Christmas is upon us! Consider using (and supporting) local businesses / stores for your gifts! Below is a list of gift ideas and the various local businesses (partners of us) where you can buy / book them: LAVENDER BEAUTY PRODUCTS SKY/SNOWBOARD EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING BEST ITALIAN JEWELRY UNIQUE ITALIAN VINTAGE ITEMS EYEGLASSES & SUNGLASSES ROMANTIC […]
After living in Costabissara, Vicenza Italy for the past year, I know most of the restaurants in our town pretty well. I like to think that we have one of the best varieties of cuisine and I’m actually quite impressed with the diversity that our small community on the outskirts of downtown Vicenza has. We […]
The “broccolo fiolaro” is a typical crop of the Creazzo hills – Vicenza area, its name derived from the several sprouts along the stalk of the plant, which in Venetian dialect are called “fioi”, or offspring. It is a product that is particular in that it does not have the typical taste or shape of other varieties of broccoli […]
“VIOFF” is the Fuori Fiera (Off Show) organized by Vicenza Municipality with the collaboration of gold and jewellery category associations, traders and businesses in the historical centre and Aim Group: a not-to-be-missed event for buyers, insiders, tourists and citizens, scheduled for Saturday 22nd September in the heart of the city’s historical centre and set to […]
Called “the Montursium” in ancient times, the toponym derives either from “mount”, from its Roman name “Ursius”, or from the name of the noble Orso (belonging to the ancient family of Trissino), who had probably built the castle of Fratta hill – now the cemetery. This is, therefore, the origin of the name “Castrum Montis […]
Castles can be some of the most fascinating places to visit. Because of their history, unique architectural structure, and often unusual furnishings, they make for a great visit whether you’re a history buff, a fairytale lover, or just someone who loves all things medieval. And let’s be honest, Europe has no shortage of castles or […]
