Barbara Conelli's Blog, page 19
March 21, 2012
Chique Secrets of Milan, Italy: The Beautiful Smell Of Paper And The Art Of Handwritten Letters – Papier
In 1987, many years before the boom of e-books and Internet communication, three friends who happened to love the smell of paper, opened Papier. A little store just a few steps from Duomo.
Papier means paper in French, and although it may sound unusual for a Milanese store to have a French name, there's an explanation. The owners of the store, Carla Foratti, Esther Dei Svali and Ersilia Cardani were inspired by Marie Paule Orluc and the international success of her store called Marie Papier...
March 20, 2012
Chique Secrets of Milan, Italy: The World of Embroidery – Ricami Veronica
Although I'm a passionate traveler and an incurable globetrotter, I'm also a total homebody. That is, when I'm at home. When I close the door of one of my homes – as there are more of them around the globe – unpack and make myself a cup of Earl Grey with honey, I want to be comfortable. I want to be warm. I want to be surrounded by things that are beautiful to look at, soft, cozy, inviting, intimate and personal. That's why most of the linen in all of my homes comes from Ricami Veronica in...
March 19, 2012
Free Audio Course For Passionate Travelers And Italy Lovers – Lesson 2: Everything You Need To Know About Italian Food, Cuisine And Their Delicious Secrets (Part 1)
Do you love to eat? Do you love to cook? Do you love exploring the delicacies of Italian cuisine?
In lesson two of our free Chique audio course called Everything Your Need To Know About Italy, I'm going to talk about the best of Italian cuisine!
I'm going to reveal:
The differences among Italian regions and their typical cuisine
Where Italian cuisine was born
Local delicacies
The best regions for olive oil, seafood and pasta
Where and what to eat
How to learn to cook like an Italian
And...
Chique Secrets of Milan, Italy: Italian Artists You're Going To Love – Galleria D'Arte Glauco Cavaciuti
Just a few steps from the beautiful Castello Sforzesco, in Via Vincenzo Monti 28, two lovers and admirers of art opened an extraordinary gallery in 2006. Their name is Glauco and Francesca Cavaciuti, and their Galleria d'Arte Glauco Cavaciuti is a Milanese gem and haven for those who can't imagine life without art: People like me.
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The majestic 19th century building provides modern artists with enough space, and the combination of the old and the new...
An Italian Celebration: Chique Secrets of Dolce Vita Is #1 On Amazon
Today we're celebrating. It's spring, and spring is Chique, especially in Italy. My book, Chique Secrets of Dolce Vita, has been an Amazon bestseller for 12 months in a row. Until Saturday, its best ranking had been been number two. And on Saturday, it got to number one in its main category. That's absolutely amazing, and I'd like to thank you so much for your support, for buying my book and for loving it!
Filed under: Italy, Milan, Writer's Life Tagged: Barbara Conelli, Chique Secrets of...
March 16, 2012
A Golden Day In The Golden Quadrangle: My Guest Post For Susan Van Allen's Blog
Susan Van Allen invited me to her blog, Golden Days in Italy. And when it comes to golden days, there's no better place in the world than the Golden Quadrangle in Milan. Please go to Susan's blog to read the post and leave a comment!
All around the world, Milan is seen as the metropolis of haute-couture and the venue of one of the most popular Fashion Weeks. Therefore, the visit of Quadrilatero della Moda, or Quadrilatero d'Oro – Fashion or Golden Quadrangle – is a Milanese must. Maybe just...
March 14, 2012
Chique Secrets of Milan, Italy: Meriggi – A Space For Creative Souls Where Design, Photographs And Clothes Meet
The area of Naviglio Grande, the Milanese Grand Canal, still has the atmosphere of old Milan. Far from the chaos of the modern center, this area still preserves its markets with used books, art studios and little stores. The new blends with the old, respecting the typical peculiarity of this part of the city.
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Cristina Meriggi had worked in the fashion business for many years when she realized it was time to invest her experience and creativity in...
March 13, 2012
Chique Secrets of Milan: Via Bagutta – The Den Of Milanese Writers
Try mentioning the word "Bagutta" in conversation and you'll see my face light up. Bagutta is the name of a famous Milanese street, of a beloved Milanese trattoria closely connected to Italian literature, and to spice things up, the alley leading from Via Bagutta is called Baguttina – "Little Bagutta".
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Trattoria Bagutta in Via Bagutta number 14 was founded in 1924 and since early days, it's been the meeting place of Milanese writers. The first writer...
March 12, 2012
Welcome To La Bella Italia!
Did you see the new video I created for you yesterday? It's on my homepage but you can watch it right here. I hope you enjoy it!
And here's the link to download the book excerpts and gifts I mention in the video
I'll be back tomorrow with another Secret of Milan!
Filed under: Italy, Milan Tagged: Barbara Conelli, Chique Secrets of Dolce Amore, Chique Secrets of Dolce Vita, italy travel guide for women, Italy video, Live your dolce vita, Milan Italy, Milan Photographs, milan travel guide for...
March 10, 2012
Free Audio Course For Passionate Travelers And Italy Lovers: Everything You Need To Know About Italy
I love sharing my experiences from Italian travels and my thoughts about Italy with my readers and fans. Recently I've been thinking about new ways of bringing Italy closer to you and allowing you to experience it from the comfort of your favorite armchair, without the need to pack your bags and go through security control at the airport 
I've created an ongoing, extensive, Chique audio course called simply Everything You Need To Know About Italy. I'm going to share a new lesson with you...
