BrowsingRome Blogging about my experiences and sharing my thoughts about Rome, Italy and beyond
Yes! I have found good authentic Japanese restaurants in Rome. I love Japanese food but when I first moved to Rome and craved for Japanese food, I found there were mainly Chinese restaurants masquerading as Japanese restaurants. How do I know? Well, my knowledge of Mandarin is limited but when I step into a ‘Japanese’ restaurant ... Read More »
Rare baby basking shark spotted off Taranto
February 17, 2011
The basking shark is the world’s second-biggest shark and poses little danger to people. This one was spotted off Southern Italy. [Read more…] Read More »
Woman, 88, passes driving test
February 17, 2011
I thought this is a nice light note to show that it’s never too late to go after something you want. [Read more…] Read More »
Suppli recipe
February 11, 2011
Visitors to Rome love suppli and as per several requests, I have posted the recipe here and the instructions. I have also included a link to a video of how to make suppli. It’s no surprise I just buy it from the shops – I don’t like frying things at home! Anyway, enjoy and share ... Read More »
Soccer: Italy not yet as good as Germany, says Prandelli
February 11, 2011
When Germany scored the first goal we were all moaning. I told my husband that I would be happy to see a draw and that happened. Yes, I am still supporting Italy even when they may not be at their best. Forza Azzurri!! [Read more…] Read More »
Ferrari to use race car’s full name to dodge Ford charge
February 11, 2011
The F1 season hasn’t started yet and there is already some controversy about Ferrari as Ford claims that F150 which is a pick-up was virtually the same as F-150. [Read more…] Read More »
Gelmini Wants Schools to Stay Open on Unification Holiday
February 11, 2011
I honestly don’t think the students here will be happy about this. There has been a lot of discussion about this holiday which will be in March. [Read more…] Read More »
Chinese New Year celebrations in Rome
February 6, 2011
In general, Chinese New Year celebrations in Rome are very low key. This year, it was nice to hear that the Chinese Embassy organized some events at Piazza del Popolo. So we headed there to mainly see the lion dance performances. Thanks to the nice warm and sunny day, there was quite a nice crowd. ... Read More »
Settembrini
January 30, 2011
I was not kidding when I said my next few posts will be about food. Next up for us was Settembrini in the Prati area of Rome. We have read many reviews about this place and since it’s my sister’s last week in Rome, we decided that it was worth a visit. It was already ... Read More »
Urbana 47
January 23, 2011
That’s the name of this restaurant as well as their address. If you are a visitor in Rome and you are not residing in the Monti area, the easiest way to get here is to take Metro B and get off Cavour stop. My sister has been saying she wants to stop by this cafe ... Read More »