Submitted by Alexandra Evangelist on the 2024 Spring semester program in Rome, Italy…
I went to a wine tasting in Frascati, in a district called Castelli Romani. This is a different town than Trastevere, which is where I reside. Frascati is a little small town, more homey feel, while Trastevere has a city feel. I really enjoyed the tour. We left around 9am and got back at about 5pm. We took a bus and I made a lot of new friends. I knew one friend going into it. We had a guided tour of the city, lunch, and the wine tasting included. I definitely recommend going out of your comfort zone and doing trips and events where you may not know people or feel comfortable to help you grow. We learned about the history and culture of the city. The town of Frascati expanded after the destruction of Tusculum in 1191. Frascati was located right on the slopes of the volcano. This city is known for its porchetta. (Submitted January 21, 2024)