Monthly Archives: July 2016

In the Underground of Urbino – The Oratory of the Cathedral

The grotto or oratory of the cathedral of Urbino is dated back to the beginning of the 16th century. It is also called ‘Oratorio del Santissimo Crocifisso della Grotta’ (Oratory of the Holiest Cross of the Grotto). While I was … Continue reading

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Exploring Verucchio in a Hot Summer Day

When climbing up a hill in San Leo to see if there is any possibility to get up the tower for a greater view on the hinterland I happened to talk to a lady from Rome who was exploring the … Continue reading

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San Leo – The Little Brother of San Marino

San Leo is situated just in front of San Marino in the hinterland of Rimini in the region of Emilia-Romagna. As I have been various times to San Marino I wanted to see its little brother which I was told … Continue reading

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An Amazing View from Novilara

Just a few kilometers outside Pesaro at the Adriatic Sea in the Marche we came across this little Medieval town. It is situated high on a rock and gives an amazing overview of the countryside. We could see Fano and … Continue reading

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Cheesy Queso Dip on my Bread

As I had a friend heading over for late dinner I prepared some sauces to dip or put on a slice of bread. Of course, I had my mayonnaise and a kind of tomato spread which could be easily ketchup. … Continue reading

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