Today, we traveled to a land (five lands?) popularized by the patron saint of European travel Rick Steves. We’re staying in the tiny town of Corniglia, the middle city of the five cities that make up Cinque Terre. I was fascinated to learn that one of my favorite pasta sauces (pesto) and one my favorite breads (focaccia) were invented in this region.  I’m really looking forward to eating lots of tasty Italian food. Meanwhile, Valerie is looking forward to the gorgeous coastal hikes that Rick Steves talks about in his books.