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Florence's Genre-Defying Building That Couldn't Pick a Side
Part I Picture this: It's 1959, and Florence's mayor Piero Bargellini is making a bold claim about a certain building that is “Florence's most…
Aug 16
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Chandi Wyant
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The Secret Beneath Santa Croce
While Florence swelters in summer heat, I'm thinking about a December secret in the city that most visitors don’t discover.
Aug 6
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Chandi Wyant
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July 2025
When Italy Was Romantic
Ode to youth and a summer night in Tuscany
Jul 26
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Chandi Wyant
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Summer Newsletter 2025
I’m making this newsletter available to everyone this time because I want to let a wider audience know about the Renaissance Program in Florence set for…
Jul 22
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Chandi Wyant
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Where to Go Next in Liguria: A Curated Guide
Liguria is my favorite region after Tuscany.
Jul 11
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Chandi Wyant
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June 2025
The Tuscan Town That Dazzles the Most on a Summer Night
The One Town Where I Say "Come in High Season"
Jun 30
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Chandi Wyant
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The Curious Case of Viral Sensations in Florence
If you follow social media accounts dedicated to food in Florence, chances are you’ve seen a slew of videos depicting Vivoli Gelateria’s affogato.
Jun 21
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Chandi Wyant
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Tracing Michelangelo’s David Through Florence
To trace Michelangelo’s David through Florence, you must start at the building called Orsanmichele in Via Calzaiuoli.
Jun 9
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Chandi Wyant
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May 2025
From the Veneto to Puglia and Back
An Irish retiree experiences living in both the north and south of Italy
May 30
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Chandi Wyant
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Get Your Guide to the Chianti Zone
Ciao Everyone, Good news! I am excited to announce that my new ebook on the Chianti zone is now available. You don’t need to spend dozens of hours…
May 26
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Chandi Wyant
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Tucci is Back
And I Have Thoughts to Share
May 21
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Chandi Wyant
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Alternates to Bucket-List Locations
Pilgrimage towns in Lazio and Tuscany you've never heard of
May 8
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Chandi Wyant
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