10 ancient ruins to see in Pompeii
In an earlier post, we wrote about whether Pompeii is worth visiting from Naples. We shared that a trip is highly encouraged given …
Is Pompeii worth visiting from Naples?
Pompeii was like no other attraction we had seen in Italy. First, it was massive – we spent about an hour walking …
Success! Moving out of my apartment in Beijing during COVID19
For those renting an apartment overseas, COVID19 must have been quite a heartache, especially if you’ve returned home and left the apartment …
Three destinations in Asia to visit after COVID
Travelling may not be on the top of everyone’s minds right now, but there’s no harm to start thinking about it. After …
Visit to the cellar door of Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona in Montalcino
Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona is a well-known winery in Montalcino. Recently its Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Pianrosso 2015 was awarded 100/100 (see number …
Why lunch at Dario Cecchini Solociccia was my favourite meal in Italy
If you happen to be in Tuscany visiting some wineries, I’d encourage you to book a lunch appointment at Dario Cecchini’s restaurant …
Recommended: Visit the cellar door of Altesino in Montalcino Tuscany
During our recent trip to Italy, we chose to visit Altesino due to its legacy. Altesino is known as the first Brunello producer …
10 super useful high quality products to buy on Taobao
I was back in Singapore in early this year, walking around Chinatown looking at the products on display. It dawned on me …
Recommended – Visit to the cellar door of Poggio Antico in Montalcino
After our trip to Altesino, we went on to pay a visit to the cellar door of Poggio Antico in Montalcino. If …
Having Florentine steak at L’Osteria di Giovanni in Florence
Florentine steak or bistecca alla fiorentina is a must-try during you trip to Florence. The steak was very different from the ones …