Train Ride through Lombardy, Italy

We’re on a train ride through Lombardy, in northern Italy. We’re on our way from Varenna, on Lake Como, to Milano. We had tickets for a train that required a train change in Lecco, but we jumped on a non-stop train when the opportunity presented itself. I was hoping there wouldn’t be any negative repercussions. It’s a short ride to Milano. Maybe the conduttore won’t find his way to our car. Continue reading “Train Ride through Lombardy, Italy”

Travel Letter Extra – Polenta!

Lombardy is a region in northern Italy. It borders Switzerland on the north and extends down south of Milan. Lombardy is polenta country. Polenta is on every menu there, probably in multiple places. It might be part of the main course or a side dish. Either way, they love it in Lombardy.(See also: Train Ride through Lombardy). Continue reading “Travel Letter Extra – Polenta!”