Hi! I’m Maria, an observer of all things Italy. I turn curiosities into stories—especially the unexpected ones.

With an Italian dad from San Michele di Morfasso, a Norwegian mum from Fredrikstad, I grew up in London but have spent the last thirty years living (and overanalyzing) Italian day-to-day life.

I write about Italy and the things you don’t see in the guidebooks—with an eagle eye for detail, a good dose of curiosity, and sometimes, a touch of irony. My background is in visual and written content creation, mostly in the outdoor industry, but these days, my focus is on telling stories that show Italy from a fresh perspective.

This site is my space to share what I write. If you love the unconventional, you’re in the right place.

If you’d like to collaborate—or just chat about food, travel, and unexpected Italian quirks—drop me a message!