My social circles have shrunk noticeably in the last 9 months. I no longer host dinner parties for 20, or 10 or really anyone anymore. Rarely do I meet friends for dinner or cocktails (maybe 6 times since March) and now with the new restrictions even those options are off the table. Socializing has become…
Last month, on January 24, amid little fanfare or celebration, the Despar supermarket opened its doors onto Piazza Unita’. Long awaited, much debated and controversial, the arrival of a supermarket on the most iconic piazza in Italy was largely frowned upon by almost everyone in Trieste, concerned that it would “cheapen” the piazza and quickly…
When it comes to mani-pedis, the Italian experience is far from what we are used to in the States. There it’s usually a social occasion where you go with a friend or two and, because snail salons are so plentiful you can just pop into any one and get top-notch service. Then of course, we…
Moving is considered among one of the 5 most disruptive life events that one can have, along with death, job loss, divorce and major illness. Unlike these latter ones, moving doesn’t have to be a bad experience if you or your family rely on the aid of a seasoned relocation specialist. Patricia Bonaert is that person: a veteran…
If you don’t live in a major city, then it’s difficult to find an APPLE store for support of your Apple products. Being that we’re a 110% Apple household, any minor glitch is enough to send us into a cold sweat! Luckily we discovered DATAX a Trieste based, APPLE authorized Support and Repair center that provides truly…
Fiori Rosario is a quaint little flower shop that took over an old newspaper stand in Piazza Venezian. Always flush with beautiful blooms and plants, you can always find something ready to go or they can make a bouquet on request. Very reasonably priced and very accommodating — they are always open and they also…
