For The Love Of Italy

08/15/2021

Hats Off To Gelato, Texas ~ An inspiring story about a pioneer who's helping connect Texans to the fine art of Italian gelato. His special ingredient may surprise you! bit.ly/Oro-Bianco

08/08/2020

WINE WINDOWS ~ An interesting article about how Florentines are using 17th-Century old technology to help keep people safe during the pandemic. Bring on the wine, gelato, pasta!! 🇮🇹 🇮🇹 🇮🇹

mymodernmet.com/florence-wine-windows

07/05/2020

We just won't give up.

We're Texans with a healthy appetite for Italy. 🤠 🇮🇹

09/29/2019

Perched along the steep hills between Positano and Amalfi is the peaceful seaside town of Conca dei Marini. Here you can enjoy amazing views to last a lifetime! More about the area: bit.ly/Conca-dei-Marini

: Go. See. Love!

07/28/2019

A car for those of us who love Italy! 🇮🇹 🇮🇹 🇮🇹

Here's how you can rent yours: bit.ly/Italy-Fiat

01/19/2019

Getting Paid To Live In Italy?

Airbnb's sabbatical program could be a dream come true! Here's how to apply: bit.ly/AirBnB-Italy

11/01/2018

A happy hilltop in Tuscany > Here one can best experience why the region is celebrated by artists and landscape lovers!

: Go. See. Love!

~ ForTheLoveOfItaly.com

09/16/2018

09/16/2018

ITALIAN TUNE UP ~ A great way to practice your authentic Italian. I'm excited to learn I've been pronouncing "bruschetta" and "grazie" correctly... even though my friends think I'm totally wrong. :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHBFt11zz7U&app=desktop

Learn how to pronounce Italian words correctly and get some phonetics rules along the way. Many of these common words are used (and mispronounced) by million...

06/03/2018

Graced by mountains, water, and breathtaking views Menaggio shows us how lakeside living offers a unique Italian experience that will excite and delight.

Learn more on our blog --> bit.ly/Como-Italy

04/15/2018

Helping bridge the two great lands of Texas and Italy, Mandola's Italian Kitchen opens up their newest ristorante just north of Austin. See why what’s on the inside truly counts at this Italian hotspot deep in the hearts of Texans. 🇮🇹🤠bit.ly/Mandolas-Cedar-Park

04/08/2018

Where Clouds Touch Hilltops

Even on an ominous-looking day the beauty of Tuscany shines through and true. bit.ly/tuscany4me

ITALY : Go. See. Love.

02/25/2018

From the simple to the grand, Italy's churches are beautiful works of art. Taken during a cold and cloudy sunset this pic is of the Cathedral in Orvieto (Umbria). The front of the duomo is graced with glittering mosaics that seemingly come to life when touched by the sun. Truly inspiring! ~ ForTheLoveOfItaly.com

02/04/2018

Cinque Terre isn't just sweet on the eyes, it also has sweet food throughout it's five villages. We enjoyed this delicious dessert at Vernazza's Ristorante Al Castello. Breathtaking views to boot! More about the area: bit.ly/5-Terre-IT

ITALY : Go. See. Love.

10/29/2017

When in Tuscany, a stroll through the village of Anghiari will ignite the senses! Our time there was pure gold.

~ ForTheLoveOfItaly.com

09/10/2017

LA DOLCE VITA ~ Life doesn't get much sweeter when you win free Italian food, cookbooks and more! Our friends at Villa Cappelli are co-hosting the "Eat Happy Sweepstakes" and we're sharing the love.

Use this link to enter and share your entry link with friends and family for more chance to win! BUONA FORTUNA! http://upvir.al/ref/e8985855

06/04/2017

A jewel tone colored sunset marks the end to a perfect day in Montalcino.

We foster an olive tree here and can see why they make the happiest olives on Planet Earth!

04/30/2017

When in Siena, don't just check out the Piazza del Campo and think you've "seen" the Tuscan city. Explore alleyways and the inside of buildings for an up close view of amazing and artful design, texture and spirit. The entire historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

This is the inside of Siena's Cathedral, which was consecrated in 1215. A fine example of Italian Gothic architecture and a must-see when in Siena. Your senses will flourish here.

04/03/2017

Life's simple pleasures!

You'll find diverse treasures throughout Italy in a variety of forms. This memento is a small ceramic bowl we found in Ravello. It remains an all-time favorite!

02/26/2017

... "the horizon is lined with snow and the foreground alternates between the graceful and the rugged — a truly Shakespearean landscape, all the forces of nature are brought together, with an overwhelming sense of vastness." ~ Gustav Flaubert (1845)

More about our Italian travels: bit.ly/Como-Bellagio

01/31/2017

The beautiful bells of Anghiari can be found inside the city that was built on a Tuscan hill framed with 13th century walls.

01/01/2017

2017 : Felice Anno Nuovo!

It's a great time to ring in the new year with homemade black-eyed peas... with a Texas-Italian twist! The recipe: bit.ly/Texas-Tuscan-Black-Eyed-Peas Enjoy!

12/11/2016

Wishing you the season's best from our family to yours! 🇮🇹

12/04/2016

This time of year markets near and far are blooming with panettone, which hails from Northern Italy. Here's a recipe for our favorite holiday treat that's fun to make and eat. We made ours during a holiday stay in Cortona. Enjoy! bit.ly/Zuccotto-di-Panettone

11/06/2016

A view of the hills surrounding the tranquil Tuscan town of Monterchi. Another must-see when in Italy!

10/23/2016

Fall in Montepulciano. La dolce vida!

bit.ly/Montepulciano-Italy

10/09/2016

Along the shores of Varenna (Lombardy) you'll be treated to an unending sensory adventure.

More Como... 🇮🇹 ... Bit.ly/Lago-di-Como

09/25/2016

With origins dating back to 1550 this beautiful church sits perched on the hillside overlooking a peaceful valley. Recognize the location?

~ ForTheLoveOfItaly.com

08/21/2016

Today we celebrate the sunflower - the official unofficial flower of Italy and Texas! Learn how to make your own sunflower margarita with our DIY recipe on the FTLOI Blog --> bit.ly/Sunflower-Margarita

08/15/2016

Reflections from the peaceful waters of Lake Trasimeno. An Umbrian beauty!

~ ForTheLoveOfItaly.com