Category Archives: Browsing Rome

Sweet Treats near Circo Massimo

Sweet Treats near Circo Massimo

Going to  bootcamp at Circo Massimo may not be so bad after all especially because I have realized there are two really good places to get a treat after a workout.  That’s why we workout right, so that we can indulge once in a while (or more). One offers some lovely variety of pastries which ... Read More »

Taxis in Rome

Taxis in Rome

I don’t often take taxis in Rome as I get around with public transportation but when I do, it’s usually because I absolutely need to. Even going to the airport, it is easier and cheaper to take the Leonardo Express and on top of that you don’t have to worry about traffic. Last week a ... Read More »

Attraction in Rome: Santi Quattro Coronati

Attraction in Rome: Santi Quattro Coronati

This attraction in Rome for me is a haven when you need to get away from the “busy-ness” of the city. While the book, “The Secrets of Rome” describes Santi Quattro Coronati as ” a gigantic fortress appears, powerful…” and the walk up from the Colosseum do give you the sense of this, it’s a ... Read More »

Attraction in Rome: Palazzo Valentini

Attraction in Rome: Palazzo Valentini

What is fascinating about this attraction in Rome is not the Palazzo itself but what lies beneath and how with the use of technology, these ruins are brought to life. I had heard about Palazzo Valentini from my sister-in-law who was arranging a trip for my niece and her classmates. She had mentioned that with ... Read More »

Attraction in Rome: St. Peter in Chains

Attraction in Rome: St. Peter in Chains

This attraction in Rome, St. Peter in Chains (San Pietro in Vincoli) is only a short walk from Colosseum but often overlooked by visitors to the city. I, myself, am guilty as I first heard about St. Peter in Chains from the book  “The Secrets of Rome” which I got as a gift last Christmas.  ... Read More »

Gelato in Rome: Fassi – All Time Favorite

Gelato in Rome: Fassi – All Time Favorite

Better known as Palazzo del Freddo Giovanni Fassi, I think they have one of the best gelato in Rome for classic flavors.  This was one of the first gelateria Luca brought me to and remembered thinking “This gelateria is huge by any standards and the gelato so unbelievably flavorful”. When we have guests visiting us, ... Read More »

Quick Bites in Rome: Lasagnam

Quick Bites in Rome: Lasagnam

As I have mentioned in previous posts, I am usually on the run at lunch and can only get a quick bite. So when I first heard about  Lasagnam from some tweeps (people on Twitter), I had thought about checking it out.  However, life gets in the way and got a friendly reminder when I ... Read More »

Lesser Known Attractions in Rome

Lesser Known Attractions in Rome

This week as I venture out again after 3 weeks of recovering from a bad cold at home, I have listed 7 lesser known attractions in Rome that I would like to visit. This list started while reading the book  The Secrets of Rome by Corrado Augias which was given to me for Christmas.  If ... Read More »

Quick Bites in Rome: Nobel

Quick Bites in Rome: Nobel

Last week I was able to finally meet my sister-in-law for a quick bite at a place she has been wanting to bring me to for quite some time.  She had mentioned several times that they have very good arancini here as well as brioche siciliana. As I have mentioned before, I usually work during ... Read More »

Pizza in Rome: Pizzeria da Simone

Pizza in Rome: Pizzeria da Simone

It’s given that you can get some really good pizza in Rome.  What Rome is well-known for is pizza al taglio or pizza by the slice. It’s not a slice of a round pizza but rather these pizza are rectangular and you can decide how big or small of a slice you want.  You would ... Read More »