Fra’ Angelico exhibition in Florence

We have until the end of January to visit Fra’ Angelico exhibition in Florence at Palazzo Strozzi. It’s a not-to-be-missed…

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La Marzocco Coffee Machines, an Excellence Made in Fiesole

Today, I want to tell you about two brothers in the early 20’s, not too far from my home in…

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Medicine in Renaissance Florence: Santa Maria Nuova Hospital

History of Medicine in Renaissance Florence Visiting the Hospital of Santa Maria Nuova is a great way to learn about…

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A Little History of Fiesole Throughout the Centuries

The origins of Fiesole Fiesole is the perfect escape from the city. It’s only half hour from Florence. You just…

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Bernardo Buontalenti, First Inventor of the Gelato

The Architect that Made the Gelato for the Medici Did you know that the gelato was invented in Florence? The…

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Florence’s Porcellino Fountain

Florence’s Porcellino Fountain: the Boar of Florence Florence’s Porcellino Fountain is a traditional symbol of good luck and one of…

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Musical Instruments Museum of Florence

The origins of the Musical Instruments Museum of Florence The Musical Instruments Museum of Florence, inside Galleria dell’Accademia, is a…

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