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Published: September 7th 2009
Our first night at the villa---sitting outside by the pool, glass of wine in hand (of course) sampling fresh pecorino cheese and italian bread, with a gentle breeze and the full moon rising. This is heaven! The villa is as beautiful as we hoped. Not the Ritz but lots of room, a functioning kitchen and hot water. We think we could get used to this!
Shopping at a store (the Ibercoop) larger than a Walmart was an experience. The prepackaged rooster with head attached, fresh porcini mushrooms, and 10 eggs in a carton instead of a dozen, were all unique finds.
The great part of today was having no plan but ending up eating lunch on a balcony restaurant overlooking the Piazza della Republicca in Cortona, home of Under the Tuscan Sun fame. And yes, a bottle of wine was involved.
Hope you enjoy the pictures!
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Laura
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Woo-hoo! Good for you! I'm delighted that you're having a good time! The rooster with head attached ... not so good. Maybe you'll find a nice butcher somewhere who will help you with those little things. ;) Still hot, but not as bad, and smoky, but not as bad. Certainly not as good as where you are, though. Thanks for sharing your dream with us. :)