Today was a jam packed day! Went to San Marco (which was a monastery and is now a museum). It’s known for its frescoes (or so Sara tells me). There was one painting there that looked 3-D when I walked in one of the rooms and I couldn’t stop staring it. It honestly looked like it was popping off of the wall, but it was just a 2-D painting. I think that’s the extent of me explaining.
Following this, it was time for lunch! I accidentally got octopus from the school cafe because he said fish… it did taste good, but I couldn’t fully stomach it once I knew what I was eating (thanks Sara). After I tried shrimp tempura from the Japanese restaurant because Rosita ordered too much food (it was also really good).
Then it was time for the Uffizi… personally I’m not the biggest fan of Renaissance art though. I thought it was beautiful, but I think I like wandering the Met more than the Uffizi (I know, it’s shocking). Though seeing The Birth of Venus and Spring by Botticelli was definitely worth it. Breathtaking. Plus, Sara explained them to me, which made it even better. Lots of wandering. I was exhausted by the end.
Then it was time to go to the leather market! I ended up getting two bags. One purple one for me, and one for my mommy. I got a few souvenirs and then came to the market by us. After wandering some more, I was exhausted.
I accidentally fell asleep on the couch (and Sara fell asleep too), so we went to dinner later than expected. Sara and I were craving Chinese food, so we separated from Rosita and Christina. It’s definitely different over here, but it was really good. I was happy ( shrimp rolls and fried sesame chicken). I like trying different cuisine in Italy… it’s definitely a new experience.
Then of course we all met up for dessert at Vivoli. Me and Sara each got something and split them in half. Some kind of chocolate cake and a crostini. Both were really good, but gelato was needed. I got a chocolate with nuts and strawberry. Putting them together it was like the most amazing chocolate strawberry in my mouth. Sooooo rich and nummy and beautiful and nummy and amazing and I love this place. Oh New York City, when I get back you’re going to need to step your game up.
Anyway, I have to go to Rome in the morning, so time to pack!