BrowsingRome Blogging about my experiences and sharing my thoughts about Rome, Italy and beyond
This is the name of a new bakery in Rome which features American desserts. My sister is in Rome and she was craving for carrot cake. As we were in the Prati area, I remember a friend telling me that there’s a new American bakery around there. The last time I stopped by there were ... Read More »
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Leonardo Express
December 31, 2010
A few days ago, my sister was taking the Leonardo Express from Termini to the airport in Fiumicino. As my husband was at work and I prefer not to drive in Rome, this was the best option for her. Termini is undergoing some renovations at this time and there are many diversions so just follow ... Read More »
Popular areas for shopping in Rome
December 28, 2010
A quick overview of the popular areas for shopping in Rome. This is one city that manages to combine small individual shops with the ultimate fashion houses and a scattering of high street megastores so there is something for every visitor to enjoy. The most interesting shops can usually be found off the beaten track ... Read More »
Santa Severa – A day trip from Rome
July 23, 2010
With rising temperatures in Rome, everyone is headed to the seaside. This includes me as I took a day trip to Santa Severa to visit my nieces and also to get a break from the heatwave. Santa Severa is located north of Rome and from what I have been told that the further away you ... Read More »
A few days in Rome, Italy
June 13, 2010
Recently, many friends and family have expressed an interest in visiting Rome and Italy. I already have my ‘guest room’ booked for a week at the end of August and September. I believe there will be few more bookings coming our way. No, I am not a travel agent nor do I have a bed ... Read More »
Parking signs in Rome
May 23, 2010
If you are planning to drive in Rome, you not only have to get used to the way they drive here but also understand what the parking signs are trying to say. On Friday night, we went to Testaccio for dinner and were worried about parking as it’s a place which is known for it’s ... Read More »
Ethnic food in Rome
May 23, 2010
On Friday, a friend invited us to dinner to celebrate her husband’s birthday. The restaurant is called Ketumbar in Testaccio. We were told that it was a Mediterranean restaurant which definitely caught my attention because this could cover anything from Italian to Moroccan food. As we got there early, we took a look at the ... Read More »
A quiet Piazza Venezia?
May 14, 2010
All roads in Rome seem to lead to the Piazza Venezia which had been the hub of the city’s road network since 1881. So, it’s always a not a surprise when you see traffic stuck in every direction around Piazza Venezia. However,if you are an early bird and head out before the crowd hits, you ... Read More »
Shopping in Rome – Via del Corso
May 10, 2010
People who come to Rome are very familiar with Via dei Condotti as many famous brands have their retail shops located here. However, besides the branded goods, there are many other places to shop which offer quality products. Very close to Via dei Condotti you will find many shops along Via del Corso. Via del ... Read More »
Quick bites in Rome – Il Fornaio
May 1, 2010
As I usually work through lunch, I often just drop by a shop to get a quick bite. Many people here in Rome do the same especially this time of the year as they would rather spend a part of their lunch break walking around and enjoying the outdoors. If you are by Piazza Navona ... Read More »