“Crazy: La follia nell’arte contemporanea,” Chiostro del Bramante’s newest exhibition- curated by Danilo Eccher- is a sensory whirlwind packed into 21 acts. It’s flashing lights and broken glass and fur lined walls, not to mention at least a few rainbows. The works are overwhelmingly, dare I say, “fun”? This comes as no surprise at this […]
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Off the typical tourist path, Galleria Spada is a gem of a museum in a tiny package. With masterpieces from the 16th and 17th century, ancient marbles scattered throughout, and an optical illusion created by Borromini, Galleria Spada is a worthwhile stop in Rome. The palazzo was originally built in 1540 for Cardinal Girolamo […]
Running + archeology. It’s a simple idea that mixes the best of two worlds that I love. So, what is it? Invented by Isabella Calidonna in 2016, ArcheoRunning is a group tour experience where participants jog or lightly run to each point of interest. Although it sounds simple, the combination of running along the streets […]
As a native Chicagoan, I’m used to fighting about pizza. I’ve had to defend my beloved deep dish- and tavern style- to New Yorkers, Californians and now, Romans. But, with all that being said, I love eating pizza in Rome. (A statement so obvious I could be saying “the sky is blue”- but still, worth […]
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