Monthly Archives: May 2011

Playing host (part 3)

Posted on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 by rinaz

The next day, after having a quick breakfast, we planned on going to Saint Peter’s Square. However, since we were on our way, we did a quick stop to … Tony’s Gelateria! This is one of my favourite gelateria … … Continue reading →

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Playing host (part 2)

Posted on Thursday, May 26, 2011 by rinaz

The next day, we woke up bright and early to head to Piazza San Giovanni Di Dio which is a wet market – not a typical place to sight see, but interesting nevertheless to see the local foods which is … Continue reading →

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Playing host (part 1)

Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 by rinaz

Here is day one of when Daphne and Nick arrived in Rome. We took them to have the typical Italian breakfast with Cappuccino, then to our favourite Pizza al taglio, and afterthat an overview of the monuments that they will … Continue reading →

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Guess who was the first to sleep on the sofa bed

Posted on Friday, May 20, 2011 by rinaz

After hosting the lovelies Daphne, Serene and Nick for 5 days, they left Rome just a few days ago. I’d have to say that I’m very impressed by their stamina … It seems like they could eat and walk and eat … Continue reading →

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A day in life : Experimenting with Pastiera Napoletana

Posted on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 by rinaz

Pastiera Napoletana is a cake, originating from Napoli, made of ricotta cheese, precooked wheat, eggs, candied orange and millefiore scent (I don’t know what it is in English) and it is typically eaten during Easter, although you could eat them the rest … Continue reading →

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Seeing a naked woman aka my first experience in an Italian pool

Posted on Thursday, May 5, 2011 by rinaz

I started to swim at about 9 years old – it was part of an after school enrichment course I suppose. But all I can remember was how much fun I had. Swimming came naturally to me. And I used … Continue reading →

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Yay! New sofa bed!

Posted on Tuesday, May 3, 2011 by rinaz

Remember my post about a room makeover last month? Cart and I have been rather busy last weekend doing a bit of spring cleaning and also moving some furniture in anticipation of a couple of a new table and a … Continue reading →

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