Travel News Thinking of renovating a holiday home? 5 things to consider by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande April 30, 2014 April 30, 2014 Ever come across a gorgeous old farmhouse or a charming rundown villa while on holiday and dreamed of transforming it into your own holiday getaway? Many of the owners of …
Destination: Greece 5 things to do and see in Santorini by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande April 11, 2014 April 11, 2014 One of the main islands in the Cyclades, Santorini is a stylish destination and one of the most romantic places in the world. This stunning volcanic island offers picture-postcard panoramas …
Destination: BulgariaDestinationsInterview Series with our Homeowners Villa Gella: nature’s playground in the heart of Bulgaria’s scenic countryside. by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande February 21, 2014 February 21, 2014 Passepartout Homes’ property portfolio showcases a very exclusive collection of unique luxury holiday retreats located in 15 countries on four continents across the globe. What’s unique about each of our …
Our PartnersTravel News Cantuccini – my grandmother’s secret recipe by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande January 24, 2014 January 24, 2014 Tuscany, land of great culinary traditions, so many recipes to learn and try in your home kitchens, much better after having visited our beautiful region. When speaking about Tuscan typical …
Travel News Digging for Black Gold: Truffle-hunting in Europe by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande December 23, 2013 December 23, 2013 They’ve been called ‘black gold’ and ‘diamonds of the kitchen’, truffles are one of the most sought-after – and most expensive – gourmet delicacies in the world. Looks are deceiving… …
Travel News What do you know about saffron? by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande October 28, 2013 October 28, 2013 The city of San Gimignano owes its fame to the beautiful towers that we can still admire today: they were erected thanks to the economic development the town had in …
Travel News Pitta di Patate Salentina. by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande July 23, 2013 July 23, 2013 Have you ever tasted the delicious “Pitta di Patate Salentina” (Potato Pitta), a speciality from the Salento region in Puglia (Apulia)? We share the recipe with you as prepared by …
Destination: ItalyDestinationsFamily TravelTravel NewsTrip Ideas Best beaches in Salento by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande May 8, 2013 May 8, 2013 The Salento area of Apulia can quite possible claim the best beaches in the Mediterranean. Situated at the very end of Italy’s famous heel of the boot, Salento is only …
Travel News De Lange Bakker in Bruges. by Paola Fiocchi Van den Brande April 22, 2013 April 22, 2013 A truly hidden gem in Bruges, Belgium. I was taken on a sunny spring Saturday to this wonderful little patisserie, hidden in a cul-de-sac in the old town of Bruges, …