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    Summer is the Season for Limoncello

    Limoncello is a vibrantly colored digestif that goes down easy on a hot summer’s day. Although the sweet liqueur is most often served, chilled, in a shot glass, it is meant to be sipped slowly after your meal. And although easy to make, limoncello has a complicated — and contested — history. Some people believe that Italian monks first made the spirit as early as the Middle Ages; others credit Southern Italian fishermen who were thought to drink it upon returning to shore to warm themselves and fight off colds. But most accounts attribute its creation to Maria Antonia Farace, who reportedly lived on a small island off Italy’s southern…

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    Tuscan Wedding Style Inspiration

    Although it is nice to actually be in Tuscany for your special day, sometimes we need to keep things closer to home — however still with a memorable ‘tuscan-style’ theme.  By incorporating vivid colors in flowers and dresses, rustic place and table settings, delicious Tuscan recipes, and choosing an outdoor, natural, and relaxed setting for your reception, you can transport your guests to the heart of Italy. Don’t forget your style starts with your Save the Date card so let it set your Tuscan theme with delicate calligraphy and colorful details that paint a visual picture of your special day. Tips: A soft sage shade of green color paired with vibrant orange creates a Tuscan-feel. Bridesmaids’ bouquets were…