Category Archives: Christmas

Holiday Partying in Rome Dec. 23rd – 25th

Staying in Rome this Christmas/Chanukah weekend? No worries, you are not alone! There are a bunch of parties going on in the various clubs/locales of Rome this weekend. I will also be around, so let’s do something! Friday December 23rd: … Continue reading

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Recipe of the Week: Zuppa di Castagne, Farro e Funghi Porcini

This soup is very hearty and a great way to warm up and given the recent cold snap here in Rome it tastes all the better.  It takes a while to make, but freezes really well so I’d make a … Continue reading

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This Weekend in Rome: December 16-18

Friday: Palazzo Barberini opens a new space for temporary exhibitions (if their impressive permanent collection isn’t enough for you) today, with a show dedicated to 17th Century Italian master Guercino.  After your visit, take advantage of the guaranteed metro service … Continue reading

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Roman Winter Sports

While we may not get a lot of snow here in the Eternal City, that doesn’t mean we don’t like our winter sports! Throughout the holiday season, you have a few good options to practice your triple lutz and that … Continue reading

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Seasonal Beverages in the Center: Mulled Wine at Il Piccolo

Strolling down Via del Governo Vecchio these days, hopefully you make it far enough along to catch a whiff of the spicy deliciousness steaming out of a cauldron down toward the end. Because if you have, then you’ve made it … Continue reading

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Holiday Cocktails at Pierluigi

To ring in the holiday season we’re hosting an aperitivo get together at the bar at Pierluigi on Tuesday Dec. 20th.  Expert barman Gabriele Guidoni will start the evening off with two small tastes of his favorite twists on classic cocktails, to be followed … Continue reading

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A Very Large Pine Tree in Piazza San Pietro

With the help of some hard-hatted men and a large crane, the 2011 Christmas tree is now up in St. Peter’s Square! Although the 30 meter tree was raised on Tuesday, it will remain dark until it is officially inaugurated … Continue reading

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Natale all’Auditorium

The Auditorium at the Parco della Musica launches the music portion of their Christmas season, tomorrow, December 8th (the ice skating rink is already in full swing) when Sonic Youth’s Thurston Moore takes the stage at 9pm to present his … Continue reading

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Slideshow: Christmas Lights in Rome

Rome is lighting up with holiday spirit! Check out the slideshow below for some highlights from this weekend’s festivities, and come back throughout the month as the rest of the city is illuminated!  Read this for more info on tree … Continue reading

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December 8: Celebrating with the Pope near the Spanish Steps

Pope Benedict XVI, a large crane, and thousands of screaming fans. Ok, so I’m exaggerating a little. But just a little. December 8th is the feast day of the immaculate conception. This is NOT the immaculate conception of Jesus (the … Continue reading

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