Italy is probably more often associated with wine, but there is also a long history of liqueurs (often bitter to help with digestion). As a result, there are fantastic combinations of bitters, sparkling wines, seasonal fruits, fresh herbs, to create mixers and garnishes for classic cocktails. While young Italians certainly go out for a night [...] The post 5 Best Italian Cocktails appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan, Italy is iconic. It is the place to stop for a major instagram moment, but the historic structure has a storied past that includes films, untimely deaths, and hidden symbolism. Before you visit the glassed arcade, here are some of the coolest facts about this remarkable building: Age [...] The post The 7 most notable Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II Facts appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

I cannot tolerate bad coffee, even on vacation. Unfortunately, coffee in Italy is not just heavenly espresso after heavenly espresso. Luckily Venice has a long history of coffee bars (and is even home to the oldest coffee house in Europe). There are even a few places serving specialty coffee in La Serenissima if you are [...] The post Where to Find the Best Coffee in Venice appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

The Appian Way, or Appia Antica, is one of Rome’s most famous and historic roads, lined with ancient ruins, tombs, and catacombs. It is a good place to walk and see some of the most interesting ruins in the city. The Via Appia Antica technically starts at Porta Capena, which is close to Circa Massimo. However, [...] The post How to Get to the Appia Antica from Rome appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

I love the region of Puglia and we take frequent trips down to the “heel” of Italy’s boot. The rugged beaches, white washed villages, natural wonders, and amazing food are a few of the reasons I can’t get enough of the area. But I’m also drawn to the unique homes in Puglia – from the [...] The post What is a Masseria? Farms Turned Luxury Hotels in Puglia appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

I have wised up a bit in my years in Rome and know better than to be tempted by something that is too cute to be true… but there was no way I was going to pass up the chance to eat a mini colosseum-shaped popsicle by the Trevi Fountain. Even I have my limits. [...] The post Lucciano’s Gelato in Rome, Home to Cute Colosseum Popsicles appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

We are big book lovers in my house. We have arguably too many shelves filled with well-paged books, as well as the occasional tome that we have yet to crack open. And the kids books? Well, those are read over and over and over again. Of course, I don’t always get a say in the [...] The post Children’s Books About Rome appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

In a city full of wonders, the Trevi Fountain still manages to stand out in Rome. The monumental fountain reaches 26.3 metres (86 ft) high and 49.15 metres (161.3 ft) wide, and is largest fountain in the Eternal City. You will hear it before you ever see it as the water thunders out of an [...] The post 10 Fun Facts About the Trevi Fountain appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

Among the numbered stalls of the Testaccio Market, sitting in the same row of street food stops as Mordi e Vai and Casa Manco, Da Corrado al Banco 18 quietly arrived with a beautiful culinary philosophy a few years ago. The space was once a little Sicilian shop but it has been transformed into an [...] The post Food and Natural Wine at da Corrado al Banco 18 in Testaccio appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more

Wine is a part of the culture of the cuisine in Italy. A glass of wine is a common feature at both lunch and dinner, and let’s not forget the evening tradition of aperitivo. It is rare to drink to get drunk – that would be considered poor form or “una brutta figura.” But of [...] The post How to Say Cheers in Italian appeared first on An American in Rome ..read more