I was asked recently by journalist, Annemarie Haverkamp from the De Gelderlander newspaper of the Netherlands, what an Australian photographer, living in the historical centre of Rome would suggest as an interesting itinerary for a ‘Monday in Rome’ feature.
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Sagrantino Vineyards, Montefalco, Umbria
The region of Montefalco in the province of Perugia in Umbria, is where the Sagrantino grape has been cultivated for many centuries and enjoyed for its sweet DOCG red wine, Passito. Continue reading.
Palermo Markets and Street Food
Walking the streets of Palermo somehow feels like you are immersed in a dramatic film set, with exotic backdrops, enriched by colourful characters and intense scenes. Continue reading.
Testaccio – Authentic Rome
Testaccio has long been one of my favourite hangouts in Rome. Far from the tourist crowds and queues, Testaccio offers a more authentic experience in Rome with some of the best restaurants, markets, bars, shopping and contemporary art scene. Continue reading.
Rome’s Best Artisan Coffee Bars
Where to find the best artisan coffee in Rome? With so many alluring and aromatic bars and cafes, scattered amongst the cobbled streets, piazzas and back alleys of Rome, the choice can be endless and overwhelming. Continue reading.
Count Paolo Marzotto’s Sicilian Vineyard
I was very pleased to have met and photographed Count Paolo Marzotto at his beautiful Sicilian vineyard ‘Baglio di Pianetto’ in the picturesque hills of Santa Cristina Gela south of Palermo.
Very much at ease in front of the camera, I found Paolo to be very charismatic, magnetic and energetic, his enthusiasm and optimism, contagious. Continue reading.
Turin – Take a walk on the sweet side…
Where better to indulge your taste buds in some of the best artisan chocolate and confectionery in Italy’s most elegant, baroque city.
Turin, Piedmont, in northern Italy, on the border of Switzerland and France, is renowned for the tradition of hand crafted chocolates and confectionery. ‘Gianduiotto’ chocolate, a sumptuous blend of cocoa and hazelnuts, is the specialty of Turin, having been first invented here in 1865. Continue reading.