Christmas In Florence
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Keith Haring lives at Palazzo Medici Riccardi
To learn that artist Keith Haring’s work was on exhibit in Florence was a real surprise. But’s it doesn’t end there – you can also see Haring’s final mural in nearby Pisa. The exhibit we saw at Palazzo Riccardi is running until February 6th, 2018. The show is comprised of Haring’s early work and his … Continue reading Keith Haring lives at Palazzo Medici Riccardi
Firenze Nights
When we aren’t traipsing about the continent of Europe of taking a train to a nearby Tuscan town, we try to enjoy living in Firenze, our home for two months. Checking out local bars, going to a friend’s to cook group dinner, going to a drop-in art sketch night, eating pizza and sipping beer at … Continue reading Firenze Nights
The Uffizi
Adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria you will find the Uffizi. A mecca for art history and art lovers alike, this museum is in my top five for art gallery experiences. Its doors opened to the public in 1769. Before then, it was a private gallery for the ruling family of Florence, their friends and guests. And before that, … Continue reading The Uffizi
Gelato – the good the bad and the ugly
After living in Italy for exactly one month and four days I have a few insights on gelato: If you want real gelato, don’t get gelato near a famous tourist site, or heavily populated tourist space. If you do get gelato from one of those places 90% of the time your gelato will not taste … Continue reading Gelato – the good the bad and the ugly
Savvy Roving 