European Union citizens who want to live in Italy do not need a visa. Part of the EU community, they are entitled to free movement across any EU country. However, EU citizens must still apply for residency in Italy. In a way, this is a bit of a formality, because EU citizens are guaranteed residency, […]
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Apr
Apr
Update 2019: Unfortunately, Za’atar has closed permanently. When it comes to Roman food, Testaccio is without a doubt the neighborhood you want to be in. In many ways, Testaccio gave rise to some of Rome’s most beloved culinary traditions – particularly offal based dishes known as the quinto quarto (fifth quarter). While the neighborhood is […]
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Apr
Apr
A third wave coffee bar bringing a new vibe to the Vatican area.
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Apr
Apr
Taking a day trip from Rome to Anagni puts you in good historical company. When the city temperatures rose, Rome’s emperors would decamp to this hilly town and other nearby breezy villages such as Palestrina. With a breeze flitting through the green countryside, it is a decided fresh escape from Rome. After the emperors came […]
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Apr
Apr
A long-awaited modern pizzeria lives up to its own hype.
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Apr
Apr
A lovely trattoria serving excellent cucina romana a few steps from the Pantheon.
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Apr
Apr
With the Vatican just down the road, Easter Sunday is a big deal in Rome. However, Easter Monday in Italy is also a national holiday known as Pasquetta (little Easter). The formal name for Easter Monday in Italy is actually Lunedì dell’Angelo. In the Catholic calendar, this Monday holiday recalls the meeting between the women who […]
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Mar
Mar
Oh hello, Spring. It is good to see you. While we begin to toy with the idea of putting our winter coats away, the longer days have brought plenty of April 2018 events in Rome. The month kicks off with Easter, which is a big deal in these parts. The main show will be at the […]