Perfect weather for a trip out today,after yesterdays storms, so we went to Caldarola to see the Caravaggios and others at Le Stanze del Cardinale in the main square ( ends 12th Nov) and then on up to Castello Pallotta an ancient fortified castle
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This is probably a question for Gala. My friend has started her road trip of Italy, to finally arrive in Marche in 8weeks time, and will be using internet cafes to keep in touch . She arrives in Lucca tomorrow, will she find one there?.
Sat, 09/12/2009 - 04:41
We have friends who are house hunting here and have come across an interesting site of a company called Country Sunsets who are based in Termoli, has anyone come across them or had any experience of dealing with them?.thanksA
Mon, 09/07/2009 - 04:20
Writing again in praise of the healthcare I have received in Marche.
Tue, 08/25/2009 - 03:15
Yet another incentive from those great people at Osteria del Lago at San Ruffino.They have opened a small English library, novels non fiction and some reference books.The idea is that the novels can be swapped or that you can add to their numbers
Fri, 08/14/2009 - 08:49
I feel this might be a question that comes under Caroles expertise, but just assuming I am a pensioner soon, what would be the advantages , disadavantages of having it paid here or in the UK?. I am being given the option, interesting that the post
Mon, 08/03/2009 - 15:13
I am having a problem getting the right perscription for glasses here in Marche and wonder if anyone has any experience or advice to give.The route as usual is via the GP and then on to see the specialist at the hospital and then the optician to m
Thu, 07/30/2009 - 06:25
The weather seems set fine for our fundraising BBQ on the 15th of July, this is our fourth attempt and thanks to all who have born with us and the weather!.The event is hosted by our friends Sarah and Mark at their home Villa Conti, between Amando
Sun, 07/12/2009 - 09:05
One of the main topics at the G8 summit held in L'Aquila this week will be the environment and climate change and a drive to reduce carbon emissions. Mr B might be well advised to look closer to home on this subject.
Thu, 07/09/2009 - 04:03
The weather forecast for Sunday the 21st the day of our much planned BBQ, is looking iffy, we will be reviewing the forecast tomorrow at 6pm and will then make a decision as to whether we cancel it until the following Sunday the 28th June.So finge
Fri, 06/19/2009 - 09:34
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If its any help I direct guests to the nearest A&E, this is all in the information pack ,though luckily nobody has had cause to use it yet, other friends with apartments have not been so fortunate, but being on site and speaking Italian is a bonus, though realise this is not possible for all renters. Perhaps a contact number for emergencies of an italian speaker would be helpful ?. Not sure if A&E at Amandola is still operating, but Penny who is active on this forum may be able to advise. Pharmacists here seem to play a much more active role in health care, worth a visit to yours in Monte San Martino and they may be able to supply the information you require.
Thanks for posting that Anne, have just taken a trip around our village, shame i didnt end up at the bar though!.
May I have the recipe for Waterzooi plse Raggio?!, sounds delicious.
Seems to be turning into a debate on English versus Italian food!, I think what I have found here in Marche is that the Italians love their food, they have preserved its authenticity, and have a culture of eating well and heathily. To me everything tastes better than the UK, the tomatos, the vegetables, and the locally raised meat. Most is organically grown, and doesnt travel a million miles to be on your plate for dinner. And if I want comfort "English " food I will have mashed potato and sausages, so you can adapt your ingredients to suit your mood!, we are lucky to have a local Asian supermarket so curry is catered for as well. And I make my own pickles and jam, so no need to my mind to hanker for a dose of English ingredients?
I found a very nice one waiting for me a few months ago!, sometimes best not revisited. A
Has always worked well for me, I will send you one as a test!
I know someone who is looking for a kitten, I see you arent that far from them, will be in touch.
ICI does not apply to prima casa, unless it is in the luxury bracket. I am assuming that for hiller and la libera this is a holiday home?.
We didnt use a solicitor when we bought 5 yrs ago, but we did pay extra to our geometra/estate agent (at that time this was permitted) for the "hand holding" buying process, so searches were done by him and the bank account set up by him, and we still sometimes use him for advice, but rarely as our Italian improves and we have built up a local network of friends. It went very much against the English way of thinking, but for us worked out fine. Its up to what you feel comfortable with, and whom you trust.
Please would you expand on your "excellent" and cheap heating system, I would be very interesting in reducing bills and keeping warm. What exactly is the solar photovoltaic offer you mention?. And what are the initial costs involved. I am intruged by a "free heating system", so lets hear more.