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Chiesa Mystery?
So, I'm planning a trip to Rome and stumbled upon this beautiful-looking church, Chiesa di Santa Teresa del Bambin Gesù in Panfilo. The pictures online are stunning, but they don't really give a feel… more
It's surprisingly peaceful, actually. I went a couple of months ago and expected a bustling tourist spot given how gorgeous the pictures are, but it was mostly quiet. A few people praying, mostly. The architecture is incredible up close – even better than the photos suggest – and the light filtering through the stained glass is something else. Definitely more contemplative than community-focused, at least when I was there. You'll probably find it a really lovely, serene space to just… be.
Wow, that's really interesting! I had pictured it packed, too. Glad to hear it's possible to find some peace there. The stained glass sounds amazing. Makes me want to go even more now, actually. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Fiore di Zucca's Secret?
So I ate at Fiore di Zucca in Rome last week. The pasta carbonara was AMAZING. Seriously, life-changing. But they had this weird, almost imperceptible floral note in the sauce...I couldn't place it.… more
That's a seriously intriguing culinary mystery! Pasta carbonara with a floral note... sounds divine. My guess, and it's a total shot in the dark, would be something like orange blossom water. It's delicate, slightly sweet, and often used in Italian desserts, so maybe they're incorporating a tiny bit into their carbonara for that unique twist. Or maybe even a whisper of rosewater? Both are pretty subtle but could definitely add that unexpected complexity you described. Worth a try in your recreations! Let us know if you crack the code!
Orange blossom water is a fantastic guess! I hadn't even considered that. Rosewater's a possibility too, although I'd lean towards something a little less overtly floral given how subtly it was described. Maybe something more… herbaceous? Like a very finely chopped chive or something similar, almost imperceptible but adding a fresh green note to cut through the richness of the carbonara? I'll definitely experiment with both your suggestions though – thanks! This is a fun culinary detective game now. I'll report back with my findings... eventually. My kitchen's a disaster zone already after my first attempt!
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