Bella Toscana is finally operating. A warm welcome to all those interested in participating in the group.
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Testing the group. Can you help by posting something to see whether it is working?
Mon, 10/24/2011 - 10:45
I just heard that the ½ûÂþÌìÌà MotoGP pilot Marco Simoncelli has died in a horrific accident at Sepang (Malaysia) during the Grand Prix.
Sun, 10/23/2011 - 08:32
This is "funghi porcini" time and you will find them sold fresh everywhere. A great time to enjoy them. There are many ways to prepare them: sauces, garnishes, omelettes, pasta....
Sat, 10/22/2011 - 14:31
Further to previous posts and threads, I did not get an answer from Admin regarding the current status for "Northern Tuscany" group... Consequently, I decided to do something different and I requested the creation of a new group...
Wed, 10/19/2011 - 11:08
Could anyone explain why it is not possible to access the Northern Tuscany Group? I am supposed to be its Administrator and I have not received any information regarding this.
Tue, 10/18/2011 - 04:54
We are just back from a n enjoyable week in Rome and I must mention the great coffee we had at Piazza Sant'Eustachio, a sort of "sanctuary" for all coffee lovers.
Tue, 05/24/2011 - 03:52
We were driving around Lucca when I saw at a newsagent a headline from regional newspaper "Il Tirreno" stating that the Royal couple were coming to Lucca during their honeymoon.
Fri, 04/29/2011 - 12:25
I travel to San Francisco, California, quite frequently as my two daughters live there. I love the city and I have always noticed its strong ½ûÂþÌìÌà influence.
Mon, 03/28/2011 - 06:25
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Yes, you are right Karen. "Intonaco" is the plaster layer that will be applied.
Rendo, proper insulation is most important, both in summer and in winter. Insulation is not only for the roof, duble-glazed PVC windows are fabulous. Expensive, yes, but they would save you money in the long run. Study your house and have a close look at those areas that will loose energy due to lack of insulation, drafts and other incidentals. Also Googlr "isolamento termico sottotetto" and you will find plenty of information and names of specialists. Our house dates back to the 17th C, has thick stone walls and a tiled roof and it is located directly over a river. We have managed to make it energy efficient. Our mains gas central heating warms it up in only 20 minutes. OUr energy bills are very reasonable and the house is cool in summer. You can install the best heating system in the world and the most appropriate for your house; however, without proper insulation, you are only wasting energy.
Yes, there is a register. your local vet would be able to help.
Thank you, Ram, for the information.
Perhapsnit is not as easy to find furniture shops in some areas of Italy; however, there is an increasing number of online stores that deliver throughout Italy, such as You can also Google "mobili online" and you will find plenty of offers. I have not used any of these companies, but perhaps others have done it and may give personal advice.
Rendo, whichever system you finally choose, remember that proper insulation is vital to ensure efficiency and make your house confortable throughout the year. Yoou will find that heating with gas bottles is extremely expensive and inconvenient.
Hello and welcome! The Garfagnana area is beautiful. We are in Bagni di Lucca, although we do not live permanently there. Best wishes regarding your renovations. Generally, it is a lot of work, but a very rewarding one.
You have done a wonderful thing for those puppies. Here is a link where you may be able to get some help Best wishes
Well done! Hopefully, Maremma will get used to it. Keep us posted.