Monday 8 November 2010

Pre-season blues....waiting for the white blanket

It’s a strange time of year to be in a ski resort.  With no snow, skiers or vin chaud in sight the question has to be begged what do you do out of season? We’re quite fortunate as we have a 16-bed chalet to decorate which occupies most of our time, but when we need a break from the monotony of painting we’re learning to discover all the other attractions that Bardonecchia and the surrounding area have to offer.

        In Bardonecchia life carries on after all the snow has melted.  It is a working Italian town with an average population of 3000, which swells to almost double that on the weekends when the fur coats ship in from Turin for their weekly passeggiata (stroll).  Only one hour from Turin by car or 1hour 30mins by train, Bardonecchia is in a perfect location, far enough away from the hustle and bustle of a major city but close enough to take advantage of all it has to offer.  Turin is a hub of culture, shopping and to die for hot chocolate! During the winter season when the calf muscles are screaming for mercy Turin is the ideal break away.  Take a stroll through the many piazzas or stop for lunch along the river Po and admire the view.

        Alternatively, you can soak your tired and aching legs in Bardonecchia’s local swimming pool and wellness spa or just drink through the pain in one of the many on-slope bars.  A great Italian antidote to sore muscles is Bombardino, a hot drink made from Italian eggnog (Vov), brandy, whipped cream and with or without coffee depending on whether you need that extra kick.  
         With snow forecast in the next few days it feels like winter is on its way.  If snowfall is anything like it has been for the last few years then we’re in for another awesome season and our bar will be open with Bombardini at the ready!!!

       

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