We love the area of Lombardy and we chose to rebuild the ancient house and open our holiday apartments in Porlezza for a reason. The area is not just one of the most beautiful in Italy and Europe (and the world!), but it is full of history, natural gems, trekking and biking trails (just ask…
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Self Catering holiday is a term that might make some people uneasy. On the one hand you are thinking about a holiday, a vacation – a time when you’re free from all the burden of your daily life and work, free from stress and worries. But then, “Self Catering”? Many people think, “no, I want…
Buon Venerdì! Good Friday to all our Italy loving friends! One thing North Italy is known for (well one of many) is Amaretti cookies. These cookies are made from almond flour and are completely gluten free! They come in 2 main versions: The regular Amaretti which have a crunchy texture and Amaretti morbidi which are…
Saturdays are market days in Porlezza. Every week on Saturday the whole town is out and about for some great shopping, no matter what season it is or what the weather is like
La dolce vita… Porlezza typical Italian houses, a festival of colors and scents Porlezza view t the lake Porlezza, view from the boardwalk of Cima Porlezza, view from the boardwalk of Cima Porlezza, view from the boardwalk of Cima Portofino Portofino castle I found my love in Portofino…. Portofino Cruise ship near the shores of…