Where to begin? I've always had the idea in the back of my mind that I wanted to have a travel blog someday to share my experiences with anyone who cared to read it. Travel has always been a huge part of my life and has shaped me into the person I am today. After finishing grad school recently (and being stuck in quarantine), I've come across more free time to discover new hobbies. So, I thought now would be a good time to kick off a blog!
Ironically, I took a trip to Florence, Italy the week the Coronavirus found its way into the country. My trip went as planned, but obviously everyone's lives has changed drastically since then. I contemplated whether or not I should make my first post about that trip, or if I should focus on a different trip first. I didn't know if anyone would care to read about Italy right now given the fact none of us can really travel at the moment. However, I decided that it was important to share my experiences with the people, places, and food I came across during my week in Florence as a way to give people something to look forward to once these unprecedented times are behind us.
Travel will still be there for us after all this has passed. I hope this travel blog helps give insight into the many places I've traveled to in my life so far, as well as the places I've yet to go (and will be planning the second it is safe to do so!).
So, let the journey begin..... we'll first head back to the week in February when I experienced food on a whole new level. While I work on that post, here is a photo of the first pasta dish I had in Florence to hold you over (or make you hungry).
This lavish lasagna and spaghetti was enjoyed at Signorvino, which is on the riverfront and overlooks the Ponte Vecchio. The key here: outdoor seating. Enjoy a glass of wine and some pasta on a warm, sunny day and I promise you will not be disappointed.
Stay tuned for my next post which will take a deep dive into all the pasta, pizza, and gelato that was consumed during this weeklong trip.
