Dream Italia Newsletter Vol. 3

December 2005

We would like to wish all our friends,
near and far, a very
Happy Holiday Season!

Magic of Italy Memories

Benvenuti!
We are back now from our travels to Tuscany, relishing in our memories of the magical experiences that unfolded, such as the unexpected golden glow of the light playing against the Tuscan hills. The light takes your breath away and makes you want to pinch yourself to see if you are really living this dream or if this is some ethereal backdrop from a Zefferelli film. Let me briefly share...Read More...

Green Gold

One of our Tuscan friends, Eleonora Taylor, an American lady now living in Panzano in Chianti, describes for you her view of the Tuscan olive harvest, taking place now. Read More...

Cows in the Streets of Florence?

Our dear friend and tour escort, Elena, reports on the latest sights in Florence. "A cow parade is taking place in Florence. This event created by the Swiss sculptor, Pascal Knapp, has already been held with great success in Zurich, New York, London, Moscow and Barcelona. A local jury will vote the best sculpture. In the meantime, I send you a picture of my favorite, Muu Jeans..." Read More...

Sip, Sup, and Support Your Beloved jazz89 KUVO!

Win the trip of your dreams, for you and a friend to join the Autumn 2006 Castles and Vineyards Tour with Dream Italia. In addition to the Grand Prize, every month you will have the opportunity to win a $150 dining gift certificate to our featured Restaurant of the Month. Enjoy Tuscan Rib eye and wine pairings to benefit KUVO at our December Restaurant, Black Pearl, and discover this gem of a restaurant on Old South Pearl Street. Read More...

Italian Connections

December 2, 2005 - Italian Tastes

Join us at Zenman Gallery, fine art photography by Keith Roberts, for First Friday Art Walk.
Date and time: 6 to 10 PM, Friday, December 2, 2005
Place: 3195 Blake Street, # 102

Come meet Special Guest Chef Andrea Frizzi and taste "cicchetti" the bites of Italy. Zenman resident Sommelier Dan Kratzer of Tellitalia Imports 'vino e tradizione' will toast wines to match the food.

About the artist
Keith is acclaimed for his vivid and stimulating photographs of his international travels including Italy, all which convey the drama and spirit of the road. Keith received his Bachelors of Arts from Brooks Institute of Photography. Many of his photographic journeys have been displayed in galleries including: Route 66, San Fermin "The Running of the Bulls," Europe, and Indonesia. For additional information, visit www.zenmanphotography.com or call 303.292.2201.

December 8, 2005 - Vario Holiday Open House

Thursday, December 8, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Cherry Creek North
250 Fillmore
303-333-3996
Join in for antipasti and vino
Enter to win a $500 gift certificate

Come in for a special treat:

December 3 - Espresso
December 10th - Biscotti
December 17th - Spirits

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