Indulge in Lucca's culinary treasures! From trattorias to gelaterias, discover insider tips and must-try spots in this vibrant Italian city.

Bringing home our favorite Italian products is more than just shopping. It's a way of bottling up the experience and carrying it with us.

Discover the artisans of Lucca, from painters and ceramicists to leatherworkers and chocolatiers. Explore how their timeless craftsmanship brings history, tradition, and heart into every home.

From culinary delights to scenic explorations, make the most of your visit to Lucca with these unforgettable experiences.

In Italy, rientro means “the return.” After August’s long pause when much of the country seems to collectively exhale for Ferragosto (August 15, a national holiday marking the peak of summer vacation), I’ve always loved how unapologetic Italians are during this time. Businesses just hang signs: chiuso. Often times for more than a week. That would never fly in the U.S. Imagine the outrage if your favorite restaurant was just closed for a week's vacation.

Learning Italian hasn’t been all effortless immersion and charming café conversations. It's been frustrating, and at times, downright awkward. It’s been equal parts progress and humbling moments.

Tips for Working Remotely Across Time Zones: If you’re thinking about setting up remote work abroad whether temporarily or a more long-term plan, here are a few things we’ve learned so far.

Before booking your dream stay in Italy, be sure to consider these often-overlooked details—from air conditioning and stairs to kitchen setups and local noise—that can make or break your vacation experience.

What started as a spontaneous bake turned into a new favorite—this Lemon Ricotta Olive Oil Cake is one I’ll definitely be making again and again.

One of my favorite simple pleasures in Italy is breakfast at a bar overlooking a piazza with a cappuccino in one hand and a pistacchio cornetto in the other—it's what inspired this creamy, dreamy Pistachio Panna Cotta recipe.

Lucca is a year-round destination, offering something special in every season.

Many of our guests arrive jetlagged and exhausted, having navigated flight delays, missed connections, and the general chaos of travel.

The weight of our memories, both literal and figurative, is something I wrestle with. What do we keep? What do we pass down?

Our hunt reveals facets of Lucca that might be overlooked, even by those familiar with the city.

Keeping warm in a historic home like Casa Campolattaro does require some thoughtful planning - especially since gas and electricity costs

We have marked this map with some of our favorite spots, points of interest, restaurants, and more. From cozy trattorias serving up...

Bombardino, a velvety, boozy drink that’s synonymous with cozy winter evenings and après-ski gatherings in the Italian Alps.

I had never thought of making Pinoli Cookies myself. I always assumed they would be too time-consuming or complicated, but it turns out

Making pizzelle has become one of our family’s favorite ways to honor both history and togetherness during the holidays.

Christmastime in Lucca is nothing short of magical, blending centuries-old traditions with the warmth and charm of this Tuscan town.