Ate, Drank, and Ubered My Way Through Rome's Hidden Gems
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Or at least, try to mimic a fraction of what they're up to. I certainly did a few things that maybe only a select few Romans might do.
Rome is basically a fountain wonderland. And I'm not talking about your typical 'toss a penny, make a wish' type. These are bona fide, running water fountains where people casually sip, rinse, and repeat.
The culinary adventure continues! I devoured my first cheese-less pizza. Yes, you heard it right – no cheese! I played pizza roulette and let the locals pick for me, asking for 'the spiciest pizza you dare to serve.' Spoiler alert: it was fire. I also had like a charcuterie type of pizza that used focaccia as the crust. That was special!
In my initial Italian escapades, I was part of a gelato-crazed crew, zealously chasing every scoop in sight. But when those feins left, I assumed the gelato quest had come to an end. How mistaken I was! The gelato adventure was far from over, I ended up with a new band of connoisseurs. And had to embark on a new relentless pursuit, tracking down and savoring every flavor. Each conquest seemed to be sweeter than the last, making the chase absolutely, deliciously worth it... and I was just happy to help this new crew have a taste of that creamy delight.
In a classic 'tourist move,' I hopped into the wrong Uber. First time for everything, right? Shoutout to Claudio, the world's most understanding driver.
Stumbled upon a quirky, standalone slot-only mini-casino. It was like a gambling nook – just slots, an ATM, and a bunch of degenerate gamblers. No frills, no fuss, just the sound of slots and broken dreams.
Rome has been an absolute blast. It's a city buzzing with life, overflowing with amazing things to do and places to eat. It's got a whole different vibe compared to other Italian cities, but it's a must-visit for sure.
And the coolest part? Bumping into ancient buildings is just an average day here. No need for a treasure map; I literally stumbled upon the Colosseum by accident. Who does that?
Til next time!