Garden Journal

When water gives back room to breathe

On August 7, the long spell of torrid temperatures continues. For the Sesto Fiorentino area, the forecast consulted today gives a high of 38.7 °C and a maximum apparent temperature of 40.9 °C. In the Fantastic Garden diary, the pool becomes the day’s simplest gesture: a swim that cools the body and, for a few minutes, lightens the spirit too.

The scene needs no exaggeration. There is water, shade from the trees and the slower pace imposed by heat. Italy’s Ministry of Health notes that heatwaves call for particular care for vulnerable people: hydration, rest and caution through the middle of the day remain part of responsible hospitality.

As evening arrives, the page changes aroma. Management has named tonight’s speciality as “seafood pizza with torn buffalo mozzarella and extra-virgin olive oil”. The journal preserves that description exactly, adding no unconfirmed ingredients or recipe details: the sea meets soft buffalo mozzarella and a thread of olive oil in a pizza made for tonight’s supper.

Florence today · Radio returns to the square

At 9:00 pm, as part of the municipal Estate in Villa 2026 programme in District 2, “Grillo Swing – La radio nelle Piazze” is scheduled with Compagnia delle Seggiole, one of the cultural events accompanying Florence into the evening.

On this day in Florence · The Dome begins

On August 7, 1420, the worksite for the Dome of Santa Maria del Fiore was officially inaugurated with a “cholezione” banquet for the workers. Construction of the structure continued until 1436: a Florentine undertaking built on organisation, craft and vision.

MET of the day

Keep fresh water and shaded areas ready; advise against exertion in the middle hours; inspect the pool and routes regularly; prepare a simple evening service, moving smoothly from the afternoon pause to pizza at supper.