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Coffee in Rome at Charming Barnum Cafe

Coffee in Rome is definitely a thing. Coffee is of the lifeblood running through this beautiful boot of a country. Or is that too dramatic? I think not, says the coffee addict! When you visit Rome be sure to get your coffee fix. Try lots of different cafes. Have it sitting down at a cafe, and standing up at a bar like most locals do. Celebrate the coffee when in...

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Simple Sauteed Artichoke Recipe

In springtime, the artichokes come out in Italy. In Rome, you'll start seeing Romanesco Artichokes displayed in most of the supermarkets. These veggies are hard to resist, with their pretty flower design and greenish-purple colours. They do take a little extra time to prepare, but they're worth it. Here is a super tasty and simple sauteed artichoke recipe to enjoy as a side dish or eaten simply alone. Look at this beautiful display...

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From the Earth: Artichokes

Artichokes caught my attention when I moved to Italy. When Artichoke season comes along, you'll start seeing more and more of these pretty veggies out on display. Back home in South Africa, I didn't pay much attention to these pretty veggies. However, here in Rome, when the artichokes come out, they are difficult to ignore. Seasonal eating in Italy is part of life here. It is awesome, making me feel that little...

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10 Rome Travel Tips for First-timers

If you're coming to Rome for the first time, this post if just for you. Below you'll find some useful Rome Travel Tips to make your first visit that much more magical. Don't make the same mistakes other travellers make, and instead navigate the city like a pro. Below are the post sections, in case you want to jump straight to a specific tip: 1. Don't try to see it all on...

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Workout Music: Groovy Tracks to add to your Mix

Music has the power to change your workout experience. In the last year, I have been trying quite a few different types of high-intensity workouts, from Betty Rocker to Fittlyss. And I have found that, when a groovy track comes on, tough exercises like burpees don’t seem as difficult anymore. The rhythm of funky tracks is often upbeat and motivating, but it’s more than that. Listening to feel-good groovy music just adds that something special to a workout, that get-down and enjoy it kind of feeling. Of course, music is personal, but here are some groovy tracks to add to your workout music mix, to inspire you to get down on it!

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Where to Eat in Rome: The Charming Trastevere Neighbourhood

Trastevere is a pretty neighbourhood, that is bustling day and night. It's no wonder it's become so popular! There are lots of places to eat in this hood, from sit-down restaurants to street food takeaways, and everything in between. One of my favourite ways to spend an afternoon in this hood is to food-hop. I pick 4 or 5 spots and hop from place to place, enjoying the different foods and...

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Banana Breakfast Bowl with Strawberries and Nuts

This is one of my absolute favourite healthy breakfasts. It is just so incredibly simple, and yet so delicious. An easy banana breakfast like this is very rewarding, giving back so much more than the effort it takes to make it. Ready to make this easy morning breakfast? Let's go! One of my everyday versions of this breakfast is simply banana, sunflower seeds and coconut milk. Bananas are a great fruit to add...

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Happy Fruits: Banana Benefits

Bananas are an awesome fruit. They are nutritious and easy-going, offering a pretty perfect start to a day. I haven't always liked bananas. During school years, I'd often get a very ripe banana in my lunchbox, making my peanut butter sandwiches smell very weird. For years after school, I avoided bananas. However, nowadays, they are an everyday treat of mine. Besides the ease and taste, there are a ton of...

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6 Amazing Amalfi Coast Towns to Visit

Thousands of tourists come to Italy to visit the beautiful Amalfi Coast every single year. This exquisite coastline stretches from Sorrento all the way to Salerno, with thirteen different towns to explore along the way. With each town offering its own special something, travellers have a wonderful variety of things to do on the Amalfi Coast. On a recent ten-day trip, these were some of my absolute favourite Amalfi Coast...

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