I was fascinated by the ancient public fountains/water taps we encountered in every big city and little village. A constant stream of cold water flowing out to wash your hands and face, as well as drink. When I asked C where this water came from, he looked at me like I was an alien, did his signature shoulder shrug, and gave me the "MEH! From an aqueduct!" or "MEH! From a mountain!" The laughing faces are in Rome and the snakes are in a town in Calabria called Stilo.
Showing posts with label Rome. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rome. Show all posts
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Does water count as food?
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Sprizz
This one's for you, Michael... The Sprizz.
Take some prosecco, club soda and a dash of Aperol for a refreshing summer aperitif that'll put everyone in good spirits. Even better with a side of savoury mini treats.
Breakfast in Rome
So it's not the healthiest of breakfasts, but what the hell? I'm on vacation! I liked this bakery so much I had to eat there twice in two days. Croissants filed with cream or chocolate and a hot foamy cappuccino to wash it down. For C, he prefers the latte di mandorla- almond milk.
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Gina
{Carlo posting about Gina restaurant}
In the heart of it all, yet away from it all, is my favourite Roman woman: Honest Gina. If you want a little break from those annoying tourists who don't know their way around and look like they're getting ready to climb Mt. Everest with their fanny packs and sandals, then head over for a refreshing and light lunch. Gina makes tasty salads and offers seasonal fruit and good ice cream. This place is full of Roman business people talking about set design, fashion shows and their favourite matriciana, so in other words, Roman urban hipsters. Next time you're near the Spanish Steps, definitely check it out. The two salads we had were: tuna with hard boiled egg, and apple, walnut and goat cheese. For dessert, seasonal fruit- one with ice cream and the other with yogurt.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Roman Holiday
Okay, so it's only a 2 day Roman holiday before heading down to the deep south of Italy. But C said that since we are in Rome, we have to partake in a summertime Roman tradition- eating watermelon from a watermelon stand on the side of the road. These are watermelons of Latina, a city just outside of Rome. We went for a watermelon run at 10pm to quench my thirst from the salty Roman cuisine. Just for the record, that's what C told me- that Roman cuisine tends to be salty. Maybe that's why these people need to eat so much watermelon.
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