, however, better encapsulates the essence of Tuscany than the renowned cypress tree, or “cipresso” in Italian. These magnificent trees have long been important in the region’s history, art, and culture. In this post, we’ll look […]