Senti. (Listen). I need new shoes. Need. I do not mean “need” in the metaphorical “it would be nice to have” sense. I mean I actually for once in my life really need new shoes. In the past six weeks, I have thrown away four pairs, and this is not sustainable. Thankfully, I am back […]
Tag Archives: trastevere
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Mar
Mar
The thrill and the tragedy of expat life are one in the same: you are not from here. The irresistible draw of “not-from-here” is what drives many to travel or settle abroad. When you are an expat, you can take pride in your not-from-here-ness. You wear it like a badge of honor. You revel in […]
01
Sep
Sep
Freni e Frizioni is a bar in Rome’s Trastevere area with a great vibe, strong cocktails and free food.
09
Aug
Aug
On my first trip to Rome, I was terrified of the city because I was almost hit by a motorino on the sidewalk. Sidewalks, riding the wrong way down one way streets, holding umbrellas while driving in the rain, cell phones jammed into helmets for a cheap handsfree solution? I’ve seen it all. But, when […]
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Jun
Jun
I avoid restaurants in Rome that advertise some kind of “Pizza + Water + Coffee = 12 Euro!” I’d advise you to do the same… and to keep a look out for this sign that is always hanging in Trastevere.
16
Jan
Jan
The most famous church in Trastevere is by far the Basilica di Santa Maria. Santa Maria is beautiful, but my favorite is Santa Cecilia: On my way to dinner once, I wandered past Santa Cecilia just as the bells were ringing. They stopped me in my tracks, and I joined a small crowded that had gathered […]
16
Jan
Jan
Cacio e pepe is a Roman dish, it is also the best “macaroni and cheese” that you will ever eat. This is the dish that reminds me of home, even though making comparisons to Kraft dinners is probably sacrilege. Cacio is a Roman cheese, and pepe is simply black pepper. Throw that on top of […]
Books, wine, and chocolate may very well be my three favorite things in the world. In that order. Being able to have all three at the same time? I want to go to there. There is a bar in the Trastevere area of Rome that has hit upon the trifecta: putting a bar in a […]