The resorts, where most Romans head to

If in July Fregene is packed of Roman families and youngsters (especially on weekends), 

in August locals take at least two full weeks off from work. Funny is, that they do not take a break from each other, since all will meet again in one, or more, of the following destinations:

Lazy summertime

Summer is the time of the year created to take a rest from hectic life. 
It's the perfect season to live moments of lightness 

by getting rid of

BACCANO                                                                          Via delle Muratte, 23
I was strolling downtown, when I casually passed by this newly opened restaurant, just a few steps away from Fontana di Trevi. Its name's Italian, but it looks like a lovely French
bistro.
The first time, I tried the salade nicoise,

while my friend chose a

Back home

Even if I spent only a few days in NY, it seems I've been gone for weeks. The Big Apple is the liveliest place I know and, true, it never sleeps.

I had a pleasant flight from Amsterdam

and I landed just in time to

My dear friends,

I hoped to be able to write a new post before taking a week off from the blog (I have found this great restaurant downtown!), but I didn't make it.

So after a few hectic days getting all set for my (too short, unfortunately) stay in NY, I wish you ALL a great week, hopefully away from this amazing heat! xo

Eataly

After having heard and read, soooo much about this place, I couldn't ignore my growing curiosity and avoid stepping in, since it opened in Rome too, last Thursday.

Eataly is a huge three-storey building,

Sneaky Sundays

...maybe not too sneaky, this time, but wow! ...dreamy...
Last Sunday, the weather was too hot, so I spent a lazy day at home, and dared to step out only after dusk.

I had some chinese food downtown, while pleasantly seated outdoor with a friend of mine.

Then, we crossed the quiet Tevere river,

That's a warning sign!

It says: "Tools falling from above".

That's weird... Have you ever expected something falling from...let's say...below ??? :)

A day of women only...

It was a perfect day today.
A quiet and lazy morning at home with my daughter.

A relaxing walk in a relaxed downtown for some summer shopping.

A distinct feeling of how much

La Bruschetta

Just one block away from the famous Via Veneto, this cozy Trattoria is the perfect spot for a pleasant, yet informal, immersion into Italian food, beer and... courtesy! 
I came twice with a Canadian friend of mine (we love the Italian atmosphere in here!) and we had the greatest pizza ever, a delicious dish of linguine with white clam sauce and a superb veal entrée. 
Prices are reasonable and the staff is absolutely special. American visitors will love it!

And today, while I was browsing the net