This & That
We’re back in Rome and trying to survive the oppressive heat once again. After early mornings at a pool, the boys and I have been coming home and making these frozen pops to stay cool. They really hit the spot.
Lots of fun nights out this week with friends visiting from the states. We had delicious Sardinian seafood at Trattoria da Lucia and wood-fired pizzas at Emma, finished with fantastic gelato and granitas at Gelateria del Teatro and Fatamorgana.
Has anyone been to this new grocery store in West Hollywood? And, are we really now at the point in LA where we’re paying $12 for “sacred water?”
Paolo was very excited to hear that there is a possibility I might live until 156. Let’s go!
Getting all the life lessons from Ina! Tell me everything you goddess.
Is it just me or did we all feel good as hell during the world cup? I miss watching the games with the boys so much already.
I’ve been using my Ulla Johnson fabric totes a lot as a pool and beach bag this year and love how the fun prints really make an outfit pop.
All the ladies I know in Europe are wearing these sunnies this summer. Lots of great styles and a really good price point.
I know I told you about Prequel’s lip visor sunscreen last week, but I also started using their Sun Barrier sunscreen and love how lightweight it feels.
Andre and I’ve been living on this refreshing Tangy Cabbage Slaw since we got back to town. It’s crunchy and bright, and if you add some shredded rotisserie chicken, it’s an easy and refreshing lunch.
This week’s unlocked recipe is one of my absolute summer favorites, Sungold Tomato Sauce. Free to all subscribers until Tuesday!
A week in Capalbio
Last Monday, we woke up early, packed the car, and headed about two hours north of Rome to the small Tuscan town of Capalbio to stay with our friends, who are renting a wonderful house there for the summer. Capalbio is one of those places where you get the best of both worlds with easy access to the beach, along with the rolling hills, sunflower fields, and picturesque countryside you think of when you dream of Tuscany. This region has become one of our favorite escapes from Rome, and over the past few years we've loved exploring nearby towns like Ansedonia, Orbetello, and Porto Ercole. This trip, we spent most of our time relaxing and cooking at the house, with a few days at Ultima Spiaggia, the beach club our friends joined for the summer. I even ran into my friend Carly from LA, who happened to be staying at the fantastic boutique hotel across the street from us, Locanda Rossa. If you're planning a family trip to Italy and want to experience both the Tuscan countryside and the beach without venturing too far from Rome, I highly recommend adding this area to your itinerary. Here are a few of our favorite spots in and around Capalbio:
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