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05/04/2024

Did anyone else feel the earthquake?

06/01/2024

Medieval Catholic tradition called " Calking the door" on the feast of the Epiphany or Theophany when the three kings find the infant Jesus. There names were, Casper, Melchior and Baldassar. C,M,B, in Latin means: Christus Mansionem Benedicit: Christ bless this house! Keep the traditions alive!

04/01/2023

A Medieval Catholic tradition still practiced today. The C M B are the names of the Magi: Casper, Melchior & Baldassare. In Latin it means: Christus Mansionem Benedicat: Christ Bless This House!

If you’re a Catholic, you’ve probably seen it: a mysterious series of letters and numbers, looking for all the world like an equation, inscribed in chalk over a doorway at your parish, or at the home of a friend. Maybe […]

14/10/2022

Piazza Armerina or Villa Casale famous for its 4th century Roman mosaics might be on my next Sicily trip. Check my website www.alfredotoursitaly.com for more details.

In Piazza Armerina, the finest mosaics of the Roman world give us a peek at the lifestyle of the ancient Roman elite.

13/10/2022

🇮🇹 Buonanotte

🇬🇧 Good Night

📸 Davide Giacobbe

08/08/2022

These are a few useful Italian phrases that will take you a long way!

06/08/2022

5 Safety Tips when Traveling in Italy!

04/08/2022

5 Things You Should Not Do When In Italy!

This is a list of the 5 things you should never do when in Italy.

03/08/2022

I love Italy it is my favorite place to visit. There is always something new to see and learn.

01/08/2022

5 Things You Should See When In Italy!
When in Italy these are the 5 of the places you should see.

1. Colosseum
2. Florence Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore
3. The Grand Canal in Venice
4. Leaning Tower of Pisa
5. Vatican City

23/07/2022

Truffle hunting
Come Join us on a truffle hunt on my Cucina and Cultura Week at Villa Daniela Grossi.
https://alfredotoursitaly.com/cultura-week/
Few foodstuffs inspire devotion like the truffle—and we don’t mean the chocolate kind. We’re talking about the (admittedly modest-looking) fungus that grows underground throughout Italy and can fetch more than $1,000 per pound.

Historical evidence of humans consuming truffles goes all the way back to the Persian Gulf area in the 20th century B.C. By the time ancient Romans were eating truffles in the first century A.D.—a practice they adopted from the Etruscans—the humble tuber had been elevated to something of a luxury item found mainly on the nobility’s tables.

22/07/2022

Please come and join us on my Cuciana and Cultura Week at Villa Daniela Grossi. Only a few spots left. Set deep in the Tuscan countryside, Villa Daniela Grossi is an ideal spot for a beautiful, relaxing holiday or as a starting point for visiting the nearby attractions such as Lucca, Pisa, Florence, the Cinque Terre, Siena and the Versilia.
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21/07/2022

Naples is the regional capital of Campania and the third-largest city of Italy, after Rome and Milan, with a population of 967,069 within the city's administrative limits as of 2017. Wikipedia















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16/07/2022

Florence Tuscany Region of Italy!

The city is noted for its culture, Renaissance art and architecture, and monuments. The city also contains numerous museums and art galleries, such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Palazzo Pitti, and still exerts an influence in the fields of art, culture, and politics.











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14/07/2022

Venice, known also as the “City of Canals,” “The Floating City,” and “Serenissima,” is arguably one of Italy's most picturesque cities. With its winding canals, striking architecture, and beautiful bridges, Venice is a popular destination for travel.














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12/07/2022

The Piazza del Campidoglio was the seat of the Senate, the government base of ancient Rome, and the site of numerous religious shrines. It was also used for the administration of justice and was the place that hosted the Sabines.












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12/07/2022

Cefalu Sicily is a beautiful gem for all the Italian vibes you need. From local delicious restaurants, adventurous water activities, hiking above the clouds, and a historical center – Cefalu has a bit of everything. Get inspired by reading about what there is to do and things to see in the area!

06/07/2022

Capri Italy

A popular tourist destination, Capri is an island located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Sorrento Peninsula, on the south side of the Gulf of Naples in the Campania region of Italy. Be sure to smell the flowers at the Gardens of Augustus botanical gardens. It has one of the most beautiful views on the Island not to mention the wonderful smells of flora.












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05/07/2022

The Trevi Fountain is one of the oldest water sources in Rome. The fountain dates back to ancient Roman times, since the construction of the Aqua Virgo Aqueduct in 19 B.C. that provided water to the Roman baths and the fountains of central Rome. In the square is the church of St. Marcellus where the hearts of the popes where buried.

05/07/2022

Starting to book this great tour of Tuscany with a week at the charming Villa Daniela Grossi with two cooking classes. Check out the Itinerary and price. Pass this on to your friends. Group is limited to 18!

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29/06/2022

Positano Italy is one of the most popular destinations in the world. Known for its beautiful views and coastline. It has been a popular resort town since the roman empire. The first evidence of a settlement in Positano dates back to Prehistory. It is a must-see destination on any trip to Italy.

24/06/2022

The Colosseum in Rome Italy is the largest ancient amphitheater ever built. It was used to host gladiator shows. It was also sometimes used for executions where prisoners that were would be sent into the arena to face their deaths against lions or other beasts! It is still one of the major tourist destinations in the world.

23/06/2022

Venice is the “city of canals” or “the floating city” it is also known for all its bridges. There are 417 bridges in total 72 of which are private. There are also 177 canals in Venice with 350 gondolas that ferry you around. It is truly one of the most unique and beautiful cities in the world.




















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22/06/2022

Tuscany Italy is well known for its rolling landscapes, history artistry, and cultural influence. It is also considered the birthplace of the Italian renaissance and the foundation of the Italian language.

21/06/2022

Pope Pius IV gave the Bolognesi the fountain of Neptune as a gesture of goodwill. It was constructed between 1564 and 1566! Standing at almost four meters tall and weighing 2,200 kilograms – in fact, the statue sometimes goes by the name of Il Gigante.

11/06/2022

Grand South Italy Tour

Just found a little time to post a blog about the trip. We arrived in Rome in a heatwave! The airport terminals had no A/C and it was HOT! The luggage of these people was not on the plane, there were loaded on another flight to Rome arriving at 10:30. Luckily there did arrive on the next flight and they joined us in terminal 1 for the flight to Catania, which was delayed.
However, we did make it to Catania in good time and met our bus and driver, Giuseppe. We arrived at our magnificent hotel, Sant'Alphio in the late afternoon.
Everyone settled in and we had dinner. Sleep!
The next day was a full day. To the bus by 8, first stop Catania to walk around the fish market, consume some fresh oysters, and visit the Duomo.
At 10:30 we left for an agrotourism outside of Siracusa called, Casa Damme.
The owner, Camillo, gave us a tour of the farmhouse where the laborers slept which is now a museum of farm equipment. Then to the garden area which has some interesting trees, like the loquat tree, called nespolo in Italian.
And an olive tree that had a fig tree growing out of its center.
Lunch was great! Lots of antipasti, followed by a lasagna with cream of pistachio (no tomato sauce)
Followed by sausage with an orange glaze. I thought that the sausage was a little dry.
Dessert was homemade cannoli with sheep's milk ricotta, which is used in Sicily instead of cow's milk. Big difference besides the fact the filling is not overly sweet.
The real dessert was waiting for us in Noto at Cafe Sicilia noted for its gelato (nominated BEST IN ITALY)
I had a coppia grande with ricotta mint, ciocolato fundente, chocolate with candied fruit and granita di limone. I made a big mistake as I was leaving, ordered an espresso, delicious but it kept me on spin all night.
DAY 2 coming up!

10/06/2022

Ischia is a volcanic island in the Gulf of Naples, Italy. It's known for its mineral-rich thermal waters. Hot springs bubble up at Maronti Beach, in the south. East, Roman remains lie beneath the sea floor at Cartaromana Beach.

10/06/2022

Come join us on my e Cultura
Week at Villa Daniela Grossi. Only 7 spots left. Enjoy a week in Northern Italy and learn to cook your favorite dishes.

29/05/2022

Byzantine Empire
The Byzantine Empire a powerful civilization dating back to 330 A.D. Survived the roman empire by 1,000 years. It had a rich history of art and literature. It also served as a military stronghold between Europe and Asia.

27/05/2022

LUCCA A WALLED CITY IN TUSCANY

Lucca a walled-in city of Roman Origin and one of the most loved in Tuscany. It is also famous for its music, there is an annual music festival every summer hosting some of the most famous artists from around the world. It is one of my favorite tours of Italy. Please visit my website to view my Italy vacation packages.