A letter from the soul of Tuscany, with love. Growing up Canadian-born children of Italian immigrants, my husband Anthony and I both lived in households steeped with all the customs and traditions our parents brought with them when they immigrated. We lived among neighbours with the same background, where Italian was spoken at home and …
Raffaello Romanelli is one of the world’s most acclaimed sculptors, and his Studio Galleria Romanelli in Florence creates some of the most sought-after pieces in the world. Art can take many forms in many different media. It can be found in a simple or grand painting, elaborate jewelry, architectural design or in the beauty of …
Breaking ground on their new state-of-the-art distribution facility, Peter Simons sits down with Dolce to discuss the growth of this iconic company and what is still to come. Interview By Victoria Scott In the high-paced forum of big-box retailing, massive bling and homogenized fashion, Simons (La Maison Simons in Quebec) is a singular stand-alone retailer. …
Temple St. Clair has designed and produced timeless, Florentine-crafted jewellery for the past 30 years. But it’s her passion for storytelling, love of travel and desire to incorporate it all into her craft that has propelled the longevity of her brand. The world through the eyes of an artisan is one of wonder and whimsy, …
With so many temptations available, why not try something that will raise your serotonin levels without damaging your soul? Italy, the peninsula of passion, a country known for Ferraris and food, invited travellers and locals to enjoy two festivals that delivered adrenaline-induced highs from its exotic vehicles, as well as a neuron-firing explosion of flavours …
Murmurs of mmm and exhales of ahhh abounded at Taste: In Viaggio con le Diversitá Del Gusto, a lavish affair of flavours and thoughts held at the Stazione Leopolda in Florence earlier this year. Gastronomic enthusiasts from around the globe indulged in a realm of authentic Italian delights in a posh setting, designed by architect …
