Rinascente – if you’re familiar with Italy and you love shopping, then you’ve likely heard of it. This Italian shopping center is more than a mall; it’s more like a luxury New York Macy’s dedicated to the finest in men’s and women’s fashion, household items, wellness products, and more. Just last year, Roman residents flooded […]
Rome is known for having rather heavy cuisine, with dishes such as pasta alla carbonara, alla gricia, and all ‘amatriciana; all of which feature guanciale (pork cheek) and plenty of the pungent and unmistakable pecorino romano; being among the most common and popular in restaurants. And justifiably so. Not only are they delicious but they are intrinsically […]
Casa Coppelle is a familiar echo of Fellini’s masterpiece The Dolce Vita, where you find yourself whisked to the place itself, tailing the events of Marcello Rubini, the paparazzi, and the seductive Sylvia, Emma and Steiner, meanwhile capturing precious glimpses of Rome in the 1960s. A short walk from the Pantheon, situated in Piazza delle […]
The Jewish Quarter in Rome is a world of its own, an enclave built by the constraints of a dark history. But since it has become an inviting and elegant corner in Rome, attracting both locals and tourists. It is located just off the busy Lungotevere de’ Cenci street running along the Tiber River. The […]
Rhinoceros, an amazing art space, opened on 13th October 2018 in the heart of classical Rome, between the Velabro, The Palatine Hill, and the Mouth of Truth. Rhinoceros Palace, itself, which is a total of 3,500 square meters, was designed and furnished by the French architect Jean Nouvel over eight years of work. The project was […]
‘the nymphs drink ambrosia (the gods’ nectar) and satyrs pursue all voluptuousness and fluttering silk. Come, walk with us, celebrate pleasure and live in freedom’ The National Gallery of Modern Art of Rome is a marvelous building; one of many in the city thatmakes you stop, stare, and be amazed by the great power […]
Most people have fantasies about quitting their boring desk jobs, buying a one-way ticket, and moving abroad. Yes, mingling with locals, learning a new language and being immersed in an exotic new culture may seem like a charming life, but not everyone is cut out to be an expat. If you are considering moving abroad […]
“We work with and for food; and for us [this event] is one of the highest artistic expressions that involves the five senses.” Every year in September, the impressive Hanging Gardens at the Parco della Musica Auditorium becomes the venue for the Taste of Roma food festival. Over four days, the city’s top chefs preside […]
I frantically packed my tattered suitcase the night before my flight to Italy, while simultaneously trying to learn the whole Italian language. I normally spend weeks, even months, planning a trip to a new country; but in the case of my first Italian holiday, I was woefully unprepared. Not all of us have the […]
While walking through the Via Tiburtina, an old green van welcomes you to this amazing hidden gam in San Lorenzo. Do not miss this chance and just around the corner take a few steps along the lane. Especially if you like chocolate! SAID dal 1923 is one of the oldest chocolate factory in […]