‘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 […]
Before I moved to Rome, I will readily admit that my knowledge and appreciation of modern art was virtually non-existent. Over the last 3 years, that has changed, thanks in no small way to the appeal of GNAM’s elegant, spacious, and airy exhibition space. Situated on the north edge of Villa Borghese, a visit here […]
So, I must admit that when I was asked to cover the African art exhibit at the MAXXI National Museum of 21st-century arts, I was beyond excited. My immediate thought was what am I going to wear? Never one to miss out on a good fashion opportunity, this seemed like the perfect occasion to pull […]
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 […]
Staying in hostels in Rome isn’t just about saving money. It’s also about experiencing unique accommodations and connecting with other travelers. The good news is since Rome is such a hotspot for tourism, there’s no shortage of hostels to consider during your trip to Italy. The not-so-great news is it can be difficult to determine […]
“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 […]
Mention the name Canaletto and richly detailed and carefully composed views of eighteenth century Venice will spring into most people’s minds. Certainly, his paintings remain much admired centuries after their creation, as well as being instantly recognizable and vividly evoking the age and society in which they were painted. Canaletto (real name: Giovanni Antonio Canal) […]
Tonight I am heading to the heart of Testaccio, one of the beloved by roman foodies neighborhoods; the appointment will be at Giulietta’s in Piazza dell’Emporio – a newborn from a coast of Romeo Chef&Baker by Cristina Bowerman and Fabio Spada. A series of mobile blocks dangle beautifully from the hall’s ceiling, drawing playful […]
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 […]
For those of you whose hearts sink at the thought of facing the hordes of people around the Coliseum, Trevi Fountain, or other “Top 10 sights” in Rome; let me entice you away to a calm, tranquil, and above all, largely undiscovered spot. Tucked away in a residential area northeast of Villa Borghese, the area […]