After many years away, our recent return to Ristorante Sant’Anna felt like reconnecting with an old friend who’s only grown more charming with time. This beloved Italian restaurant, nestled in Rome, continues to deliver exceptional cuisine, warm hospitality, and an ambiance that captures the essence of la dolce vita. For […]
The menu is a love letter to field-to-table dining, showcasing ingredients grown on the farm’s three vegetable gardens, orchard, and olive groves, or sourced from trusted neighboring farms and Italian organic producers. Each dish bursts with freshness and flavor, reflecting the farm’s commitment to sustainability and quality. A standout was […]
Returning to a favorite from the old Continental Airlines days. We always enjoy our meals at Da Francisco it’s evolved from a pizzeria to a more fancy restaurant but still great !! They always remember Lori and bring her a special pizza. The food is always excellent in a friendly […]
What sets Latte di Luna apart is the love woven into every detail. From the handmade pasta to the family’s warm presence, it’s clear that this is a labor of passion. Over two decades, we’ve celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, and beautiful afternoons here, each visit adding to a tapestry of cherished […]
Al Moro delivers an authentic taste of Italy with dishes that honor tradition while showcasing culinary skill. The combination of exceptional food, a robust wine selection, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a must-visit for anyone seeking a true Italian dining experience. We consider this to be one of our […]
Wonderful food with a view !
Serene Dining in Luxury Hotel
One of our favorites in Rome. Dal Bolognese is the place for special occasions in Rome. It’s frequented by celebrities The food is all high quality and wine list surprisingly has many great choices in the 25-40 Euro range. The meal in general is less expensive than a meal of […]
We were speaking to some fellow travelers at breakfast and they shared the name of this new Roman food experience. We saw the pictures and immediately made a reservation for lunch. The menu is very diverse and creative. The open kitchen provides a dinner and show experience. Each dish was […]
We arrived at Relais la Leopoldina as guests and depart as family !! We had the pleasure of staying at the relais for 13 nights and it wasn’t enough. Our room had an amazing view ! It had all the amenities required to keep my wife happy for the entire […]
An excellent lunch special with Lori Mendorff Klugman. A very pleasant surprise! Faro and Gem salads were excellent. Carbonara was very nice : pasta cooked perfectly as was crispy pancetta, conservatively cheesed and nice egg yolk. This is one of the better Carbonara’s we had in the US. Cocktails and […]
We had a lovely dinner with friend las night everything was great except the mains. :: at Ristoro del Cinghiale The starters and bread were really amazing and had high hopes for the steak and ribs, Unforutnatly we received two orders of each. Round one was overcooked and round two […]
We are big fans of Marea so we decided to try the Chef’s other retaraunt during restraint week. Once we got the food we really enjoyed our meal. The pasta was classic MW excellence ! The only problem with Morini is the hostess and coat check people. They seem to […]
[fsg_gallery id=”5″] When I asked Lori what she wanted for her birthday this year she said she’d like to go to Tuscany and visit our friends at the Villa di Piazzano. We’ve been to the Villa many times and always return because to leave the Villa is like leaving relatives […]
[fsg_gallery id=”14″] Back home on the ranch in the Cortona area of Tuscany, we decided to try some new places. We had a conversation with Alessandra the owner of Villa di Piazzano inquiring about any new and exciting restaurants in the area. She recommended Walter Redaelli. Coincidentally, we ran into […]
[fsg_gallery id=”13″] Owner/Chef Gabreile Bonci wrote the book on Pizza. They use only the finest ingredients for his creative toppings. This is a small local take-out pizza shop that you may eat in standing up. The pizza is great and the assortment is very special. Located in a neighborhood that […]
[fsg_gallery id=”12″] Prior to our visit to Tuscany we had discussed some new restaurants in the area with our local friends Bianca and Enzo. They had mentioned a place had opened but they have not tried it yet. So prior to leaving Lori decided we are all going to Babette. […]
[fsg_gallery id=”22″] We learned about S.Anna from some locals siting besides us at Da Francisco. Since then we have visited several times. S.Anna is a nice local everyday Italian restaurant. Pasta are house made and great. The anti-pasta bar offer a good assortment and is very good. Once in a […]
[flickrset id=”72157627824848173″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”large”] We received a recommendation from a friend of a friend that has sent a lot of time in Perugia. We called our Italian friends and asked them to join us for dinner. I set the GPS in the rental car and off we went. After […]
[flickrset id=”72157627990620052″ thumbnail=”square” overlay=”true” size=”medium”] A lovely B&B ten minutes from the center of Parma. Only two years old this property has all the modern conveniences and nice size bathrooms. The owner Elna is very helpful and accommodating. We would highly recommend it. Viillino di Porporano