Step into The Sweet Life—where every day at La Fortezza ends deliciously!

Step into The Sweet Life—where every day at La Fortezza ends on a delicious note.

Join us for an author talk with Annette Joseph, celebrating her newest book, The Sweet Life at La Fortezza: Italian Desserts and Interiors from My Home in Tuscany, a love letter to Italian dolci and the rituals that make them so memorable. Think delicate breakfast cakes, seasonal jam tarts, creamy custards, and luscious semifreddo—followed by pillowy cheesecakes, silky panna cotta, and house-made digestivi that nod to Italy’s rich tradition of savoring something sweet, slowly and well.

Beyond dessert, Annette will share what life in Tuscany is really like—from running a bed and breakfast and restoring an Italian home to navigating real estate, community, and the rhythms of everyday life. It’s a candid look at the practical and poetic sides of living in Italy, and the small details that make la dolce vita more than just a phrase.

And yes—there will be treats. We’ll be serving a few desserts inspired by the book during the event, so you can taste the magic as you hear the stories behind it.

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