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Rome: Palazzo Doria-Pamphilj
Palazzo Doria-Pamphilj is one of the most important privat Palazzos in Rome. First we visited the staterooms and private appartements.
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Rome: San Marcello al Corso
A short stop at San Marcello:
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Gelato: Rome Il Gelato Di San Crispino
Before we went back to our hotel it was time for a gelato. I found a recommondation for San Crispino and gave it a try.
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Dinner: La Pergola 3 star
When I decided to visit Rome I immediately booked a table at La Pergola. I also considered to stay at the Waldorf which is home of La Pergola but decided against it due to its location and some reviews at FT.
I read itīs hard to get a reservation at La Pergola and even Waldorf concierge would have problems. With some time in advance I booked via email without any problem. When I entered the lobby after a nearly 30 minutes cab drive I knew I did the right decision. Yes, they have art on display (the paintings at the bar are Tiepolos) but the place feels like you are back in the 60s and you are in a big and inpersonal hotel. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...79d29d4a4c.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f90fc49e69.jpg To reach the restaurant you must go up to the top-floor. https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...cae1286d65.jpg The restaurant is elegant with an opulent style. I didnīt take pictures but you can see it at the Internet. They offer a 7 course menu (225 ), 10 course menu (260 ) and a la carte options. They were happy to offer us an individual 7 course menu without meat which we took. For drinks I got - after denining alcoholic options - an extensive list of Mineral water which were priced in a realistic range (no 100 water like in some bling bling restaurants). In the end I went with a recommondation (Italian water of course). First some very good Amuse Bouche https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d1b4ebbe52.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6ba61bcf66.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...70ce461f82.jpg First course: Tuna, wild asparagus and almonds https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6f8b7039f5.jpg A very good dish which made very curious for whatīs comming. Second course: Squid filled with pink shrimps on Infusion of toasted shellfish with turnip tops https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...552e475701.jpg Well, simply a world-class dish. Third Course: Heart of lettuce stewed at high pressure https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...112df4a359.jpg Normally it comes with chicken but for us it were without it. To be honest this was my least favourite dish. Still good but I liked the others more. Fourth cuorse: Wholemeal "maccheroncini al ferretto" with shellfish, smoked aubergine coulis and croutons https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5b72b217d5.jpg Not a bif fan of wholemeal pasta and aubergine so I was sceptical. Nevertheless I loved it as it tasted so great. Fifth Course: Red mullet with spinach, Lemon and rasins https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...e47d8865d6.jpg Also a high level dish. Sixth course: Turbot with asparagus and codium https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...4f01b07adb.jpg Again a very good dish. Now the table changed for desserts https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f4786b88e5.jpg Pre-dessert https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6f787b1235.jpg First petit fours https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...51455bc513.jpg The dessert: Ricotta cream with Marzipan, soft pistacchio and sorbet of candied orange https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...0e9e90c44d.jpg Delicious! But more was waiting! The magic tower, filled with pralines: https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ed50973a24.jpg This was really a great dinner and La Pergola deserves its 3 stars without doubt. For me itīs a must-eat when in Rome. At the end we went to the terrace to enjoy the view: https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f054521781.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ff4ab03b2e.jpg The Exit: https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...6368caed56.jpg |
Wow - La Pergola looks amazing! Being a meat eater, I can only imagine what the meat would taste like :D
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Originally Posted by stu1985
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Wow - La Pergola looks amazing! Being a meat eater, I can only imagine what the meat would taste like :D
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Rome: Domus Aurea
One thing I wanted always see in Rome was Domus Aurea but due to renovations it wasnīt possible. Now itīs open at weekends and I was able to get a reservation (at the day it was fully booked but a few weeks in advance normally should be enough).
The entrance is located near the Colosseum in Parco del Colle Oppio. https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...72f1f681b3.jpg Nice tree: https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...525579b83c.jpg The sight is only accessable with a guided tour and you have to wear a helmet. We entered through a tunnel build by Trajan. https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...48df36aa0e.jpg During the tour we saw several rooms with paintings and we did a virtual tour with a 3d spectacles. https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1646d0772e.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...3237fdc95a.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...38d08d3843.jpg https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9acd14e3ca.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f89ac34987.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...bb3f926f74.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...acd79868af.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...8a9c45f278.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c843907f73.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...dc4eb06cd9.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...c4878fda5b.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9e993a4687.jpg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...63378fab3f.jpg https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9421ca2890.jpg https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5b29b1aaeb.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...7cec8941c6.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...4cc78410cd.jpg The famous cupola room https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...96aeb04fae.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...9a6853f08d.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...82e2317b17.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ec4808ffe1.jpg I really enjoyed it! One last advice: I read itīs cold inside. As I didnīt want to walk through Rome all the day with a coat I left it in the hotel. Not the best idea as it was "fresh" inside. |
Rome: Basilica di San Pietro n Vincoli
Next we went to San Pietro in Vincoli.
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Gelato: Il Cannolo Siciliano Rome (number 24 Dissapore)
I was very excited to try my first gelato from the Dissapore list. To be honest I didnīt have planed a visit this day so I wasnīt prepared. When we were on our way to Palazzo Colonna we saw a gelateria with many trophies in the window. Later I realized it was number 24 on the Dissapore list and of Course on my "must eat gelato list).
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...354bc41c70.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...ae3cc58436.jpg The gelato was delicious. Personally I didnīt found it better than San Crispino but I guess this is personal taste. |
Rome: Palazzo Colonna
Beside Palazzo Doria-Pamphilj Palazzo Colonna is the other outstanding Palazzo in Rome. We entered and stood in the Galleria Colonna, a stunning gallerie with fine art.
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Rome: Castel SantAngelo
Castel SantAngelo is aone of the popular attractions in Rome. Personally I like especially the views.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2381cb6532.jpg View on Ponte Sant'Angelo https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...5e2e640802.jpg Courtyard https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f248213689.jpg Many of the rooms are richly decorated. https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...443c6f8b62.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f525126d7f.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...50943ad9ad.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...1e5e0a1a03.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...7a664280e0.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...a256769587.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...85f454d592.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...40d4fb02b0.jpg But as I said my favourite place is the roof with its views: https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...2d0e0abbb5.jpg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...888d2c2c15.jpg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...f19433fd23.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...763e8ae5e5.jpg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.fly...d069d75b29.jpg |
Rome: Pizzarium
Of Course in Rome you wonna eat pizza. One of the most hyped places is Pizzarium. As it isnīt really central we took a taxi to reach it. At the place there was a huge crowd and we had to take a number. I was number 77. After a few minutes I mentioned they served number 21. Around half a hour later they served numer 29. count and you know at least one hour (optimistic; realistic more 2 hours) later we had a chance to get a piece of pizza. We decided to leave as we thought there are better things to do in Rome than waiting for a pizza. But I took some pictures:
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Gelato: Gelati Gelati
No pizza, but we were able to grab a gelato. This time it was Gelati Gelati, a recommondation from a guidebook.
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Another excellent TR, Offerendum - so many great photos of both sites and yummy food |
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