Thanks to everyone that commented on your favorite post for the Venchi Italian chocolate giveaway – it was interesting to see which posts have stuck with you! But only one can win – and the winner, chosen by Random Number generator is: #29 Beth: Beth, I’ll send you an email to get your details – [...]

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Thanks to everyone who Tweeted, shared on FB and supported Passports with Purpose. It means a lot to me, and even more I know to who will receive the aid. If you haven’t spread the word, or donated, you won’t win the gift certificate I was offering, but you still have time to participate! Visit [...]

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Yesterday was my birthday. As you may have seen the past few years reading my site, in Italy it’s custom for the birthday gal/guy to bring treats & drinks into the office to share with colleagues. I usually bring something, and I enjoy a little indulgence in making something I know I will like, and [...]

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Many of you have become Fans on Facebook for Ms. Adventures in Italy, and I’m so glad! You might be asking, why should I become a fan? Today I’m giving you a reason: special Facebook giveaways! I’m taking a look at a lot of great books about Italy and travel and I want to share [...]

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It’s that time of year when I geek out over what has happened in 2009, in terms of social networking, blogging, my photography, travel, and food! If you prefer picture books to novels, you can check my 2009 Year in Pictures. Interested in how other years have gone for me? Check the 2008, 2007 and [...]

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