BrowsingRome Blogging about my experiences and sharing my thoughts about Rome, Italy and beyond
This post on Open Colonna and Open Baladin was written by my sister who was here earlier this year. She was able to check out a good number of places during her two-week visit and while these aren’t necessary her favorite places, here’s her take on these two places to eat in Rome. Open Colonna: ... Read More »
Category Archives: Browsing Rome
Discovering New Places & Food in Rome
October 3, 2012
September was an extremely busy month and I apologize for the lack of updates. While I had to put a lot of things on hold (including writing posts), eating fortunately (or unfortunately), wasn’t one of them. Though time was limited, I was still able to sneak in breakfast with my wonderful friends Gillian and Heather ... Read More »
Crypts, Bones and Catacomb: Creepy? Not Really
September 4, 2012
I have been putting off any visit to catacombs and crypts for a while as I find them creepy to say the least. I think it didn’t help that I was brought up in an Asian family that was superstitious and going underground to a place that was once a burial ground is not something ... Read More »
New Places to Eat in Rome
September 2, 2012
It’s awesome to see some new places opening up in Rome that are located in centro storico (historic centre). What’s even more important is that the food and prices are decent. I have also included two gelaterie in this listing as they deserve the mention. Except for the couple of weeks I was in Sicily, ... Read More »
More Options Than You Think – From Rome to Amalfi Coast
July 31, 2012
Last month when Gillian told me that she would be taking the bus from Rome to the Amalfi Coast, it sure got my attention. I usually only go to Positano with Luca by car and had never thought of alternatives as they seem too complicated. I was keen to hear about Gillian’s experience because if ... Read More »
Handy tips on taking the train from Rome to Florence
July 26, 2012
Taking the train from Rome to Florence is simply so convenient that we had not doubt this was how we will get there for our tour of Florence. Now that there are two train operators that get you from Rome to the center of Florence, it really doesn’t make sense to drive there unless you ... Read More »
First Step – Getting to Rome
July 12, 2012
You’ve heard the saying that “All roads lead to Rome” and thanks to the progress made since Roman times, getting to Rome is now not only limited to roads! While the most convenient way for most travelers is by air, traveling by train to Rome has become increasingly popular in Europe. Here are some known ... Read More »
Attraction in Rome: Basilica di Santo Stefano Rotondo
July 6, 2012
A few weeks ago, as I was in Celio, I dropped by Santo Stefano Rotondo to get some relief from the heatwave that we have been experiencing in Rome. What’s wonderful about this Basilica is that there is usually hardly any visitors here. Its tranquil grounds is welcoming, a huge contrast to the gruesome frescoes ... Read More »
Gelato Shop and More on Via della Croce
June 25, 2012
It’s summer and it should come as no surprise that I am writing a post on yet another gelato shop. Just as I was headed to Piazza della Spagna a few days ago, I got a message on Twitter from Frances Mayes suggesting Venchi. This was in reply to a post I had shared on ... Read More »
The Beehive in Rome – A Safe Haven from Home
June 22, 2012
After several attempts, I finally had the opportunity to meet the lovely Linda who co-owns The Beehive in Rome with her husband Steve. With the bloggers meet up held at The Beehive early this month, I got the chance to sit down and chat with Linda (and her beautiful girls). Located just a stone’s throw ... Read More »