Bella Toscana is finally operating. A warm welcome to all those interested in participating in the group.
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Mon, 10/24/2011 - 10:45
I just heard that the Italian MotoGP pilot Marco Simoncelli has died in a horrific accident at Sepang (Malaysia) during the Grand Prix.
Sun, 10/23/2011 - 08:32
This is "funghi porcini" time and you will find them sold fresh everywhere. A great time to enjoy them. There are many ways to prepare them: sauces, garnishes, omelettes, pasta....
Sat, 10/22/2011 - 14:31
Further to previous posts and threads, I did not get an answer from Admin regarding the current status for "Northern Tuscany" group... Consequently, I decided to do something different and I requested the creation of a new group...
Wed, 10/19/2011 - 11:08
Could anyone explain why it is not possible to access the Northern Tuscany Group? I am supposed to be its Administrator and I have not received any information regarding this.
Tue, 10/18/2011 - 04:54
We are just back from a n enjoyable week in Rome and I must mention the great coffee we had at Piazza Sant'Eustachio, a sort of "sanctuary" for all coffee lovers.
Tue, 05/24/2011 - 03:52
We were driving around Lucca when I saw at a newsagent a headline from regional newspaper "Il Tirreno" stating that the Royal couple were coming to Lucca during their honeymoon.
Fri, 04/29/2011 - 12:25
I travel to San Francisco, California, quite frequently as my two daughters live there. I love the city and I have always noticed its strong Italian influence.
Mon, 03/28/2011 - 06:25
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A roof is common property, you will have to pay 50% if there are only two owners.
Not easy to find outside that area in Abruzzo. Production is limited. There are Chinese copies... But not the same thing. This link may help http://copertemerlinotaranta.it/index.php/features
And concerning the cats...http://www.pettravel.com/immigration/Italy.cfm
This information may be of assistance http://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/entry-exit/non-eu-family/index_en.htm
Italy is a member of the EU and deposits are protected by law up to 100,000€. Here are some frequently asked questions and answers on this topic http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-14-296_en.htm
They are becoming very popular all over the world http://dinerenblanc.info
Grapevine Is an excellent source of information for the area.
Contact Rina, she is Italo American, a great and kind professional and she may be able to help. http://www.toscanarentals.co.uk
The city that fits your description is Lucca. Everybody rides a bicycle, the historic centre is pedestrian...and gorgeous and it has great communications. Plus it is a town with character and history. Pisa or Florence airports are close (less than 1 hour away), train takes you everywhere and Florence, Pisa, Volterra, Sienna, the Cinque Terre, Assisi, Gubbio, Todi, The Versilia, Bologna, Modena.... And even Portofino are day trips.....
Hi, I was hoping that someone closer to where your son lives will come up with a comprehensive list; however, this is my advice: there are two names that come to my mind immediately, one is the proverbial IKEA (www.ikea.it) and the Italian Mondo Convenienza (www.mondoconvenienza.it) and both deliver and assemble at an extra cost. It will also be important to check local shops and hypermarkets. As for second hand shops, they are not as popular in Italy as they are in other parts of the world. Markets tend to be devoted to antique and vintage items, and nowadays they are not cheap, as foreign dealers are buying from them and prices have increased dramatically. There are also outlets called "Mercatino dell Usato", but, if they are like their Tuscan counterparts, no bargains to be found. Good luck!