We have a new kebab shop in Capena — it’s official. Quite a few seem to be sprouting throughout Rome. But close inspection has revealed that none of them so far have the upright gyro spit. … [read the rest]
Went into Rome today on a day of glorious sunshine and felt warm, not to say uncomfortably hot for the first time in days. We sat and soaked up the sun in Campo dei Fiori but … [read the rest]
And so the snow has arrived as heralded. Lena is stuck in her house in a winter wonderland. All the schools are closed and the kids are snowballing in the streets. Snow is a very rare … [read the rest]
The BBC weather site probably don’t get much chance to use their ‘chance of snow’ symbol for the Rome weather forecast, but it’s on view for no fewer than four days this week.
Hope everyone has their … [read the rest]
Gabila sent me the link to Rosina’s new catalogue http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7gVA2X9uIY
Check it out — it’s a total delight — now you too can have your very own spiky goat, gaudi-esque bench or a whole flock of … [read the rest]
My friend Yasmin told me about this website, where you can sign up for early or after-hours tours of the Vatican in small, exclusive groups. In their own words:
“If you’re really looking to impress, you … [read the rest]
Once upon a time, many moons ago (3o years to be precise), I wrote two short stories about Capena that were broadcast on the BBC World Service. I still have many happy memories of listening to … [read the rest]
We have two wonderful guests staying at the moment: Hugh Taylor and Moira McCrossan are two doughty Scots who work as travel journalists, among many other things. They sound amazing and very good at living life … [read the rest]
I’ve set a reminder for 17 Jan: Holiday Autos are offering a 35% discount for hire to Italy on that day so it will be worth checking out their prices. Auto-Europe has been the hands-down winner … [read the rest]
The serpentone or snake is a traditional Christmas delicacy from Capena. It was invented by Forno Francellini, a bakery business that was first established in 1926 and has gone from strength to strength. Now the firm … [read the rest]
