This carving is called The Philospher because he has large ears to listen with, but a very small mouth to limit how much he speaks. This sculpture is on the private property of an agriturismo in Pienza- Podere San Gregorio. It was incredible to be in the private presence of something so ancient. It felt […]
Author Archives: Natalie
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Italy is currently celebrating the 150th anniversary of unification. Part of the omaggio (homage/tribute) included asking 24 well-known Italian designers to re-conceptualize the Italian flag. The free exhibit, Omaggio al Tricolore is currently running at the Complesso del Vittoriano. I took this photo of the flag flying on the steps of Piazza Venezia. Inside, it […]
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In Italian, “cavolo” means “cabbage.” And man, did I see some serious cabbages in Tuscany. But the funny thing is, you’ll hear young Romans saying “Cavolo!!” all the time, and I guarantee you that they are not talking about vegetables. Because it is so completely ridiculous to hear people yelling CABBAGE! all the time, “cavolo” […]
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The Romans believed that the gods spoke to them through the birds. I’m not sure what this one was trying to tell me as I took a picture of the forum.
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Last week was foggy and cold but colorful in Tuscany. This week, the warm weather has returned to Rome!
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Americans aren’t exactly known for their geographical knowledge. But, being an international student, studying international development, I thought it was time to brush up on my country-finding skills. I went to a very large, very modern bookstore in Rome to buy a world map: As I struggled to hold up the map alone and tape […]
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I have just returned to Rome after a lovely visit to a working farm near Pienza. We sampled salami and prosciutto and were then introduced to the piggies. “Pre-prosciutto.”
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Yes, the food here in Rome really is that good, but I’m taking a break from the city for a few days in search of Tuscan food. Bouna Domenica!