My Beautiful Fortress in Italy.
Thanks for stopping by. This space is devoted to our 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.
What’s happening at La Fortezza this week: Film week:
It’s been a great week of filming. Wait until you see the properties. My YouTube Channel is growing, and this week’s episode is a must-watch. See below; there’s a link to the episode with Johnny and John. We also started filming with a new real estate group. Don’t worry; we will still be filming with my friend Federico. Davide and Michael represent another nearby area I adore, so you will see some other parts of Italy near La Fortezza.
In other news, I met one of the new homeowners in Fivizzano.
We toured her new flat in the city center with the film crew. Danya bought it from my YouTube channel video. Wait until you see the upcoming video. She’s a lovely lady, and I am happy I could make her dream of living in Italy come true.
My dear friend Kim is making an offer on a home I filmed in July. She’s here, and she fell in love with the property. (I had sent her videos and loads of photos.) We were there when she saw it for the first time and filmed all the emotional and special moments. I knew it would be perfect for her vision. Stay tuned for loads of footage as she takes possession and starts her renovation. Auguri Kim!
INSIDER Flea Market Retreat for Spring 2025. 2 spots left.
June 1-6th, 2025. Sign up NOW.
You’ve been asking for it. Here it is… the Shopping Retreat of all shopping retreats. The Top Secret Flea Market Retreat…is on the site. Join us and delve into secret flea markets with me and local experts leading the way. I have a few surprise guests who will show you things you never imagined. Lunch in magical settings with delicious seasonal food. A genuinely incredible flea market/antiques fair crawl. A stylist’s list of places to see and places to shop.
Bring an empty suitcase or two to haul your stash. June 1-6th 2025. Plus, we suggest that you take in the Arezzo Antiques Market right after June 8-9th. We will help you plan these extra days of treasure hunting.
Of course, there will be a cooking class in the La Fortezza Kitchen, and massages will be available after a day of intense hunting. Drink the wine we make and enjoy a custom cocktail aperitivo hour every evening on the terrace. Meet the most amazing dealers face-to-face. Lunch in the most elegant antique showroom in Prato.
If this sounds good to you, please email Gen for the details ASAP. We have limited spots available. So don’t wait; these retreats tend to sell out quickly. Gen can get you booked.
La Fortezza Corporate Retreats:
Have you considered a Corporate Retreat at La Fortezza? We hold a few every year, and they are becoming more common. La Fortezza is the perfect place to relax, hold inspirational meetings, build teams, and more. We offer creative alternatives to bonding with your team or saying thank you to your best clients.
Email Gen, and she can explain all our options in the Italian countryside. Treat your employees and clients to incredibly memorable days in Italy. We can build the perfect retreat for you.
Private Retreats: ARE YOU BOOKING A LA FORTEZZA RETREAT IN 2025?
PICK YOUR DATES!
WE ARE NOW taking reservations for 2025 Custom La Fortezza Retreats: If you’re interested in planning your custom retreat in June or September 2025, please email our guest liaison, Gen, and she will get you started. We are filling up.
Check the calendar and start planning. Every retreat comes with a pasta cooking lesson and a custom itinerary!
Contact Gen to reserve your place in 2025: Gen is our La Fortezza Guest Service Liaison: genesis.carlina@gmail.com
La Fortezza Kitchen on YOUTUBE:
La Fortezza Kitchen IS UP AND RUNNING. This week’s episode is my famous Tiramisu; it’s delicious. Sweet, silky, and full of Espresso soaked goodness. Find the recipe below. Have a look, and please like and subscribe.
MY LATEST REAL-ESTATE YOUTUBE VIDEO:
All About Annette YouTube: In this week's episode, I visited a house I wrote about in my book Italy is My Boyfriend. It’s a beautiful home updated by a talented couple. Meet Johny and John. You’ll love it. Oh, and I throw in a few improvements of my own.
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