We just couldn't be this close to Villa Balbianello and not go to see it again. We thought about walking but thought better of it and took the motorboat.
A tour of the buildings was just leaving, so off we went. Such a gorgeous location!
Our tour guide was a darling young girl. She was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable.
We wandered around the grounds a little after the tour and then headed back to our hotel.
Dinner this evening was at Santo Stefano, a tiny little place with a good reputation.
My pasta course was great - gorgonzola and melon. Sounds like a strange combination, but I loved it.
My secondi was a veal chop with butter and sage. Bill had a veal chop too, but his was breaded and fried. Both were very good.
We shared a semifreddo with amaretto for dessert.
Comments (2)
Nancy, the pasta is intriguing. I would have tried it too as I love taking changes on new culinary treats!
Posted by Jane | September 7, 2009 9:09 PM
Posted on September 7, 2009 21:09
I just love Villa Balbianello! Have you ever seen A Month by the Lake? It was filmed at Villa Balbianello. The movie was ok but I loved the setting.
Ooohhh and anything with butter and sage!! Yum!!
Posted by girasoli | September 8, 2009 9:49 PM
Posted on September 8, 2009 21:49