Monthly Archives: August 2011

Fresh Pasta Recipe: Pici

I was surprised when I read how easy it was to make this fresh pasta recipe.  So instead of cleaning the house, I decided to make it.  It has been a while since I made fresh pasta and the reason is because now that I am living in Italy, it’s easier to buy them. However, ... Read More »

Restaurant in Rome: L’Antico Porto

I have heard this restaurant in Rome mentioned several times but I never had the chance to check it out until last week when a friend was in town. We were going to visit Castel Sant’Angelo in the evening and before heading there, we decided to first have dinner.  L’Antico Porto is about 10-15 minutes ... Read More »

Italy on ‘right track’ after beating world champs Spain

We were watching this match from half time and I was surprised to see that it was 1-1 at that time.  To be fair, the goal that Italy scored touched a defender so there was some luck involved too.  They play again tonight and let’s see if Italy is really on the right track.  [Read ... Read More »

Rome Public Transport: Termini Station

If you are planning to take Rome’s public transport, please keep in mind that there are renovations going on in Termini Station.  There are signs everywhere to get you to Metro A or B lines but it can be confusing.  However, staff, usually in yellow or orange jackets, are present to help you. To be ... Read More »

BR Briefs – August in Rome

While I personally love spending August in Rome, I wouldn’t recommend friends to visit us during this period. Not only because it’s hot but most shops are closed. Yes, it’s true that there is less traffic and you can find parking everywhere but on the other hand, some shops are closed for almost the entire ... Read More »

Sagra dei Stringozzi in Casperia

We weren’t originally going to Casperia for the Sagra but instead to visit my brother-in-law who was spending the week there.  However, the day we were, there was the Sagra dei Stringozzi. What’s a Sagra?  It’s basically a festival and there are usually about food!  While there were flyers all over Casperia about this Sagra, ... Read More »

Opera Night at Rome’s Terme di Caracalla

A friend had indicated his interest in coming to Rome and asked us to check if there were any Operas during this stay.  As it is summer, some operas are held outdoors at the Terme di Caracalla and when we checked, we opted for Tosca. I have been to Terme di Caracalla before but at ... Read More »

Summer Nights At Rome’s Castel Sant’Angelo

Summer Nights At Rome’s Castel Sant’Angelo

A friend is here in Rome this summer and wanted to visit Castel Sant’Angelo.  I have never been there before and was game to visit it with him.  I decided to see if we could get a guide to show us around the place. The reason is because in the past I felt it would ... Read More »