An old movie theater in Rome’s Trastevere neighborhood has been brought back to life as a cool music venue and bar known as Alcazar Live.
Category Archives: Rome
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Feb
Feb
Frappe and Castagnole are desserts made from fried dough that are only available in Rome during Carnevale – the period before Lent.
05
Feb
Feb
Eating out in the center of Rome can be fraught with risks. Will you be lucky enough to stumble upon a good meal? Or will your lackluster dinner be punctuated with the din of a microwaved plate and hidden charges? But reliable restaurants do exist even in the more trafficked areas and I am always […]
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Jan
Jan
From wine tastings to stunning sculptural exhibits, there are plenty of February 2018 Events in Rome to keep you busy during the shortest month of the year.
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Jan
Jan
One of my favorite art museums in Rome has long been Galleria Borghese. My first trip took awhile because the museum is so popular that you MUST book tickets in advance to be granted two hours of admission to wander the decorated halls. While it takes a tiny bit of planning to visit, I always […]
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Jan
Jan
I am so hungry after watching Vice’s Rome episode of The Pizza Show. I’m also seriously happy with the pizzerie that they chose to feature. The pizza they talk about and taste really is some of the best in Rome. The locations profiled include: Antico Forno Roscioli Emma Sbanco (with Stefano Callegari, who is also […]
24
Jan
Jan
The newest Roscioli project, the Roscioli Caffe is located two doors down from the namesake restaurant. The storefront is a so narrow that it is really easy to walk past. I speak from experience. However, the tiny coffee shop packs a serious punch in the center of Rome. The cafe quickly gained a reputation for […]
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Jan
Jan
UPDATE 2022: Sadly closed Located behind the Colosseum, Rome’s BrewDog is in an ideal spot to enjoy a pint. Filled with exposed brick and high tables, the pub has a buzzing atmosphere. You might recognize the craft beer – which is Scottish rather than Italian. Available beers are listed on a large blackboard, and there’s […]