Phoebe Hunt

Florence, London

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Articles

Where to Find the Best Cicchetti in Venice

4 weeks ago | italymagazine.com | Phoebe Hunt

It’s only natural that Venetians would have dreamt up some equally special snacks to be served alongside their region’s iconic cocktails and IGT prosecco. Cicchetti (“chi-ke-tee”) — delightfully small bites that are native to this bewitching city — fill that role readily. Often topped with fish, and usually served on toast or polenta, cicchetti are delicious mouthfuls that can be enjoyed at any time of day.
How To Spend A Weekend In Florence: A Local’s Guide

Jul 23, 2024 | timeout.com | Phoebe Hunt

Florence resident Phoebe Hunt has crafted the perfect 48-hour city break in Tuscany's capital, from culture to pasta.
The very best restaurants in Florence

Jul 21, 2024 | timeout.com | Phoebe Hunt |Silvia Marchetti |Lisa Harvey

Photograph: Antico Ristoro di CambiPhotograph: Antico Ristoro di CambiThe best restaurants in Florence exude elegance and rustic charm (or sell really good sandwiches)Monday 22 July 2024FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by: Silvia Marchetti & Lisa HarveyAdvertisingWhen it comes to Italian food, Florence is where it’s at. This is the birthplace of gelato, bistecca fiorentina, and even vodka pasta, don’t you know?
Review: Trattoria Cibrèo, A Restaurant Of Two Halves In Florence

Jul 21, 2024 | timeout.com | Phoebe Hunt

Whether you're wanting casual dining or something more high end, this spot has you covered for both.
Review: Il Santo Bevitore, One Of Florence’s Most Romantic Restaurants

Jul 21, 2024 | timeout.com | Phoebe Hunt

Get ready to fall in love at this spectacular Firenze spot. Our local writer has the full lowdown.
Sail away: The top Mediterranean yachting destinations for 2024

Jul 7, 2024 | luxurylondon.co.uk | Phoebe Hunt

A week yachting around the Mediterranean, but where to go? With charter holidays opening up endless whitewashed fishing villages, pebbly coves and remote islands to explore, the choice can be a little overwhelming. Time, then, to turn to the experts who spend their lives planning the ultimate yacht charter holidays for first-timers and avid sailors alike.
Scottish islands guide: The best destinations to visit in 2024

Jun 6, 2024 | luxurylondon.co.uk | Phoebe Hunt |Zoe Gunn

Wild and unspoilt, a trip to the Scottish islands is a chance to go off-grid and visit the country’s rugged coastline at its most awe inspiring. With 94 inhabited islands to choose from, most trips begin in the faded Victorian port town of Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland and the jumping-off point for the Hebrides.
The best riads in Marrakech for a spring getaway

Mar 14, 2024 | luxurylondon.co.uk | Phoebe Hunt |Annie Lewis

After the devastating earthquake in 2023, all eyes are on Marrakech as visitors return to Morocco once more, bringing with them the tourist dollars necessary to help the country rebuild. Out of the rubble, a handful of design-led riads and chic guesthouses have opened, while others have been restored to their former grandeur. Like the rest of Morocco, the so-called ‘Red City’ is known for its riads: traditional townhouses built around an open courtyard garden, often with a plunge pool.
I tried Starbucks' divisive olive-oil coffees that are debuting in the US, and they're better than I expected

Jan 30, 2024 | businessinsider.com | Phoebe Hunt

Food In late February, the Oleato line made its debut in Starbucks' Italy locations. Phoebe Hunt Starbucks' new Oleato line features three olive oil-infused coffee beverages. The drinks debuted in Italy in February and arrived to select US locations in March. I'd order the iced drinks again, but I didn't like the taste of olive oil in my hot latte.
24 Hours in Cortina - TravelMag

Jan 22, 2024 | travelmag.com | Phoebe Hunt |Paul Joseph

The Duchess of the Dolomites. The Ceiling of Italy. The Saint Moritz of Italy. However you describe Cortina, it’s undeniably oozing with old-world glamour and classic Italian style. With year-round appeal, the mountain town just two hours from Venice makes for an excellent foray into the Dolomites. Cortina d’Ampezzo, to use the town’s full name, was the forerunner for winter sports in the Italian Dolomites.