Villa Pia is a spacious 17-bedroom residence, formerly a 15th century manor house with converted barn, that provides an idyllic escape for families. The award-winning villa is in Lippiano, a charming village right on the border of Umbria and Tuscany. Described as ‘heaven on earth’ by guests who return year after year, Villa Pia boasts sun-soaked communal courtyards, five acres of grounds to…
London Mums’ globetrotter reporter Rita Kobrak has sent us this inspirational travel blog. Enjoy!
Tuscany in Autumn is a kaleidoscope of colours, emotions and flavours. If you haven’t managed to go abroad this year, Autumn is the perfect time to visit Tuscany, as the weather is still good and most towns have food festivals at this time of the year with tastings and stalls where…
The pandemic has brought lots of struggles to many, but some entrepreneurs have managed to turn things around by being inventive and innovative. James and Rebecca recently had to close Nonna Tonda, their pasta restaurant in London, so thought they could deliver their fresh pasta pasta to people instead.
Each week they nowdeliver hand rolled fresh pasta anddelicious homemade sauces to…
There is a rising trend of people in the midlife age bracket changing careers. For some, that may seem like changing direction midstream. However, forging a new path at the age of 40 or so isn’t uncommon, nor is it impossible.
Monica Costa’s photo by Aida Llanos
Hearing loss makes the idea of changing careers more complicated at any age. If you’re seeking a new career prospect and have…
Travelling can be a gruelling experience, even when you’re doing it on your own. Throw young children into the mix and it and be downright overwhelming. That said, while travelling with babies and toddlers can be tricky, there a few steps that you can take to help ensure it goes smoothly.
Plan ahead
I like being spontaneous but with young children it is important to plan ahead including…
London Mums’ travel blogger from Italy, Rita Kobrak, has sent us lovely tips on how to spend Christmas in Tuscany.
Take advantage of the school holidays to go on a trip to Tuscany and let a local Tuscan chefprepare a delicious Tuscan Christmas lunch feast for you and your family to remember. No shopping, no cooking and no washing up! The fantastic food, the welcoming attitude…
To celebrate National Picnic Week, I have chosen ayummy recipe idea from Italy donated by the Consorzio del Prosciutto di Parma: Flatbread with Parma Ham, Mozzarella, and Cherry Tomatoes. The simple reason is that Parma Hamis becoming increasingly popular with British picnickers. It does not contain nitrites thanks to its all-natural production process, and is an excellent option for…
After a rather gloomy start to Spring, the weather is finally improving just in time for National Picnic Week, which is being celebrated across the UK from the 21st – 30th June 2019. As an Italian, opt for Italian picnic recipes. This recipe for Parma Ham Scotch Eggs is the first of two yummy recipe ideas for food on the go donated by by the Consorzio del Prosciutto di Parma.
As British…
Try to make this delicious recipe for Tiramisu’ (literally it means pick me up) sent by London Mums’ globetrotter reporter Rita Kobrakfrom Tuscany with the kids. You can find this and other recipes in the print magazine.
As farmers used to have it in the morning, the coffee plus the raw eggs and sugar gave them the strength to go out and do a hard days’ work. Note the Tuscan…
Try to make this delicious recipe for Baked asparagussent byLondon Mums’ globetrotter reporter Rita Kobrakfrom Tuscany with the kids. You can find this and other recipes in the print magazine.
It’s really easy to make baked asparagus. The kids will enjoy preparing them and then get some of their 5 a day in the process.
Place the asparagus, tomatoes, pine nuts…