Daily Archives: June 3, 2011

Sagra delle Fragole (Strawberry Fest ’11)

One of our favorite traditions round these parts are the countless sagre throughout the year – town festivals generally dedicated to a particular local delicacy.  This weekend, Nemi, a small town in the Alban Hills near Ariccia, is hosting the … Continue reading

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Day Trip Friday: Ostia Antica

by Tess Amodeo-Vickery Walking over the elevated grate footbridge was like crossing over a space-time continuum as I hurried to eat my gelato before it melted in the hot sun. Stepping down to earth, I followed signs to the entrance … Continue reading

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