A Dreamy Afternoon Getaway

Today, on this gloomy, wet, Wednesday afternoon here in Montreal, I need something that will revitalize and cheer me up. I think a little dream travel to my favourite part of the world is just what I need. So, if anyone wants to join me, I’m off for a little fun browsing in, where else but Venice…


My first absolute ‘must go to’ stop is at Zora da Venezia. http://www.zoradavenezia.com/zdv01/ Zora’s creations are all made from murano glass and gold. What a luxurious place! Think I’ll pick up a beautiful fruit piece- (all of them original creations)





Then there’s the colorful antique market in Campo San Maurizio filled with outdoor goodies as well as indoor shops filled with precious wonders.
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Oh and there’s this other precious find in San Giorgio Dei Greci- I love the Byzantine artefacts in this place…ahhh





I’m not one for bugs, but this little nook, right off the Palazzo Ducale, makes these prehistoric insects, butterflies and fossils look like collectible gems…I’m almost tempted… Buzz on in…





For a mask lover like me, there’s no way I’d miss Gerrino Lovato’s creations http://www.mondonovomaschere.it/artista.htm. He makes the most astounding masks the old traditional way. I love the display in his bottega Mondonovo...





There’s so much more to see. But I’m satisfied for now. Time for a little cappuccino at the all time favourite, Café Florian….











I feel so much better now…




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