USEFUL LINKS
Nape'
This is a small glass art gallery where modern Venetian glass from the past century has been selected by a passionate professional throughout many years. You can also find contempoary pieces. It's located very close to my house in Venice.
www.murano900.com
Enrica's Wicker Basket
If you wish to buy the same wicker basket Enrica uses in Borough and Portobello markets visit Fine Timber Products Ltd. website. You will find it in the "willow household products and lamps section". You can buy it and have it home delivered.
http://www.finetimberproducts.co.uk/
Agriturismo Venezia
My brother Giulio Rocca and his wife Fabienne run a lovely agriturismo only 20minoutside of Venice. Nice self catering accommodation and a beautiful swimming pool are only some of the features they offer.
www.agriturismovenezia.it
Hungry for Paris
Heading for Paris? Then you really must pick up a copy of my friend Alexander Lobrano's new book HUNGRY FOR PARIS. (click here to buy) I've known Alec, who has been an American in Paris for over twenty years and is GOURMET Magazine's European Correspondent, for many years, and I have rarely met anyone who has such a profound and joyous knowledge of French food and wine. We've dined together many times, and I never cease to be amazed not only byhis palette but his wonderful ability to instantly understand the personality of a chef or a restaurant. Alec's book, which is warm, personal and beautifully written, is at once a guidebook to the city's 102 best restaurants and also an insightful portrait of Paris and a charming memoir. I highly recommend it. Bon Appetit! Ciao, Enrica.
here is his website:
http://hungryforparis.com
Nife is Life
For a good Italian delicatessen on line go to Nife is Life. Best mozzarella if ordered Monday for Tuesday and Thursday for Friday delivery. Try their taralli di Patate and .... all is good.www.nifeislife.com
John Hall Venice Course
The John Hall Venice Course is a nine-week introduction to some of the finest and most thought-provoking achievements in the Western World, from the Classical past to today. This pre-university course based in London, Venice, Florence and Rome is conducted through a series of lectures and visits by a team of world-class experts. It includes not only painting, sculpture and architecture but also music, world cinema, literature and global issues. There are also practical classes in studio life drawing and portraiture, as well as classes in photography, Italian language and cookery classes with Contessa Rocca.http://www.johnhallvenice.com/