Jun 17

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When in Rome enjoy the Eternal City as the Romans do!

Bar S. Eustachio – Piazza S. Eustachio, 82 www.santeustachioilcaffe.it The best coffee in town celebrated by The New York Times as one of Rome’s tastiest espresso shops!

Caffetteria del Chiostro del Bramante - Arco della Pace, 5 www.chiostrodelbramante.it A very nice bar set inside the beautiful 16th-century Chiostro del Bramante. Good for a tasty brunch on weekends or a cocktail while visiting an Exhibition.  When in Rome | 10 Bars to Enjoy the Eternal City Life

Cul de Sac – Piazza Pasquino, 73 Small but popular wine bar a short stroll from Piazza Navona. Here you will experience a wide selection of wines and eclectic food, especially the liver pâtés in a cozy environment. Outside tables get crowded fast, so arrive early, or come late, as they serve until about 1am.

Doney – Via Veneto, 139 Trendy bar attached to The Westin Excelsior with design furniture’s and a good jazz music selection. The view over the famous Dolce Vita Street is enchanting. The menu features Mediterranean cuisine based on the freshest and lightest ingredients together with innovative vegetarian dishes.

Gina – Via S. Sebastianello, 7/a www.ginaroma.com Fresh, chic and small restaurant with modern design, located a block away from the Spanish Steps and the Villa Borghese gardens. Good at lunch time for salads, cold cuts and traditional Italian food.

Il Gelato di S. Crispino – Via della Panetteria, 42 www.ilgelatodisancrispino.it This small gelateria is one of the best places in town for ice cream; try the signature San Crispino flavor with corbezzolo (wild-strawberry-tree honey from Sardinia). Stop by to get your gelato and then sit by the Trevi Fountain.

Le Pain Quotidien – Via Tomacelli, 24/25 The best place for a healthy breakfast with delicious cakes, bread and pastries baked on the premises. Very friendly service and atmosphere (with large shared wooden tables). Rome Piazza Navona Open Air Cafes 273x300 When in Rome | 10 Bars to Enjoy the Eternal City Life

Obikà – Via dei Prefetti, 26 The only fresh milky mozzarella bar in town, very trendy and good for a long brunch or a quick aperitif. Obika’s selection includes also smoked Mozzarella and a smooth Burrata.  Due to the enormous success opened new branches in Manhattan and London.

Ristorante Caffè Universale – Via delle Coppelle, 16° www.universalecaffe.it In the historical centre of Rome this charming place opens form early morning till night. Here you can enjoy coffee, chocolates, wines and liquors; eat creative dishes and even buy books. Have a look at the video!

Salotto 42 – Piazza di Pietra, 42 www.salotto42.it In front of the Hadrian’s Temple, this retro-modern bar is perfect for a quick lunch, tea or cocktails. Formerly Known for as a “book Bar” for an intellectual elite , it is now one of the trendiest venues of the city for common people and for VIPs.Filled with fashion books and CDs you can relax with a glass of wine taking advantage of huge armchairs and sofas.

When in Rome, wherever you stop to sip your coffee or drink your Campari cocktail do not forget to enjoy the Eternal City by watching people go by!

When in Rome, wherever you stop to sip your coffee or drink your Campari cocktail do not forget to enjoy the Eternal City by watching people go by! Romans in Campo De Fiori 300x233 When in Rome | 10 Bars to Enjoy the Eternal City Life

Look forward to hear your comments!

Ciao from Rome

Nancy Aiello

www.NancyAielloTours.com

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Jun 04

When in Rome…BVLGARI between Eternity & History

Sunday was another sunny day in Rome and decided with my husband Giovanni, to head to the Palazzo delle Esposizioni to attend the exhibition devoted to the Italian Maison Bulgari, one of the leading jewelers in the world.

rome june 4th 1391 300x225 When in Rome...BVLGARI between Eternity & HistoryOnce inside we were truly amazed by the jewels on display! I would say thrilled by the amount and the quality of what was shown to us mortals!!! Precious stones of all kinds were just few inches away from my fingers and my neck… huge yellow diamonds, deep green emeralds, dark red ruby and more colorful stones all mounted on platinum & gold!

We x-rayed every single jewel of the Bulgari collection of nearly 500 objects created between 1884 and 2009 divided in 8 monumental galleries and one central stage starting from silver artefacts manufactured by the founder of the firm, Sotirio Bulgari, a Greek silversmith who settled in Rome in 1881.  The Rome exhibition devotes special attention to some of the most eye catching and famous themes of the Bulgari style such as: ancient Roman and Greek coins mounted in jewelery, snake motifs, the so-called Tubogas and the BVLGARI logo used as a decorative element.

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An entire section is dedicated to La Dolce Vita and the company’s close ties with Hollywood  cinema industry of the 1950s and 1960s.

We were stunned by the spectacular jewels worn by such great Italian movie superstars as Gina Lollobrigida, Sophia Loren & Anna Magnani. The beauty of the Magnani’s collection could be sum up by her 25 carats ‘Tronbin’ diamond finger!!!

For more breathtaking views & more dreams an entire room is the showcase for the extraordinary Bulgari collection belonging to the great  Elizabeth Taylor: enormous emeralds and sapphires in magnificent diamond surrounds characterize the celebrated jewels of her love story with Richard Burton, started in Rome during the filming of Cleopatra.

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After a couple of hours of strolling around women’s best friend and companions we decided to take a look at the newly open Colonna Rooftop Bar & Restaurant.

Again we were impressed by the quality of the offer & the attention to design which really caught our eye. The place is open daily from midday to midnight offering the best of the roman cuisine engineered with a new approach.

All in all another wonderful day in Rome!

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Useful Websites: www.palazzoesposizioni.it www.opencolonna.it

Ciao from Rome!

Nancy Aiello

www.NancyAielloTours.com

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Nancy Aiello Tours is a custom Italy tour planning company that provides private guided tours of Rome, Vatican, Florence, Venice and Italy hidden gems for the demanding value conscious travelers and Italy first timers alike.

Nancy Aiello Tours takes great pride in providing a wide range of Italy travel services, offering guests the opportunity to combine private walking tours and limo tours with Italian culinary tours and Rome cooking classes, shopping and Italy museum tours with private licensed tour guides. “Tourism has to be creative by understanding the needs of the travelers.” I personally believe creative tourism should supplement cultural tourism.

A memorable journey to Italy must go beyond just sightseeing. Our Rome, Vatican, Florence, Amalfi, Venice and Tuscany private tours are particularly focused on cultural exposure and people-to-people interactions. The depth of your experience is greatly enhanced through our exclusive culturally enriching experiences.

Please, let us know how we can assist you in making your Italy vacation an unforgettable memory of a lifetime.

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