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With the weather getting warmer in Rome, it’s the perfect time to start working outdoors. On top of that, summer is coming up fast. When I heard there would be a bootcamp in March with Coach G I was eager to try it out. I have heard about bootcamps from my sister who has attended ... Read More »
Enjoying Tuscan Food
March 8, 2012
While we only spent a night in Tuscany, we sure had our share of heavenly Tuscan food. We had told our friends we would get there for lunch and despite getting lost, we somehow managed to show up at a decent time for lunch. Since it was a beautiful, warm, sunny day, it was only ... Read More »
Glimpse of 3 Tuscan Towns in 24 Hours
March 6, 2012
This past weekend, as we spent time with friends in Tuscany, we also visited 3 Tuscan towns we have never been too before. It’s unfortunate that we are always short on time and only manage a glimpse of them. However, a glimpse and stroll through these Tuscan towns are nonetheless fascinating. I can’t put my ... Read More »
Panna Cotta Recipe with a Fusion Touch
March 2, 2012
As I had guests over last weekend for dinner, I was looking for a fusion dessert and when I saw the black sesame panna cotta recipe by Michael Laiskonis, the former pastry chef at Le Benardin, I knew this was it. However, I had to improvise as I didn’t have black sesame paste and had ... Read More »
Attraction in Rome: Palazzo Valentini
February 28, 2012
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 »
Preparing Homemade Asian Meals
February 26, 2012
In Rome, I tend to cook Italian food at home more frequently than Asian meals. For whatever reason, I just find it easier to cook Italian meals as I feel there is less prep work. Nonetheless, I would occasionally prepare Asian meals and did so the past two weekends when we had guests over for ... Read More »
Attraction in Rome: St. Peter in Chains
February 24, 2012
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 »
My Blog Was Hacked: Nightmare!
February 21, 2012
Last week my blog was hacked! What a nightmare. Before I continue, I would like to thank everyone who had sent me a message advising me about the situation. Thank you so much for keeping an eye out for this blog. Also a huge thank you to my husband who spent hours in getting this ... Read More »
Gelato in Rome: Fassi – All Time Favorite
February 20, 2012
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
February 19, 2012
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 »