Un Giardino Molto Bello

 

Buon giorno,

Rain was in the forecast for the afternoon, but it arrived early. No worries.  I always carry an umbrella, and it's warm.  It was also dry when I set out for Il Giardino Giusti. I left the historic center for a more real people neighborhood and crossed the Adige. I easily found my target and obtained a ticket.  

The garden is the main attraction, but there are also period rooms--my favorite!  The Giusti Family were wool merchants from Tuscany and originally used the land for textile production.  In the Sixteenth Century Agostino Guisti, having achieved a noble status, required a palazzo to reflect it. The family and its subsequent members were people of taste as well as wealth, and I think the palazzo and garden are my favorite sight in Verona so far. I'll let the photos tell the tale.

                                            

It was even more gorgeous in person.

Apero consists of meaty green olives--described as dolce, which I guess means not too salty? and the usual almonds and Prosecco. For anyone interested good Prosecco is easily obtained in the United States. Look for a DOP designation. It should not be expensive. If you come across a pricey Prosecco, leave it on the shelf and keep looking.  I also obtained some prosciutto de San Daniele. OK not from the Veneto, but the ultimate in Parma style ham. You can find this in the United States, but it's expensive.

Dinner is ravioli with ricotta and herbs, dressed with garlic and doused with olive oil. It's good, especially when accompanied with Prosecco.

Ciao for now