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This heat wave has been very tough with temperatures well above average in many cities including Rome. It’s expected to last until the end of the week. I sincerely hope so because it’s impossible to be outdoors. [Read more…] Read More »
Tag Archives: Rome
Restaurant in Rome: Ristorante Giovanni ai Bozzi
August 20, 2011
Looking for a restaurant in Rome on Ferragosto (August 15th) is almost a mission impossible. We got back from our trip to Marche that afternoon and as we didn’t have much in the fridge, we decided to go out for dinner. I was actually looking forward to having some meat and called up Bisteak but ... Read More »
Restaurant in Rome: L’Antico Porto
August 12, 2011
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 »
Rome Public Transport: Termini Station
August 10, 2011
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
August 9, 2011
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 »
Opera Night at Rome’s Terme di Caracalla
August 4, 2011
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
August 3, 2011
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 »
BR Briefs – Gap Opens in Rome, Italy
July 30, 2011
I just came back from a walk in Rome town center with a friend who is visiting and guess what I discovered – Gap is now in Rome. We were walking down Via del Corso towards Piazza del Popolo and I spotted it. I was super excited and had to drop in. I have heard ... Read More »
BR Briefs – Le Suite di Via Catone
July 28, 2011
If you are looking for an affordable and well-located accommodation in Rome, a friend of mine is here and has opted to stay at Le Suite di Via Catone for the next few days. He is paying about €100 which for July is a good deal. That’s why I am writing this brief to help ... Read More »
Good Restaurant in Rome: Porto Corallo
May 29, 2011
I have always considered this a good restaurant in Rome and often bring visiting guests here for dinner. Even though they mainly serve seafood, they have a nice variety. The restaurant is located near San Giovanni in Laterano and is close to San Giovanni Metro A stop so quite easy to access by public transportation. ... Read More »