Italia Through My Eyes: A North to Central Journey E-Book

For more than ten years, I visited Italy with the excitement of a tourist, indulging in everything this beautiful country has to offer — from exquisite handmade pastas to biodynamic wines to renaissance art and five-star villas. Italy’s people and its incomparable light have always captured my imagination. But now that I live here, my experience of this place deepens and grows every day. 

A big part of embracing life here has been discovering what makes this region special, learning from the locals where to eat and find the hidden treasures waiting around every corner, in every villa, town, and city. So many people have welcomed me with open arms here — and so many places have touched my heart.

The one question I’m asked more than any other is whether I have recommendations for restaurants, hotels, bars, wineries, and can’t-miss experiences — and the answer is “Sì!” So many!

From my favorite bar in Portofino famous for its extra-large bellinis to tarot card readings at my friend Rocco’s tea house in Florence to a hidden healing hot springs once used by medieval popes, these are my absolute favorite personal recommendations, vetted and approved just for you. This is Italy through my eyes. I’ve been cultivating this list literally for years, and have only shared it with my closest friends, until now.

I can’t wait to share these very special places and experiences with you — to show you my Italy — and to hear what you discover in your own journeys here.