Waking up in Bologna exceeds all my expectations of what I ever wanted a perfect morning to be like. Quiet first hours of your day, breathing through clean air, closing your eyes as you smell the pomegranates hanging on the trees, a delicious fresh breeze warm enough to make you step outside and enjoy your morning coffee. And must I add, this entire event is even better when spent with the one you love.

We skipped breakfast and headed straight into lunch time around 2:00 PM. We had a delicious Italian seafood risotto made by Riccardo’s mom. Absolutely delicious! Nothing like homemade Italian food, that’s for sure. We had sparkling wine to go along with our meal, had a nice little talk, then concluded with a delicious espresso made at home. That’s one thing I find so devine about the Italian culture, each meal is like a whole journey, an entire experience. To truly enjoy the food you are eating.

We then took a “siesta” or nap, before heading out. On this gorgeous day we decided to go rock climbing! What an experience.

with love always,

Angela