March 8th marks International Women’s Day (IWD). Although labeled an international celebration, it is neither celebrated nor widely recognized internationally. It is nevertheless an important day (especially here in Italy) for women’s rights. In Italian, it is translated as “Festa della Donna” – literally the Party of the Woman. There are a […]
Huge, colorful floats drive past large, cheering crowds as parades fill the streets and the sound of laughter and music fill the air. Bursts of confetti seem to rain from the sky. People in masks and costumes pour out of parties and masquerade balls throughout the city, spreading the celebration wherever they go.
During Carnival, the […]
Studying abroad in Florence has been a life changing experience. Since June, I have managed to learn some Italain, visit the surrounding cities, and for once take life easy. To take my time here one step further, I decided to take an authentic cooking class of Italian Cuisine. A lifelong fan of pasta, pizza, and […]
No one really knows why, but Italians just have a knack for fashion, as most of the more widely known high fashion designers started in and are still based out of Italy. Luckily for the rest of the world, they’ve got stores all over the globe to satisfy everyone’s fashion cravings. Here’s a review of […]
Florenceforfun.org in collaboration with In Tavola cooking institute has created the perfect program for those wanting to brush up on their cooking skills –Italian style!
With chefs Fabrizio and Domenico of In Tavola, students and tourists are able to prepare and learn the techniques of a traditional Italian pasta dish. Of course I had to take […]
I came. I saw. I conquered Cinque Terre. I had no idea what I was in for when deciding to hike through the five towns.
The experience: Amazing
The view: Breath-taking
A day at the beach: Of course!!
All you need is just your sneakers, bathing suit, and lots of water and you are set to go. (Oh and […]
So you think it can’t be done!?!
Last weekend I went on an adventure with a friend of mine and we were determined to conquer Rome in less than 16 hours. We packed a lunch, grabbed our Rick Steve’s Italy book and our most comfortable shoes and left Florence at about 7:50. We were suppose to leave at […]
By no means am I disrespecting The David… but as a student in Florence you become a mini explorer and by that I mean it’s all about trying new things and seeing new things. My name is Stephanie Shultis… a new blogger if you will, here to spark/enlighten/amuse/bore you however you choose. I have been […]
Hey Guys,
It was a beautiful spring day last weekend when I went to the town of Greve in Chianti. It was a nice simple little town at the base of some rolling hills. In the town, my friends and I had lunch and saw the local sites. After lunch we went wine tasting. I tasted […]
Living with a traditional Italian family can have its moments..……..both good and bad. When you are used to a life of freedom: eating whenever you are hungry; going out for drinks at the drop of a hat; finding some casual work to save up for something special or just making a decision and following it […]