When I speak about Florence, and when I mention Gianni Ugolini, I am certain that — whoever I am talking to — the reaction is always the same: “…Ah yes, Gianni!” I have yet to meet a Florentine who does not know Gianni Ugolini. A friend — by now I would say — whom it is difficult to define, so extroverted and creative he is. Brilliant, I would say. (more…)