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I’m far from knowledgeable about wines and have always been intimated by the world of wine. Trying to get my head around the aromas, flavors, colors, appellations, and perlage of a wine, just to name a few, have my head swirling even before the first sip. But that’s what’s piqued by interest in wine. Its complexity is fascinating ... Read More »
Author Archives: Diana
30 Places to Eat in Rome: Insiders reveal their favorites
November 12, 2015
Researching the best places to eat in Rome? We’ve done the work for you! We know that not all restaurants in Rome are created equal, so we reached out to local and Rome-based experts who have generously shared some of their favorite places to eat in the city. From street food to Michelin-starred restaurant, there’s just ... Read More »
Journey through Ancient Rome with Viaggio nei Fori
September 3, 2015
If you are in Rome before November 1st, this is certainly worth a visit as virtual reconstructions bring to life Ancient Rome. Very impressed by a similar and more permanent project at Le Domus Romane at Palazzo Valentini, we took advantage of a quiet Rome in August to see the projects by Viaggio nei Fori. Updated: ... Read More »
Things to do in Rome: Dine with locals
May 18, 2015
By Keane Li It’s an undeniable fact that one of the top things to do in Rome is eat, but food is more than putting delicious delicacies in your mouth; cuisine is about getting to know the people and the culture. This is why dining-with-locals company BonAppetour is such a great option; you can arrange a ... Read More »
A Golden Opportunity to Visit the Domus Aurea, Nero’s Golden House
April 25, 2015
The Domus Aurea on Colle Oppio, built on land confiscated by Nero after the infamous fire of 64 A.D, was part of a complex spanning 80 hectares. Overlooking four hills with beautiful gardens and a valley featuring an enormous artificial lake (where the Colosseum now stands), the Golden House undeniably demonstrated grandeur and opulence. The Domus ... Read More »
Lunch at Marzapane
April 16, 2015
We’ve been plotting to eat at Marzapane for a while and finally the stars aligned this week. Kathy from Food Lover’s Odyssey, who often pops into Rome for brief visits, had suggested meeting for lunch at Marzapane near Piazza Fiume (15-minute walk from Termini Station) on her last visit. But for one reason or another that ... Read More »
Weather in Rome: White start to February
February 1, 2015
The pounding was intense and I had no doubt that outside, a hailstorm was raging. I didn’t think much of it as we’ve had hailstorms in the past that are usually short-lived and non-eventful. What was a huge surprise was when I looked out the window to a rare sight this morning: the entire neighborhood blanketed in white ... Read More »
Five Feminine Highlights of Ancient Rome
January 12, 2015
This is a guest post by Susan Van Allen, author of 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go, who has come out with a guide for Italy’s Big Three: “50 Places in Rome, Florence, and Venice Every Woman Should Go.” It takes you to dazzling places in Italy and highlights details that glorifies females. ... Read More »
Bed and Breakfast in Rome: St. Peter’ Six Rooms and Suites
November 7, 2014
I don’t often check out places to stay in Rome as family and friends often end up at my place. However, a few weeks ago a good friend of mine mentioned that one of her high school friends is managing a bed and breakfast near the Vatican, and as an excuse to meet up, we decided to see it ... Read More »
![[Video] Cool experience in Rome: Colosseum at Night](https://www.browsingrome.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Colosseum_Facade.jpg)
[Video] Cool experience in Rome: Colosseum at Night
May 22, 2014
I’ve passed by the Colosseum countless number of times, been inside a handful of times during the day but never had the chance to visit the Colosseum at night. Not until recently. My husband, who’s from Rome, seldom joins me in being a “tourist” in Rome but when we were invited by Walks of Italy ... Read More »