Download or read book Escape to the Tuscan Vineyard written by Carrie Walker and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2024-05-23 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pack your bags and uncork the laughter in this delightful romantic escapade! After getting her heart broken in her early twenties, Abi Mason vowed to live by a simple (but non-negotiable) rule: no second dates. Who needs a boyfriend, or anything else for that matter, when you have a career to think about? But life has other plans: with some unexpected time on her hands, Abi finds herself on holiday in Tuscany. Among sun-dappled vineyards and olive groves, Abi meets dashing American Tony, and it seems the universe is conspiring to force her out of her comfort zone... If Abi can break her own rules, could this unexpected Italian fling lead her to a happiness she never dared to dream of? Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Lindsey Kelk, this effervescent tale will whisk you away on a hilarious and heartwarming adventure you won't want to end! *** Readers LOVE Escape to the Tuscan Vineyard: 'Love it all, the scenery, the characters and the plot. It's funny and makes you smile. Love the writing too, easy flowing and quick to read in one sitting. It makes you want to jump on a plane to Italy now.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'Absolutely love, love, loved this one.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'An amazing, summer read. Would 100% recommend.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'I loved Carrie Walker's first book so I knew to expect armchair travel, warm-hearted explorations into love and relationships and some laugh-out-loud antics. This book didn't disappoint!' - NetGalley reviewer, 5* 'What a lovely romantic read and a romantic setting. Italy and love just go together like peaches and cream. 5 stars.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*

Download or read book A Vineyard in Tuscany written by Ferenc Maté and published by Albatross. This book was released on 2007 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this intimate and uproarious story, two daring New Yorkers convert an ancient, abandoned farm into a world-renowned winery.

Download or read book Escape to Tuscany written by Candice Gianetti and published by Fodor's. This book was released on 1999 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A vacation you will never forget A spectacular new color guide that highlights the exceptional experiences of one of Italy's most evocative regions. Stay at the monastery seen in The English Patient Let this book inspire and guide you as you plan your Tuscan getaway. Each of the two dozen sites and experiences it highlights is a perfect gem -- as you'll see for yourself in more than 150 luscious photographs. Harvest grapes for wine and press your own olive oil Mix and match featured travel ideas like these to create a one-of-a-kind itinerary that showcases all the many facets of this storied corner of Italy. Hike in the marble mountains that inspired Michelangelo Or study cooking with Lorenza de' Medici, get the best possible view of Siena's legendary Palio, cheer the drivers in a spectacular classic-car race. From celebrated San Gimignano to Tuscany's unsung cowboy country, the essence of Tuscany flourishes inside this book. Plan your escape today Use the planning section at the end of the book to find out about costs, lodging options, and more; detailed maps show you what's where. Keep this book by your bedside to sweeten your dreams, or pop it into your tote bag when you hit the road. And get ready for the trip of a lifetime.

Download or read book Second Chances in Chianti written by T.A. Williams and published by Canelo. This book was released on 2021-02-22 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alice thought her future was set in stone, until her past came knocking... Alice Butler starred in a successful US sitcom until tensions in the cast and crew caused the show to be cancelled. Now, five years later and working towards her dream job in art history, she’s called back for a revival of the show. It can only end in disaster, surely? Flown to a villa in Chianti to meet with the rest of the cast, Alice must decide where her future lies – with her boyfriend, David, who laps up the Hollywood company, or with the mysterious Matt, who shies away from public attention? A beautiful romance for fans of Lucy Coleman and Trisha Ashley.

Download or read book Tuscany and Its Wines written by Hugh Johnson and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2005-09-29 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World-renowned wine expert Hugh Johnson's elegant tribute to Tuscany is now available in paperbacka richly rewarding volume in prose and image for those who enjoy the region's exquisite marriage of wine and food, beauty and history. Traveling from town to town, from hilltop to farmland, Johnson not only explores the Tuscan geography and wineries, but also shares the culture and sitesfrom a stunning cathedral in Siena to a good place for a relaxing glass of wine in Monte Amiata. Poetic, illuminating descriptions combine with over 100 atmospheric photos to capture the essence of Tuscany and bring the author's passion for the regions distinctive grape varietals to life. Glass of Brunello in one hand, Tuscany and Its Wines in the otherperfect armchair reading!

Download or read book The Last Sip of Wine written by Stacey Reynolds and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-08-29 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: *A spin-off novel from The O'Brien world Dr. Antonio Rinalto has lived abroad in Brazil for over a decade. A promising young surgeon serving as a missionary. But there are other reasons he left his Tuscan home. Among the vines of Viti del Fiume, family secrets linger. Ten years later, Antonio is called home to Italy, where he will learn the power of forgiveness and the importance of family. Sophie Bellamy is searching for a way out of England. As a graduating viticulturist, interning at a vineyard in Tuscany seems like the perfect escape. But old ghosts have a way of tracking their prey. Can she rely on the shelter of Viti del Fiume and the Rinalto family to shield her from her past?

Download or read book You Don t Have to be Rich to Travel Well written by Eugene Fodor and published by Fodor's. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fodor's Escape to Tuscany will inspire and guide you as you plan your Tuscan getaway. Harvest grapes for wine and rest in volcanic springs or hike in the marble mountains that inspired Michelangelo. Each of the 24 experiences and sights it highlights are illustrated in 150 luscious full-color photographs. The planning section tells you all about costs, lodging options, how to get there, and more, and a detailed map shows you what's where. Escape to Tuscany is lovely enough to treasure as a dream book, yet durable enough to withstand the rigors of travel, so keep this book by your bedside to sweeten your dreams, or pop it into your tote bag when you hit the road. And get ready for the trip of a lifetime.

Download or read book Last of the Summer Vines written by Romy Sommer and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2018-06-29 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘A gorgeous love letter to Italy’ Josie Silver ‘All I can picture is myself in Tuscany...A book that will sweep you away’ Jo Watson, bestselling author of Love to Hate You Love grows where you least expect to find it...

Download or read book Escape to the Swiss Chalet written by Carrie Walker and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-09 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: [h2]Chalet Girl meets Bridget Jones![/h2] 'Oh wow!! this book blew me away!! it has it all! laughs and tears and excitement and sadness and fun!! what a great time! thank you so much to netgalley for letting me read this one early!!' lindsey.readsbooks, 5 stars When your life goes off-piste how do you climb back up the mountain? Holly Roberts is well-known among family and friends for despising the cold, so no one is more surprised than her when she agrees to pack her bags and move to the Swiss Alps. But after getting her heart broken, spending the winter season working as a sous-chef for wealthy twins Genevieve and gorgeous Luca, is exactly what the doctor ordered. Verbier is home to millionaires and Holly has never felt more out of place in the snow-capped wooden chalet. Thankfully new friends, chalet girl Liv and chef Xavier are there to be her guide in this new world of après-ski and fondue, and to teach her how to get off chair lifts! And then there is Luca... rich, handsome, kind but what is the catch? She just wanted to escape her problems but could she get her Happily Ever After? A SWEET and FUNNY romantic comedy for readers of Lindsey Kelk and Mandy Baggot. Readers love Escape to the Swiss Chalet! 'Carrie Walker will whisk you away with this fabulous destination romcom... A sparkling debut – I couldn't put it down.' Sandy Barker 'Fabulously heart-warming and witty... what a debut! It made me yearn to fly off to breathe in the mountain air and, for any foodie who also enjoys the odd glass of wine, you will wish you could make a reservation. Utterly delightful!' Lucy Coleman 'What a treat! An exciting new voice you won't want to miss. Cosy, festive and hilarious!' Kate Forster 'The COZIEST story setting at a dreamy ski chalet! makes me reallyyy want snow and a hot cocoa!' @niks.bookshelf, 4 stars 'Super fun, light-hearted, and delightful read to get into a winter-y mood.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars 'Glistening, festive romance. The story is a magical blend of wine, goodwill and opportunity. I loved reading this book.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Got me hooked!... kept me guessing... loved basically everything about this book, I suggest reading with a good glass of wine and a range of cheeses. ????????' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'An enchanting winter tale that warms the heart even in the coldest of settings.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Full of romance and joy and some tears. It's the perfect curl up with hot cocoa book. I loved it.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Everything you want in a romantic comedy... A hilarious indulgent escapist read.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'A lovely festive snow scented hot chocolate tasting book... A gorgeous story.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars 'This has rom com all over it! So excited for this one and can't wait to share a full review and thoughts. So excited for the adventures of the Swiss Chalet as well as handsome Xavier... I'm getting Elle Woods vibes!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Brilliant... Read in one sitting... just a great feel good read set up in a lovely part of Switzerland.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Absolutely loved this book. It was a great, romantic escape, and it just ticked all the boxes that I hope for in a romantic comedy.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'A delightful escape into a world of snowy adventures and unexpected romance... a perfect choice for fans of Mandy Baggot and Jo Thomas... sweet and funny romantic comedy that will leave you with a warm and fuzzy feeling long after the final page.' Barefoot in Grace, 5 stars 'My escape to the Swiss chalet was delightful-it was a cheery romantic comedy that would brighten up even the darkest winter day.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars

Download or read book Aged for Death A Tuscan Vineyard Cozy Mystery Book 2 written by Fiona Grace and published by Fiona Grace. This book was released on 2020-08-04 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) AGED FOR DEATH (A TUSCAN VINEYARD COZY MYSTERY) is book #2 in a charming new cozy mystery series by #1 bestselling author Fiona Grace, author of Murder in the Manor (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Olivia Glass, 34, turns her back on her life as a high-powered executive in Chicago and relocates to Tuscany, determined to start a new, simpler life—and to grow her own vineyard. Olivia is falling in love with the Tuscan life and the gorgeous Tuscan scenery, especially as she travels to visit Pisa. Yet when the winery she works for auctions off a rare and expensive bottle of wine—and when someone turns up dead—Olivia must draw on her strength as a sommelier to get to the bottom of the murder. In the meanwhile, her new own attempts at a vineyard—and her love life—are failing miserably. Can Olivia turn it all around to create the life she’s always dreamed of? Or was it all a fantasy that she should let go? Hilarious, packed with travel, food, wine, twists and turns, romance and her newfound animal friend—and centering around a baffling small-town murder that Olivia must solve—AGED FOR DEATH is an un-putdownable cozy that will keep you laughing late into the night. Books #3-#7 are available!

Download or read book A Curve in the Road written by Julianne MacLean and published by Lake Union Publishing. This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abbie MacIntyre is living the dream in the picturesque Nova Scotia town she calls home. She is a successful surgeon, is married to a handsome cardiologist, and has a model teenage son who is only months away from going off to college. But then one fateful night, everything changes. When a drunk driver hits her car, Abbie is rushed to the hospital. She survives, but the accident forces unimaginable secrets out into the open and plagues Abbie with nightmares so vivid that she starts to question her grip on reality. Her perfect life begins to crack, and those cracks threaten to shatter her world completely. The search for answers will test her strength in every way--as a wife, a career woman, and a mother--but it may also open the door for Abbie to move forward, beyond anger and heartbreak, to find out what she is truly made of. In learning to heal and trust again, she may just find new hope in the spaces left behind.

Download or read book Mississippi Vegan written by Timothy Pakron and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-10-23 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrate the gorgeous and delicious possibilities of plant-based Southern cuisine. Inspired by the landscape and flavors of his childhood on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Timothy Pakron found his heart, soul, and calling in cooking the Cajun, Creole, and southern classics of his youth. In his debut cookbook, he shares 125 plant-based recipes, all of which substitute ingredients without sacrificing depth of flavor and reveal the secret tradition of veganism in southern cooking. Finding ways to re-create his experiences growing up in the South--making mud pies and admiring the deep pink azaleas--on the plate, Pakron looks to history and nature as his guides to creating the richest food possible. Filled with as many evocative photographs and stories as easy-to-follow recipes, Mississippi Vegan is an ode to the transporting and ethereal beauty of the food and places you love.

Download or read book Native Wine Grapes of Italy written by Ian D'Agata and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2014-05-16 with total page 637 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mountainous terrain, volcanic soils, innumerable microclimates, and an ancient culture of winemaking influenced by Greeks, Phoenicians, and Romans make Italy the most diverse country in the world of wine. This diversity is reflected in the fact that Italy grows the largest number of native wine grapes known, amounting to more than a quarter of the worldÕs commercial wine grape types. Ian DÕAgata spent thirteen years interviewing producers, walking vineyards, studying available research, and tasting wines to create this authoritative guide to ItalyÕs native grapes and their wines. Writing with great enthusiasm and deep knowledge, DÕAgata discusses more than five hundred different native Italian grape varieties, from Aglianico to Zibibbo. DÕAgata provides details about how wine grapes are identified and classified, what clones are available, which soils are ideal, and what genetic evidence tells us about a varietyÕs parentage. He gives historical and anecdotal accounts of each grape variety and describes the characteristics of wines made from the grape. A regional list of varieties and a list of the best producers provide additional guidance. Comprehensive, thoroughly researched, and engaging, this book is the perfect companion for anyone who wants to know more about the vast enological treasures cultivated in Italy.

Download or read book Aged for Vengeance A Tuscan Vineyard Cozy Mystery Book 5 written by Fiona Grace and published by . This book was released on 2021-03-10 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!"--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor)AGED FOR VENGEANCE (A TUSCAN VINEYARD COZY MYSTERY) is book #5 in a charming new cozy mystery series by #1 bestselling author Fiona Grace, author of Murder in the Manor (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews-and a free download!Olivia Glass, 34, turns her back on her life as a high-powered executive in Chicago and relocates to Tuscany, determined to start a new, simpler life-and to grow her own vineyard.A high-end wine tour comes into town, led by a world-class museum. When they stop at the winery, it seems like the winery's big break-but when one of the tour members ends up dead, it jeopardizes everything.Can Olivia find the killer and save their reputation?Hilarious, packed with travel, food, wine, twists and turns, romance and her newfound animal friend-and centering around a baffling small-town murder that Olivia must solve-the TUSCAN VINEYARD is an un-putdownable mystery series that will keep you laughing late into the night.Books #6 and #7 are also available!

Download or read book Aged for Death A Tuscan Vineyard Cozy Mystery Book 2 written by Fiona Grace and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-12 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) AGED FOR DEATH (A TUSCAN VINEYARD COZY MYSTERY) is book #2 in a charming new cozy mystery series by #1 bestselling author Fiona Grace, author of Murder in the Manor (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews-and a free download! Olivia Glass, 34, turns her back on her life as a high-powered executive in Chicago and relocates to Tuscany, determined to start a new, simpler life-and to grow her own vineyard. Olivia is falling in love with the Tuscan life and the gorgeous Tuscan scenery, especially as she travels to visit Pisa. Yet when the winery she works for auctions off a rare and expensive bottle of wine-and when someone turns up dead-Olivia must draw on her strength as a sommelier to get to the bottom of the murder. In the meanwhile, her new own attempts at a vineyard-and her love life-are failing miserably. Can Olivia turn it all around to create the life she's always dreamed of? Or was it all a fantasy that she should let go? Hilarious, packed with travel, food, wine, twists and turns, romance and her newfound animal friend-and centering around a baffling small-town murder that Olivia must solve-AGED FOR DEATH is an un-putdownable cozy that will keep you laughing late into the night. Books #3 (AGED FOR MAYHEM), #4 (AGED FOR SEDUCTION), #5 (AGED FOR VENGEANCE), and #6 (AGED FOR ACRIMONY) are also available!

Download or read book Under the Tuscan Sun written by Frances Mayes and published by Crown. This book was released on 2003-08-26 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The beloved memoir of self-discovery set against the spectacular Tuscan countryside that inspired the major motion picture starring Diane Lane—now in a twentieth-anniversary edition featuring a new afterword “This beautifully written memoir about taking chances, living in Italy, loving a house and, always, the pleasures of food, would make a perfect gift for a loved one. But it’s so delicious, read it first yourself.”—USA Today For more Frances Mayes, including a tour of her now iconic Cortona home, Bramasole, watch PBS’s Dream of Italy: Tuscan Sun Special! More than twenty years ago, Frances Mayes—widely published poet, gourmet cook, and travel writer—introduced readers to a wondrous new world when she bought and restored an abandoned Tuscan villa called Bramasole. Under the Tuscan Sun inspired generations to embark on their own journeys—whether that be flying to a foreign country in search of themselves, savoring one of the book’s dozens of delicious seasonal recipes, or simply being transported by Mayes’s signature evocative, sensory language. Now with a new afterword from Frances Mayes, the twentieth-anniversary edition of Under the Tuscan Sun revisits the book’s most popular characters.

Download or read book Escape written by Diana Dirienzo and published by . This book was released on 2015-12-29 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Family Saga Romance/Travel 1930s-1940. Love transcends borders and family issues. Travel back in time with Sophia Fiorenza and her controlling "pazzo" crazy family. Her fortress is a lush Tuscany Vineyard Estate.Her savior is Romano Martino the newly hired vintner. Smart handsome and strong willed - will he win her love?