February 11, 2010

We are pleased to announce we have a new name.... Mercato Italian Antiques and Artifacts. Since we specialize in offering a wide variety of antiques and artifacts personally sourced in Italy, the new name and logo better reflect how our business has evolved over the last year six years. We are the same people excited to share with you the great things we have found and learned on our travels. We think you will like the new look.

October 8, 2009

September 3, 2009

July 30, 2009

For everyone that attended, I hope you enjoyed the afternoon with Sarah Dunant. She is an amazing writer and captivating as a speaker.

Many of you requested recipes of the dishes we served. I promise to get those to you soon!

June 20, 2009

This summer my family and I have enjoyed many evenings dining outdoors, or "alfresco" as the Italians refer to it. Friends join us often for these evenings as well. It really is the best way to unwind and enjoy life.

One of those friends recently returned from a family vacation in Italy where they had a wonderful time. Here are a couple of pictures from the trip. I particularly like the one of her children waiting to enjoy an authentic Italian meal alfresco. Hopefully an experience they will remember forever.

June 5, 2009

We are really looking forward to Sarah Dunant’s 2nd visit to our store on July 27th at 1:00 PM. Sarah is the International Bestselling Author of THE BIRTH OF VENUS and IN THE COMPANY OF THE COURTESAN which have received major acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic.

May 30, 2009

Inspiration comes in many forms. Sometimes in the form of fun and entertainment. The recent 5th annual Art Tougeau parade in downtown Lawrence Kansas was a great display of “thinking outside of the box”. I am thankful that there are people who put together events like this! Bikes and cars are decorated and onlookers can admire and even laugh at the creativity of the participants in the parade.

Here’s Ian, a friend’s son. Great job Ian!

This is how you surf in Kansas…..

May 22, 2009

Discovering that apes practically rule in Gibralter is only the beginning. Have fun and go discover the world.

Love,
Mom

May 15, 2009

May 8, 2009

Last year I planted a few dianthis plants in between the stones of our backyard terrace area. This year they came back stronger and more vibrant than ever. This particular one I see every morning while enjoying a cup of coffee and reading the newspaper. Simple pleasure.