S.K. Derban's Blog, page 5
September 17, 2022
Post Twelve: Traveling by Train in Italy – Make Advance Reservations
Before leaving for our Italian holiday I researched traveling from one destination to another by train. Our first train ride would be from Venice to Florence, and research indicated that the Trenitalia Frecce high-speed trains were the preferred selection. We booked online directly on the Trenitalia website, and were fortunate to reserve our seats in […]
September 3, 2022
Post Eleven: Major Italian Sights – Recommended Tours
Our Italian holiday consisted of three main cities as a home base. During our time in Venice we personally found it easy to access the desired sights without hiring a tour company. We went early and waited less than fifteen minutes for both St. Mark’s Basilica Cathedral, and Doge’s Palace. The Campanile bell tower elevator […]
July 23, 2022
Post Ten: Sleeping in Italy – Take a Nap!
We typically were up at 6:00 a.m. and out the door by 7:00 a.m., but we did not go to bed until 11:00 p.m. (Who wants to sleep right after a heavy meal?) Personally, I need a full eight hours sleep so an afternoon nap was the perfect solution. After a full day of sightseeing […]
July 6, 2022
Waffle French Toast
My family adores this French Toast recipe. The bread browns perfectly, there are lots of wonderful crevices to capture the syrup and butter, and it cooks in three minutes! Two Large Eggs 1/3 Cup Milk 1/3 Cup Half and Half 1/4 Teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Bread of Choice – We prefer Challah […]
June 11, 2022
May 26, 2022
Post Nine: Eating Dinner in Italy – Wait until Eight
Stay away from restaurants filled with customers before 7:00 p.m. as they are most likely tourist traps. Most authentic Italian restaurants do not open until 7:30 p.m., and customers slowly trickle in beginning at 8:00 p.m. The best restaurants are not typically the most expensive, and will tend to be crowded. Your hotel should be […]
May 3, 2022
Homemade Glass Cleaner
Let the light shine through! This Homemade Glass Cleaner is non-toxic, less expensive, and it works. Now that’s what I call a win-win-win! Homemade Glass Cleaner Recipe: 2 drops lemon essential oil 1/4 teaspoon Dr. Bronner’s Castile liquid soap 1 & 1/2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar 4 ounces distilled water As mentioned in a previous […]
April 19, 2022
“Uneven Exchange” Book Teaser – Will Alexandra Escape?
Will Alexandra Escape?
April 5, 2022
Post Eight: Panino – Panini – Eating Lunch in Italy
Panino is singular and Panini is plural for the amazing sandwiches of Italy. I am salivating just thinking about their yumminess! Panini bakeries are easy to find, and many offer a wide selection of breads, meats and cheeses. Everything tastes fresh and delicious. After lunch be sure and remember the Gelato! Watch to see where […]
March 23, 2022
Egg – citing Eggs! The “Perfect” Fried Egg.
Break an egg (or two) in a small bowl and set aside. Place a heaping tablespoon of bread crumbs into a 7-inch, non-stick skillet and begin to toast. Add several turns of freshly cracked pepper and two pats of butter. Cook on low heat until the butter is melted and the breadcrumbs are nice and […]
