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Piemonte, Italy Part 3: Castles, Truffles and Cheese

Piemonte, Italy Part 3: Castles, Truffles and Cheese

A visit to Piemonte is not all wine. Piemonte is famous for chocolate, cheese, truffles and castles in addition to the obvious wine. It’s rolling hills are dotted with countless castles and palaces. Yes, the countryside is a patchwork quilt of grapevines, but every aspect of life in Piemonte is about living a high-quality, local … Continue reading

Part 2: Traveling with Kids in Piemonte

Part 2: Traveling with Kids in Piemonte

When I began researching my recent trip to the northwest corner of Italy, I was amazed at the lack of information available for those of us traveling with children. There were wonderful sites and recommendations for those traveling to Rome or Florence with kids, but apparently Americans just don’t take the kids to Piemonte. This … Continue reading

When tragedy hits so close to home

This post was supposed to be about the twin’s joy-filled 1st birthday celebration. However, in light of the bombings at The Boston Marathon, I am postponing that post. These acts of unspeakable cruelty and hatred just miles from my door have me and everyone I know reeling. I don’t want to mix my happy memories … Continue reading