Author Archives: Diana

Piadina: Italian Bread Recipe

Piadina: Italian Bread Recipe

The piadina, an Italian flatbread, is so easy to make that there’s no excuse not to make them at home.  I first had a taste of piadina on my first trip to Senigallia a few years ago and my first thought were that they were like tortilla. Since then, we always get a piadina when ... Read More »

Saturday at Lake Bracciano

Saturday at Lake Bracciano

After much discussion about buying a catamaran, we finally went to Lake Bracciano last Saturday with a friend to check out two catamarans which were for sale . As the weather had turned from summer to autumn overnight, I was not keen at all about getting into “icy” water but going to Bracciano itself was ... Read More »

BR Briefs – Addicted to Amaretti

BR Briefs – Addicted to Amaretti

Since my first visit to the kosher bakery in the Ghetto on the tour with Context Travel, I have made an effort to drop by every week for the amaretti.  They are delicious with a slight crunch as you bite into it but then realize it’s actually soft, chewy and a serious dose of almonds. ... Read More »

Things to do in Rome, Italy: Eating Italy Food Tours

Things to do in Rome, Italy: Eating Italy Food Tours

There are many things to do in Rome, Italy that you are often spoilt for choice.  It’s always a difficult decision as to what to see and do when time is limited.  First-time visitors to Rome often schedule a pack day of sightseeing and it’s only natural to do so as you want to make the ... Read More »

Easy Italian Dessert Recipe: Ciambelline al Vino

Easy Italian Dessert Recipe: Ciambelline al Vino

I am not sure if ciambelline al vino can be classifed as an Italian dessert as it’s perfect for anytime of the day. Last Christmas, some friends gave us some ciambelline al vino and as it was the holiday season I indulged on them. Recently, I decided to see if I can make some ciambelline ... Read More »

More Gelato in Rome: New Favorite Gelateria

More Gelato in Rome: New Favorite Gelateria

There’s more gelato in Rome than you can even imagine.  However, not all gelato are made equal. Thanks to Katie Parla, who had a gelato aperitivo event at Il Gelato, I discovered this gelateria. I wasn’t able to attend the event and had every intention to visit this gelateria the first opportunity I had. As ... Read More »

Gelato in Rome: Gelateria del Teatro

Gelato in Rome: Gelateria del Teatro

Autumn maybe around the corner but it’s still warm enough to get a gelato in Rome.  For those who love gelato, myself included, seasons are not even a factor.   There’s never a wrong season for gelato in Rome! Gelato in Rome: Gelateria del Teatro As a “plain Jane”, I often lean towards classic flavors ... Read More »