San Crispino is a must stop when it comes to sampling the best gelato in Rome, which is why one of my first ever blog posts after moving to here was a rave review of their lemon gelato. Those on an Eat, Pray, Love quest always find themselves at San Crispino. Elizabeth Gilbert immortalized the gelateria […]
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I love my Roman apartment. I am 99.9% ready to sign another year lease tomorrow. But there is just that 0.01% of me that wishes I lived here: Fun tip that I heard recently: If you are trying to select an apartment in Rome, make sure it is on the fourth floor or above. That […]
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Piazza Navona is a must-see in Rome. The famous square hosts some of the most beautiful fountains in Rome. Though, one Roman man tried to do some serious damage to the Moor Fountain at the south end of Piazza Navona last week. In addition to countless art sellers, the Brazilian embassy and plenty of tourists, […]
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My weather optimism came too soon. We just got back from a quick trip to Prague where it was a delicious 24 C/ 75 F. When we left Rome, the city was an unbearable 39 C/ 102 F but it felt cooler when we stepped off the plane Wednesday evening. I was wrong. It is […]
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The red light means the priest is in. I really wanted to get the priest himself in the shot because I am 90% sure he dozed off while waiting for someone to unburden their sins in Santa Maria Maggiore, but that 10% uncertainty held me back.
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Freni e Frizioni is a bar in Rome’s Trastevere area with a great vibe, strong cocktails and free food.
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There is something about being in the hot, windless oven that is a Roman apartment in August that makes you want to go outside. We’ve reached the point in August where outside is just as hot and just as windless, but there’s still something to be said for trying to trick yourself into think it’s […]
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Every time I walk by an Initimissimi, I slow down. It’s hard not to! There are revolving mannequin torsos spinning at a tantalizing speed, showcasing the latest in Italian lingerie. But really, I’m interested in the men’s options. They are hilariously inappropriate and featured front and center. For more underwear click here.