Photography in Florence

photography in Florence

It’s a wrap. I’ve just hugged my new friends goodbye and everyone has returned home to their life, sort of. One gal from the trip wrote when she got home: […]

Happy Anniversary

Bianca Gignac wedding

Eight years ago today I married my Italian sweetheart in Italy. We ran off to city hall. The wind was blowing. It hadn’t occurred to me to hire a wedding […]

Which Town in Tuscany Should I Visit?

tuscany town Pitigliano

Tuscany town bound? What is it about our North American genetic makeup? We have an alarmingly high predisposition to the “Tuscan Holiday” syndrome. At some point in our life, usually […]

This is 2013.

what to bring to italy

Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one. Brad Paisley. From my family to yours, wishing you a 2013 worth remembering. xx Bianca […]

Cantuccini: My Favourite Biscotti Recipe

cantuccini recipes

Just a heads-up: Random posts you find online are likely outdated, but not ours! Know we keep our blog fresh and this has been updated for the 2025 season. We […]

Sleep Here: Casa Talia is Stylish Sicily

casa talia

Hotel: Casa Talia Where: Sicily, Southern Italy (Modica is near Noto and Ragusa.) Highlights: Small bed & breakfast // Independent units with private terraces // Ample outdoor space with gardens […]