The Lederman Kitchen

Rome is packed full of amazing sights, history and delicious and fresh food.  It really was a fantastic weekend and we are already dreaming of all the other places we want to visit in Italy while we are so close.  Hope you enjoyed  Rome Part 1 - The Hosts & Neighborhood & Rome Part 2 - An Unexpected Second Honeymoon ! Below are some of the photos you would expect to see from a trip to Rome, all the amazing sights. The Trevi fountain - you can't see much of it in this first photo, but it's truly amazing and huge.  We both threw some € over our shoulder and into the fountain, which, legend has it, ensures you will return to Rome - yes please! Here is the full view of Trevi Fountain The Spanish Steps.  They are always crowded, and it was really hot.  We didn't spend much time here, but walked up a few flights. Looking down Looking up After we left the crowds at The Spanish Steps, we walked down the cutest back stree...

We had a wonderful holiday weekend in Rome last weekend, and owe a HUGE thank you to my cousin Phillip and his partner Marlon, who were fantastic hosts. Not only was their apartment in a very cool part of town, but we walked into to a room full of guide books, a phone & charger, fresh towels and extra toiletries, in case we forgot something.  I mean, come on. This is the door to their apartment, loved it. Shot of the neighborhood On top of everything, they cooked us a 4 course italian meal on Sunday night that was so good.  A big thank you to Phillip and Marlon for the wonderful company and hospitality.  We hope they make it over to Dublin to visit us. I didn't get a shot of the dessert, I guess I was too eager to eat it One of the best things about staying with locals are their tips and recommendations that make you feel like a local, even if it's for just a few days. Every morning, Brian and I started our day with a cappuccino and croissant at the ...