There are many lovely places in Italy with delicious foods and wonderful views. I have yet to find a restaurant with views like there is at La Madonnina, located near Lecco, Italy.
It is about a 20 minute drive from my in-laws’ house. The kids are always excited to go there to see the cows and horses that roam freely around. There is also a playground outside for them. When we pulled up around the corner there was a cow returning home from grazing along the mountain road. I would fly to Italy just to eat their polenta uncia. It is polenta made with butter, Parmigiano Reggiano, and gorgonzola. It is topped with melted Fontina cheese. La Madoninna is where people go for weddings, baptisms, birthdays, and any other special occasion. The views are breathtaking. While waiting for the meat course, I stepped outside in the cold air and got a little carried away taking photos of the sunset; some I took with instagram and some with my camera. I always loved my friend Brian’s Silent Sunday series. I thought it would be fun to take a few Sundays and share some photos from Italy.
I adore you all. :)Thank you for stopping by. Enjoy your Sunday. xo
Jean (Lemons and Anchovies)aa says
July 22, 2012 at 6:57 pmI loved seeing looking at these pictures, Lora. I wish I had insider knowledge of great places like this in Italy (or I can ask you. 🙂 ) Will have to remember this for my next trip out there. 🙂
Sunchowder says
July 22, 2012 at 6:58 pmJust breathtaking!!! It it is so wonderful that you were able to enjoy this time with your family and I am so sure you will cherish these times forever.
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
July 22, 2012 at 9:33 pmYay, I'm so happy you're sharing more photos with us. I could look at pictures of Italy all day! 🙂
Una Semplice Passione says
July 22, 2012 at 10:07 pmAmazing pictures Lora! When I see this I miss Italy more than ever! But it's great to read your stories about it.
Lyndsey Chapin says
July 22, 2012 at 10:17 pmThese are beautiful photos! It takes me away!
anniebakes says
July 22, 2012 at 11:52 pmThank you for sharing your photos, it looks like a truly lovely place to be! anne
Brian @ A Thought For Food says
July 23, 2012 at 4:12 amLooks like a lovely place to have a relaxing meal!
Ellen B Cookery says
July 23, 2012 at 1:27 pmI just love the landscaping. What beautiful pictures!
Baker Street says
July 24, 2012 at 7:15 amI love travel stories and your pictures really tell one beautifully 🙂
Lisa says
July 25, 2012 at 10:49 amBeautiful and mouth watering photos, Lora. Your photos really do tell a story. I'd call it 'A Perfect Day' 🙂