My Beautiful Fortress in Italy.

Thanks for stopping by. This space is devoted to my life in the Italian countryside. In the furthest northern part of Tuscany. A region known as Lunigiana. I am a photo/prop stylist and author.

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What is happening this week: Layouts and final edits on The Sweet Life at La Fortezza.

I am working on my dessert cookbook, The Sweet Life at La Fortezza. This week has been full of creative design as we put together the recipes and the photos. Here’s a little sample of how it will look. The layout of the cookbook is a daunting and enjoyable process. I can’t wait to share this beautiful cookbook with you this spring. Preorders for the book will be up in February 2025.

Happy Holidays. I will be taking a little break from this newsletter until January 2025. Please have a happy, healthy holiday. Big hugs. Thank you for subscribing. It brings me joy to connect with you every Friday.

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Book Your La Fortezza Retreat 2025 NOW.

We are almost sold out for the Secret Flea Market Retreat in June. This does not mean you can’t book your custom retreat or a corporate retreat to celebrate clients or staff. Contact Gen she will give you all the details and our menu of activities to customize your visit. See you in Italy in 2025

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La Fortezza Kitchen on YouTube: Fruit Pie of Pontremoli.

I share one of my favorite Holiday desserts this week: a delicious fruity pie. I love making it this time of year. Try it and bring it to your next holiday gathering.

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MY LATEST REAL-ESTATE YouTube VIDEO:

All About Annette YouTube: In this week's episode, My friend Claudio shows us around his pet project. It is a turn-of-the-19th- century hotel right in the middle of Fivizzano. He’s finished about half the project and is looking for business partners to finish it up and open it in the next year. It is going to be a beautiful vacation spot. Check it out and let me know what you think in the comments.

Check it out, and please like and subscribe to keep this crazy adventure going.

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