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Lateran Palace Mysteries?
So, I'm finally going to visit the Lateran Palace in Rome next month! I've read tons about its history, but I'm dying to know – what's the vibe *really* like there? Is it all hushed reverence and anc… more
It's definitely more hushed reverence than crazy party vibes, but not completely silent. Think less bustling museum, more…peaceful, almost melancholic. The scale is immense, so getting a little lost is easy and totally part of the charm. You'll find yourself in quiet courtyards—maybe not lemons, but definitely some seriously old stonework and unexpected views. The frescoes are amazing, though, and there's a real sense of history hanging in the air. It's beautiful but also kind of…haunting. I wouldn't call it a "secret Roman adventure" in the Indiana Jones sense, but if you like exploring grand, slightly eerie places, you'll love it. Prepare for some serious wanderlust.
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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