Hello!! I'm the girl who served you as Bonci (the girl with the black t-shirt!) !! I remember you very well .... I remember her fuxia hair ... and her particular shoes !!! you were very nice, in fact it is true, I gave you a supplì! it's nice to find out by chance between youtube videos ... and see me in your shoot! 🙈
Hello! Martina here (girl with the pink hair) Wow amazing you found our video! We love Bonci, the food is so delicious and we miss the taste now that we are back home in Japan. You were all so very busy with many customers, but you were still so kind and nice :) thank you for that! 🍕 I hope you had some more customers visit after our video; we saw some Instagram pictures and tweets from people visiting and also agreeing your pizza is so delicious!
My grandparents are Italian, but had to flee the country because of the war. They based themselves in Argentina and made their family there. They were able to go back to visit family a couple of times, but my mum was never able to go. My sister and I want to take her there and dreamt about it for so long, and if everything goes right we will do it next year!! :D This video inspired me so much, and we will for sure be visiting some of the places that you recommended! Thank you so much for this video, you never fail to make my heart warm every time I watch your videos. Big hugs!
Gisela Cappiello I’m based in Milan, but I wan born and lived most of my life in Rome, I’m pretty much obsessed with food and cooking, please if you need any suggestion just ask.
It brought tears to my eyes to see how Martina built such a huge ladder by jumping and running and dancing off her pizza ❤️❤️ Both of you enjoying yourselves even though some days are rough is what makes us all work hard to be as happy as you both! Keep eating and enjoying life and Martina, never regret what sacrifices you made to enjoy that day! Because happy lived moments are always worth it (*im working on that myself*💕) LOVE YOU GUYS ❤️💙💚
The number of times I hear of people going to Italy and getting trapped in these touristy garbage places, it's refreshing to see you guys have an authentic experience! Y'all are doing the real work! :)
Yes you're right. I'd say MOST of the tourists in Italy end up eating in those tourists traps which is such a shame as they get a bad idea about italian food. As a rule: IF IT HAS PHOTOS OF THE DISHES, STAY AWAY!! It's a tourist trap. No local needs pictures to order food.
As a native Roman I can tell you. You've selected GREAT places and are offering a true, authentic, insider's views on the spectacle of Roman cuisine. To me Roman food is only second to Napolitan and (maybe) Emilian cuisine; of course there are regional specialties everywhere but I think them 3 better represent and synthetize the amazing culinary tradition of Italy. Nice job!
had a great time when I visited Rome this summer even I was alone but yet I did enjoyed. I was planning of going back in the summer of 2020 and I hope I can have the chance meeting you and show other places I didnt see and of course eating the best food in Italy. I havent tried the gelato when I was there. Hahaha
This comment helps me so much! My mother's family is from Rome and I desperately want to go and experience my culture. This guide totally helps. Knowing that a local approved is awesome!
Love the video guys! I always like to see when other cultures embrace travelers. It lets you know that there’s still kindness and humanity left in the world.
Love the video, its length and its vibe, I just love everything about it. I love the fact that you are always so excited about the little things as well, about the simple things, about the things people usually are not excited about. Few days ago I listened to your podcast where you talked about your way of being tourists and it honestly made me relieved. I have so many similarities with you on that case. When I went to New York I tried to explore the little restaurants and to talk with people and just to enjoy the city, to actually explore the real New York, instead of just going to a certain building or site, take a picture and go. Many friends were disappointed when I told them I didn't go see the Liberty statue, but for me to spend that time doing exactly what you guys did is a far more precious moment. Thank you for not giving up even though your harships never stop and thank you for making our lives better with each video! Love you guys, kisses from Bulgaria
Same here! Started during my second year of college, in 2009, and stayed because they continually help me get out of my own head and inspire me to get out and #buildaladder. I remember the first video they posted in Korea! I feel like we've almost been growing up together, and it's been wonderful so far.
It makes me happy to see you guys enjoying yourselves so much!! I know how much walking Rome requires, Martina is truly the cutest soldier taking all that on. Thanks for sharing all your fun
I would say during our two week trip it required five to seven scattered days of hardcore walking for me and the rest were just bed rest and not wondering far from our Airbnb. It was a very challenging trip but absolutely worth it because I didn’t raise the bar super high. I just accepted my limits and enjoyed what I could 😋
Simon and Martina, after I saw this video I knew that this summer my holiday destination should be Rome. Took my friend and had amazing time and of course we ate at Osteria da fortunata, tried lots of different gelaterias and our favorite was the one you recommended (we went there 4 days in the row since in was close to our airbnb). I would like to thank you from the bottom of my hart for sharing your experience and making my trip magical!!! Love you both! Stay strong, Spudgy will always have a special place in my heart.
Thank you for making such a warm and wonderful video! I've been a subscriber since your journeys in Korea. It's really refreshing to watch something that even we, as viewers, can feel the warmth through your videos. 👍🏻
From the podcasts i heard you say how you really tried to do this trip differently and embrace your health limitations by resting and pacing yourselves to build your ladders through this trip. Knowing that, it gave me so much joy watching this video to have an insight into how special and hard earned (and appreciated) each experience was to you guys. Thank you for sharing your real joy in every bite and in every place you visited. The video was really beautifully shot and composed too. Many thanks!
jazzeecat yes, I think that's we all wanna see: Simon and Martina ENJOYING their trip and take us with them... Instead of trying to make a good video for us and PUSH themself too hard.
I’m so happy you guys documented this! I’m also happy that you’re enjoying your lives without feeling too much pressure to upload. I am really happy for both of you! And Martina! You are my love! Build a Ladder has inspired me soooo much! I have an undiagnosed connective tissue disorder (because America sucks at this) and currently have a concussion as well; but build a ladder has been helping me keep going, or just take the time to stop and heal. Thank you guys so much. I’m going on 7 years of subscribing, and am currently getting ready to go to Korea as an University Exchange student in the fall. I’ve been rewatching all the FapFaps and Wonderful Adventure Times! So much love for both of you!!!!
I've been to Italy two years ago, but now I really want to go again! The food is great, the buildings are beautiful, the people are extremely nice and the weather is amazing too. It's the perfect vacation destination. You're video really shows all the REAL good stuff, it shows what really makes you fall in love with a country/city. I love you guys so much. I've been watching your videos since 2013 and you're definitely one of my favourite channels.
I can't tell you how much I love that you guys had this experience and thought to make such a wonderful video that showcases that (plus the other videos and the stream). I didn't think I'd get emotional by the end of it, but I'm just so happy for the both of you. I wish the absolute best for you guys and I'm going to cry lol! It was Simon talking about his dream of buying fresh food that undid me. Martina bouncing around Rome was unbelievable to see, as well. Just, thank you for every little thing that you guys do. Thank you for existing.
Simon and Martina; I've been subscribed to your channel for a few years now. I've always enjoyed your videos, my passion for asian cuisine has grown stronger over the years thank to you, but I am so happy you finally went on an eating spree in Italy! I was born and raised in Rome, but I'm living in another city now. Your video felt like home, it was heartwarming to see two people who so sincerely loved my hometown. I would have loved to hang around with you guys. And Bonci's pizza is top notch, I am glad you enjoyed it! I hope you will be able to go back someday, so I can suggest you a ton of other great places (or maybe take you there myself ahah)
From what I heard, if you just press skip ad as soon as the button comes up, the youtuber gets nothing. And they get more money the longer we watch the ad. So if it's a minute long ad and it was gonna pay $1 to the creator, but we skipped at the 30 seccond mark, they might only get $0.25. These are just made up numbers and sadly I can't confirm if any of it is true though.
With everything Martina has been through, I'm so happy to see her hopping and jumping and running around! And of course with the help and support of Simon. You both are amazing !!
Wow this makes me want to go to Rome 😍 looks like you guys have the best time in food paradise. It must be refreshing to be surrounded by a different cuisine, even if Japanese is obviously amazing as well 😃
I literally was crying!! Italy is one of the most beautiful places I know!! I was living in France and when I visited Italy, it felt like home!! (Argentina). I love your videos and I hope you enjoyed a lot!!
You have no idea how happy it makes me to see you guys having fun and enjoying Italy!! You were extremely respectful and lovely and THIS, as an italian myself, is what I love to see from turists. You two are truly special! Hope you'll be back someday :)
My husband and I went to Barbara’s during our honeymoon based off of this video and it’s one of our top experiences of the trip! We went to some special Michelin star restaurants, and what it comes down to is those were art, and Barbara’s is lovingly homemade family! It was so special thank you for sharing this!!!
I cried happy tears 3 times during this video. Your appreciation and gratitude for the moments you experience is so special, I love that you don't take these memories for granted. Love you guys.
My husband and I went on our (Covid delayed) honeymoon in September of 2022 to Italy. I saw this video when it was released and tucked it away for the future. Courtesy of that, we actually got to visit Barbara for dinner while we were in Rome and it was the highlight of our trip. Pure magic courtesy of this video!
That was such a beautiful video. I definitely want to go to Barbara's. It truly felt like a good family home. I love that setting. Now to go watch funny bloopers.
Honestly you guys are on the top of you're game. This video was so technically well done but the intimacy & love in it really brought it to life. Inspired.
Your videos always give me such great joy. I too suffer from several chronic health problems including chronic pain, and depression. When ever I need a pick me up I open your channel and start watching your videos. It doesn't matter the content, or if I've seen the video before, I always feel better afterwards. Simon and Martina thank you for helping me feel better just by being yourselves.
I've watched so many travel and food videos, and I've gotta say your time in Rome is the kind of experience all travelers dream of having. No jockeying with hundreds of other tourists to get one picture of a famous site, no shameless tourist traps, just having fun interacting with the locals. I know this will be a time in your life you will never forget, and as an armchair traveler, I'm envious. Thanks so much, Simon and Martina!
Was just watching your videos because I couldn't fall asleep and realised you posted such perfect timing. I LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH ❤️ and I also I love your super long food videos they're usually the ones I go back to and watch. I also went to Japan a couple weeks ago and your videos really helped me get around with my family 😊
This video makes me so happy! I'm italian and it is the first time im super familiar with the place you're filming in and with the food you're eating, it feels weird. I'm glad you guys enjoyed your time in Rome. I wish I could have met you but hey I guess I have to come to Japan to do that 😁
Oh man what a dream that would be. You've magically added Rome to a place I have to visit some day. Everything looked so amazing. You two have such a way with making these videos.
Not only does the food look absolutely amazing as expected, but the way Simon and Martina but together these stories is just incomparable! I can watch over and over and all their videos always make me feel so happy!
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING VIDEO, YOU GUYS. Holy guacamole. I am loving the new techniques you've been building. Also I am SO FREAKIN' HAPPY FOR YOU that you had this trip together
I have been with you guys since 2014 I know that's not a while but you guys have helped me with so much problems in my life. I just want to thank you guys from the bottom of my heart.
I'm heading to Rome next month so very excited to visit these places! Hope I can book Barbara's place as that looked fantastic! Thanks for providing some gems!
Stunning footage, commentary and pasta you two xo I adore that clothes line, it feels so authentic and it reminds me of that stunning view you posted on your Instagram.
A BIG HUGE FAT THANK YOU! I was staying in Rome two weeks ago and all I wanted to eat was the whole menu of the Osteria da Fortunata. It was SO good! And I could not stop watching them making Pasta. I almost cried when Antonia, the elder lady, called me 'mi amore'. Thank you for sharing this with us and making some great memories possible for me. 💕
I've been learning home cooking for the past few years. I JUST started doing italian pasta techniques. Your video could not be better timed to reinforce my interest and give me inspiration. Thank you so much, Simon and Martina. Your videos are full of energy and your quest to experience a culture's 'true cuisine' is a joy.
Simon's voice over at 7:03 hahahahahaaaaa!! That rice mozzarella ball at 10:30 looks like an 'Arancini' ball. So yum. Barbara's house OMGeeeeee!! Eat good food in great company....get to know the locals etc. Looks like fun. Great idea! Ahhhhh, this video brought me straight back to Italy. Tutti Bellissimo!! Thanks for sharing :)
Can I just say HANDS DOWN my favourite part of this video is seeing Martina running & jumping & being happy. ❤️ Imma keep sending up those prayers for you homegirl
I watched the bloopers this morning, but I finally had time to sit down and watch this longer video after work today. And it was exactly what I needed. Martina, seeing you dance around and have a great time, despite everything, really made my day 1000x times better. My knee surgery last week took a lot out of me and just seeing these wonderful experiences, remembering my own from Italy, it was just wicked. Thank you guys for being awesome!
I swear your videos get better every single time it astounds me! Thank you so much for putting this together, it looks like you both had a fantastic vacation!
I'm gonna watch the video now, but before that: YASSS ANIME LENGHT VIDEO! I've listened to your last podcast and watched your live in Rome so I'm SO excited to watch this now! Love you guys!
So I'm have watched this on 4 different devices so I can get the Ads so I can help you guys a tiny bit for this amazing videos to keep coming!!!( sorry if it doesnt make sense...English is not my first language)
I'm so glad this wasn't only fifteen minutes long! I might have missed Martina grooving through the streets or Simon promoting peace love and happiness by befriending dogs across the world. Not to mention alll that foooood!!!! Loved that the last scene showed Martina in the "Build A Ladder" shirt. To me this video was about the connections you can build through the sharing of food.
Do you know what fellow spoonies really need? A video on how to plan and get through a holiday when chronically ill or in pain, especially overseas. I'd love to see essential things to take with, advice on activities, things like that. I know you guise would be perfect to make such an important video! I'm considering going overseas in the next year after 13 years in my country and would love tips and tricks from people who know.
Wait... Does Barbara have dinners at her home regularly? Oh what an experience that is! I adore local markets too. Excellent trip and view you two... treasured memories. ☺️
I've watched alot of travel/eating videos, and they're good, but there is something about your videos. The time you take to edit them and the content, it's just magical. I really want to thank you guys for all your hard work and time you put into your videos.
Absolutely one of the best travel videos I've seen in the past 20 years of globetrotting and seeking "inside information" on different cities. please keep it up! Well done y'all!!!!!
Cacio e Pepe is actually made with the particular Pecorino Cacio di Roma cheese in Rome, which is younger, a lot less salty and more creamy than its close relative, Pecorino Romano. This cheese is very hard to find abroad, which is why you definitely need to try Cacio e Pepe in Italy, and preferably in Rome.
Going to Rome for first time in July with my wife, for her 40th ...want to do authentic off beaten track eating and this has put me right in the mood thanks , Paul . Scotland . Subbed ya
Thank you guys so much! My husband and I spent out honeymoon in Rome and this just brought back all the beautiful memories. Love you both so very much!!!
Hey Martina! Hey Simon! Glad you guys enjoyed the trip! I've always wanted to go to Italy and wondered where to eat. You guys are so convincing, my mouth was watering😳 most likely have to start saving to go now.
Thank God you didn't cut that video short. This was wonderful to watch! All the amazing food and how happy you both looked! Although I have to admit my favourite moment was Martina tricking Simon to get some noodles. Probably not Simons favourite moment but hey.....you can't have everything right? 😂
Hi Martina and Simon. I hope you'll read this someday, and it will cheer you up on the difficult days. Because of you and this amazing video of yours I met with the nicest people. And we got to have a very tasty dinner at Barbara's. We were three couples from different parts of the world that met just because your vlog, all of us watched it before coming to Rome, sitting at the same table at some 'strangers' home, eating and drinking and having a beautiful conversation and a lot of laughs. So, THANK YOU, and Barbara loves you back! p.s. the pizza was awesome !!
Oh wow, thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us! We had a truly delightful time at Barbara’s home and I’m thrilled to hear you had a good time PLUS met other people that were lovely too! And yeah....how great was that pizza? 🤤
I LOVED Rome, all of Italy, I love! We had such a good time with meeting and talking to the people of Italy. Yes, the food was great, we were just 18 running around eating everything in sight. We too asked people we meet where to eat, were THEY liked to eat. Most kind souls love to share a good food find. The fact we where Texans speaking, very poorly, Italian, with a heavy twang, made them laugh and help us out. I sit here, in front of my screen, drooling, but also remembering so many sweet people and gorgeous sights. Thanks for the chance to go down a happy memory lane.
I'm Brazilian, but my grandparents (my dad's parents) are the first generation from their families of Italian children that grew up in Brazil. My grandma, who is going to be 91 this year, always made pasta and salami and all kinds of Italian desserts for us. She used to let us watch her cooking, but we couldn't touch anything until all the food was ready, hahaha. There isn't a single woman from her family that can't cook incredibly. Your video made me feel some sort of nostalgia for a country I never met, but I know its roots are deep in my heart. I reeeeeally wanna go to Italy now :) Btw, could you kiss that pretty nose of Spudgy for me? I love old doggies
I'm one of your long time fan and I'm Italian: this is HEAVEN for me ❤️ You guys are the sweetest people and your creativity and video editing are always flawless. As I live in the South I know how caring, kind and warm people here can be and I'm beyond happy that two amazing people like you could experience that, cause you deserve it all. Hope you'll be back someday.
Have I ever said that your travel vieos are my favourite travel program? No? YOU ARE THE BEST TRAVEL PROGRAM EVER! And yes yes, I know food is the main point but this whole package of Simon, Martina, Travel and Food is just amazing.
Hello!! I'm the girl who served you as Bonci (the girl with the black t-shirt!) !! I remember you very well .... I remember her fuxia hair ... and her particular shoes !!! you were very nice, in fact it is true, I gave you a supplì! it's nice to find out by chance between youtube videos ... and see me in your shoot! 🙈
Hello! Martina here (girl with the pink hair) Wow amazing you found our video! We love Bonci, the food is so delicious and we miss the taste now that we are back home in Japan. You were all so very busy with many customers, but you were still so kind and nice :) thank you for that! 🍕 I hope you had some more customers visit after our video; we saw some Instagram pictures and tweets from people visiting and also agreeing your pizza is so delicious!
Hi Im visitting Rome soon and would like to know if Bonci has vegetarian options? :)
@@ImKeyra you can always order margherita :-)
My grandparents are Italian, but had to flee the country because of the war. They based themselves in Argentina and made their family there. They were able to go back to visit family a couple of times, but my mum was never able to go. My sister and I want to take her there and dreamt about it for so long, and if everything goes right we will do it next year!! :D This video inspired me so much, and we will for sure be visiting some of the places that you recommended!
Thank you so much for this video, you never fail to make my heart warm every time I watch your videos. Big hugs!
Gisela Cappiello I’m based in Milan, but I wan born and lived most of my life in Rome, I’m pretty much obsessed with food and cooking, please if you need any suggestion just ask.
Made me tear up
Did you end up going?? I need to know!
honestly how do y'all not have your own travel and food show on television. this was SO GOOD.
Vixxie Vultee I imagine that they've had offers, but Martina's health problems make that impossible.
I've heard them say they prefer having the freedom of working on their own terms as well :D
i agree but also, yt food channels > than tv food shows :’)
It brought tears to my eyes to see how Martina built such a huge ladder by jumping and running and dancing off her pizza ❤️❤️ Both of you enjoying yourselves even though some days are rough is what makes us all work hard to be as happy as you both! Keep eating and enjoying life and Martina, never regret what sacrifices you made to enjoy that day! Because happy lived moments are always worth it (*im working on that myself*💕)
LOVE YOU GUYS ❤️💙💚
My girlfriend may or may not have started crying at how happy the two of you are.
the love they have for each other is so beautiful
The number of times I hear of people going to Italy and getting trapped in these touristy garbage places, it's refreshing to see you guys have an authentic experience! Y'all are doing the real work! :)
airplainchild its nice when they do it in Japan and Korea but its absolutely refreshing to see them do it in touristy places like Italy.
Yes you're right. I'd say MOST of the tourists in Italy end up eating in those tourists traps which is such a shame as they get a bad idea about italian food.
As a rule: IF IT HAS PHOTOS OF THE DISHES, STAY AWAY!! It's a tourist trap.
No local needs pictures to order food.
Exactly go to the class neighborhoods in the little old villages there is the real Italian tradition and experience
WHAT IS THIS QUALITY?! IS THIS HEAVEN?! THOUGHT I'M ON UA-cam
this video actually made me so happy...
right ? give these guys a fucking TV show fam
Full length feature film.
Love it ❤
The old hypeman at Barbara's is giving me life. He's so proud of Simon and Martina.
As a native Roman I can tell you. You've selected GREAT places and are offering a true, authentic, insider's views on the spectacle of Roman cuisine. To me Roman food is only second to Napolitan and (maybe) Emilian cuisine; of course there are regional specialties everywhere but I think them 3 better represent and synthetize the amazing culinary tradition of Italy. Nice job!
Non avevo voluto guardare il video prima per paura dei posti scelti ma devo dire che sono stati bravissimi infatti!
I love Rome
My dream is to visit Rome someday
I wish i can go there
had a great time when I visited Rome this summer even I was alone but yet I did enjoyed. I was planning of going back in the summer of 2020 and I hope I can have the chance meeting you and show other places I didnt see and of course eating the best food in Italy. I havent tried the gelato when I was there. Hahaha
This comment helps me so much! My mother's family is from Rome and I desperately want to go and experience my culture. This guide totally helps. Knowing that a local approved is awesome!
In Munich, there is a place called Emilia Pizza. Maybe it's Emilian, never knew there was cuisine like this ^^
Nothing makes me yearn for traveling like your videos. Thank you for making every place look so magical. ❤️
Love the video guys! I always like to see when other cultures embrace travelers. It lets you know that there’s still kindness and humanity left in the world.
Love the video, its length and its vibe, I just love everything about it. I love the fact that you are always so excited about the little things as well, about the simple things, about the things people usually are not excited about. Few days ago I listened to your podcast where you talked about your way of being tourists and it honestly made me relieved. I have so many similarities with you on that case. When I went to New York I tried to explore the little restaurants and to talk with people and just to enjoy the city, to actually explore the real New York, instead of just going to a certain building or site, take a picture and go. Many friends were disappointed when I told them I didn't go see the Liberty statue, but for me to spend that time doing exactly what you guys did is a far more precious moment. Thank you for not giving up even though your harships never stop and thank you for making our lives better with each video! Love you guys, kisses from Bulgaria
Wow I got emotional reading this. Thank you! I'm glad you agree with us on how to travel :D
Avoiding the tourist traps finding the real food and showing it to everyone yall doing the lawds work.
Carry on.
Media Addict the lawds work hilarious
I love this comment!
I love that your content just gets better and better! Came for the kpop back in 2009, stayed for the Simon and Martina!
Thank you for sticking with us!
Same here! Started during my second year of college, in 2009, and stayed because they continually help me get out of my own head and inspire me to get out and #buildaladder. I remember the first video they posted in Korea! I feel like we've almost been growing up together, and it's been wonderful so far.
Wow wee~ that’s a long time! 2009?! I’ve no idea when I started watching them, must of been 6 years ago! Holy shizzz!
It makes me happy to see you guys enjoying yourselves so much!! I know how much walking Rome requires, Martina is truly the cutest soldier taking all that on. Thanks for sharing all your fun
I would say during our two week trip it required five to seven scattered days of hardcore walking for me and the rest were just bed rest and not wondering far from our Airbnb. It was a very challenging trip but absolutely worth it because I didn’t raise the bar super high. I just accepted my limits and enjoyed what I could 😋
Simon and Martina I'm glad to hear it. You do what you can with what you have and you're doin great!
We're back! We were in Rome for a couple of weeks, and filmed a lot of what we ate!
23 min video. Hell yeah.
Glad your home safe and recovering
Simon and Martina, after I saw this video I knew that this summer my holiday destination should be Rome. Took my friend and had amazing time and of course we ate at Osteria da fortunata, tried lots of different gelaterias and our favorite was the one you recommended (we went there 4 days in the row since in was close to our airbnb). I would like to thank you from the bottom of my hart for sharing your experience and making my trip magical!!! Love you both!
Stay strong, Spudgy will always have a special place in my heart.
Thank you for making such a warm and wonderful video! I've been a subscriber since your journeys in Korea. It's really refreshing to watch something that even we, as viewers, can feel the warmth through your videos. 👍🏻
You guys should have your own channel and been sponsor all over the world . Your video quality and content, is so nice to watch.
From the podcasts i heard you say how you really tried to do this trip differently and embrace your health limitations by resting and pacing yourselves to build your ladders through this trip. Knowing that, it gave me so much joy watching this video to have an insight into how special and hard earned (and appreciated) each experience was to you guys. Thank you for sharing your real joy in every bite and in every place you visited. The video was really beautifully shot and composed too. Many thanks!
jazzeecat yes, I think that's we all wanna see: Simon and Martina ENJOYING their trip and take us with them... Instead of trying to make a good video for us and PUSH themself too hard.
I’m so happy you guys documented this! I’m also happy that you’re enjoying your lives without feeling too much pressure to upload. I am really happy for both of you! And Martina! You are my love! Build a Ladder has inspired me soooo much! I have an undiagnosed connective tissue disorder (because America sucks at this) and currently have a concussion as well; but build a ladder has been helping me keep going, or just take the time to stop and heal. Thank you guys so much. I’m going on 7 years of subscribing, and am currently getting ready to go to Korea as an University Exchange student in the fall. I’ve been rewatching all the FapFaps and Wonderful Adventure Times! So much love for both of you!!!!
I've been to Italy two years ago, but now I really want to go again! The food is great, the buildings are beautiful, the people are extremely nice and the weather is amazing too. It's the perfect vacation destination. You're video really shows all the REAL good stuff, it shows what really makes you fall in love with a country/city. I love you guys so much. I've been watching your videos since 2013 and you're definitely one of my favourite channels.
Thank you for the kind words and for watching us for so long. Almost five years now!
This is definitely the best video you’ve ever done. I enjoyed it so much 😊❤️
I can't tell you how much I love that you guys had this experience and thought to make such a wonderful video that showcases that (plus the other videos and the stream). I didn't think I'd get emotional by the end of it, but I'm just so happy for the both of you. I wish the absolute best for you guys and I'm going to cry lol! It was Simon talking about his dream of buying fresh food that undid me. Martina bouncing around Rome was unbelievable to see, as well. Just, thank you for every little thing that you guys do. Thank you for existing.
BEAUTIFUL video! The scenery! The views! The food shots! I really appreciate the effort you put into every video
Kaitlyn Peterson uh
Simon and Martina; I've been subscribed to your channel for a few years now. I've always enjoyed your videos, my passion for asian cuisine has grown stronger over the years thank to you, but I am so happy you finally went on an eating spree in Italy!
I was born and raised in Rome, but I'm living in another city now. Your video felt like home, it was heartwarming to see two people who so sincerely loved my hometown. I would have loved to hang around with you guys. And Bonci's pizza is top notch, I am glad you enjoyed it! I hope you will be able to go back someday, so I can suggest you a ton of other great places (or maybe take you there myself ahah)
DON'T SKIP THE ADS GUYS!!!
don't worry, i have UA-cam Red
MidnightFlower13 I would like to know this also. Someone please let us know.
I rewatched just so I watched the ads both times
From what I heard, if you just press skip ad as soon as the button comes up, the youtuber gets nothing. And they get more money the longer we watch the ad. So if it's a minute long ad and it was gonna pay $1 to the creator, but we skipped at the 30 seccond mark, they might only get $0.25. These are just made up numbers and sadly I can't confirm if any of it is true though.
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I just love the way you guys just capture the whole beauty of Rome not just the food but also the scenery. I really enjoy your videos 😊
With everything Martina has been through, I'm so happy to see her hopping and jumping and running around! And of course with the help and support of Simon. You both are amazing !!
Wow this makes me want to go to Rome 😍 looks like you guys have the best time in food paradise. It must be refreshing to be surrounded by a different cuisine, even if Japanese is obviously amazing as well 😃
I literally was crying!! Italy is one of the most beautiful places I know!! I was living in France and when I visited Italy, it felt like home!! (Argentina).
I love your videos and I hope you enjoyed a lot!!
I honestly think Rome was the most beautiful city I've ever seen.
Simon and Martina It's such a magical place!! And at night is wonderful!!
I love your content!! Continue with your amazing work!!
Your videos are always so good quality o:
You have no idea how happy it makes me to see you guys having fun and enjoying Italy!! You were extremely respectful and lovely and THIS, as an italian myself, is what I love to see from turists. You two are truly special! Hope you'll be back someday :)
I swear you guys are ambassadors for every country that you go to! You show the good in everywhere that you go. : )
Martina fooling Simon by saying there was a puppy and taking some pasta KILLED ME. You guys are so much fun to watch XD
This is so lovely, light and wholesome. Only you two can do that.
Eevee M he said duck a million times and said sexually “spank me with that tray” You wouldnt and shouldnt let children watch it so it is not wholesome
My husband and I went to Barbara’s during our honeymoon based off of this video and it’s one of our top experiences of the trip! We went to some special Michelin star restaurants, and what it comes down to is those were art, and Barbara’s is lovingly homemade family! It was so special thank you for sharing this!!!
I’m going to Rome in September and I’ll DEFINITELY try to book with Barbara and try all of these places!
Awesome!
Try Also La Lupa near Termini station it s very famous by us Romans here
I cried happy tears 3 times during this video. Your appreciation and gratitude for the moments you experience is so special, I love that you don't take these memories for granted. Love you guys.
My husband and I went on our (Covid delayed) honeymoon in September of 2022 to Italy. I saw this video when it was released and tucked it away for the future. Courtesy of that, we actually got to visit Barbara for dinner while we were in Rome and it was the highlight of our trip. Pure magic courtesy of this video!
That was such a beautiful video. I definitely want to go to Barbara's. It truly felt like a good family home. I love that setting. Now to go watch funny bloopers.
You guys manage to make me want to go to every place you travel to! Everything looks so delicious! Amazing video as always
Can I just say that I just love you guys
Honestly you guys are on the top of you're game. This video was so technically well done but the intimacy & love in it really brought it to life. Inspired.
Your videos always give me such great joy. I too suffer from several chronic health problems including chronic pain, and depression. When ever I need a pick me up I open your channel and start watching your videos. It doesn't matter the content, or if I've seen the video before, I always feel better afterwards. Simon and Martina thank you for helping me feel better just by being yourselves.
Your videos are amazing and so inspiring.
These couple is so unique.. They are just enjoyable to watch.. Love you guys😘
I’m so happy the video is finally out!! Been waiting for it since I heard you guys were in Rome. Loved the video, amazing as always!!
I've watched so many travel and food videos, and I've gotta say your time in Rome is the kind of experience all travelers dream of having. No jockeying with hundreds of other tourists to get one picture of a famous site, no shameless tourist traps, just having fun interacting with the locals. I know this will be a time in your life you will never forget, and as an armchair traveler, I'm envious. Thanks so much, Simon and Martina!
I absolutely loved Rome. The people were wonderful and the food was out of this world! Glad you had a great time.
Was just watching your videos because I couldn't fall asleep and realised you posted such perfect timing. I LOVE YOU GUYS SO MUCH ❤️ and I also I love your super long food videos they're usually the ones I go back to and watch. I also went to Japan a couple weeks ago and your videos really helped me get around with my family 😊
That didn't feel like a 23 minute video! I was like wait, it's over already? ON TO THE BONUS CHANNEL AND BLOOPERS! 😁
Mellissa Ann yep!
This video makes me so happy! I'm italian and it is the first time im super familiar with the place you're filming in and with the food you're eating, it feels weird. I'm glad you guys enjoyed your time in Rome. I wish I could have met you but hey I guess I have to come to Japan to do that 😁
I wonder how different it feels!
Oh man what a dream that would be. You've magically added Rome to a place I have to visit some day. Everything looked so amazing. You two have such a way with making these videos.
Not only does the food look absolutely amazing as expected, but the way Simon and Martina but together these stories is just incomparable! I can watch over and over and all their videos always make me feel so happy!
Yeah!! I missed you both, thank you for the longer video!!
Thank you for your patience. This was a huge video to edit!
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING VIDEO, YOU GUYS. Holy guacamole. I am loving the new techniques you've been building. Also I am SO FREAKIN' HAPPY FOR YOU that you had this trip together
Thank you, I was kinda stressed and anxious today but this video made me so happy
I have been with you guys since 2014 I know that's not a while but you guys have helped me with so much problems in my life. I just want to thank you guys from the bottom of my heart.
I love when Martina has good days. Seeing her jump and dance around makes me smile.
I'm heading to Rome next month so very excited to visit these places! Hope I can book Barbara's place as that looked fantastic! Thanks for providing some gems!
Stunning footage, commentary and pasta you two xo
I adore that clothes line, it feels so authentic and it reminds me of that stunning view you posted on your Instagram.
It was the same view! Thank you for following our Instagram as well :D
OMG REALIZED IVE BEEN WATCHING YOU GUYS for like ALMOST 6 YEARS!!!!!
A BIG HUGE FAT THANK YOU! I was staying in Rome two weeks ago and all I wanted to eat was the whole menu of the Osteria da Fortunata. It was SO good! And I could not stop watching them making Pasta. I almost cried when Antonia, the elder lady, called me 'mi amore'. Thank you for sharing this with us and making some great memories possible for me. 💕
I've been learning home cooking for the past few years. I JUST started doing italian pasta techniques. Your video could not be better timed to reinforce my interest and give me inspiration.
Thank you so much, Simon and Martina. Your videos are full of energy and your quest to experience a culture's 'true cuisine' is a joy.
Oh it all loooks so good
Please book a meal at Barbara and tell her we say "hi"!
Simon and Martina where is the info to book at Barbara's for tonight?
Simon's voice over at 7:03 hahahahahaaaaa!! That rice mozzarella ball at 10:30 looks like an 'Arancini' ball. So yum. Barbara's house OMGeeeeee!! Eat good food in great company....get to know the locals etc. Looks like fun. Great idea! Ahhhhh, this video brought me straight back to Italy. Tutti Bellissimo!! Thanks for sharing :)
Amazing, fantastic, brilliant, over the top. Too too fabulous! Thank you 🤗🍸🤗🍸🤗
Simon and Martina are relationship goals. Rome is my dream destination and seeing this with you two is giving me major wanderlust. Amazing! 💕
Can I just say HANDS DOWN my favourite part of this video is seeing Martina running & jumping & being happy. ❤️ Imma keep sending up those prayers for you homegirl
Don't mind me, just drinking a glass of box wine in bed and drooling. Amazing footage, guys! Move over, Anthony Bourdain!
I hope your guy's have had a great holiday!!!! I've definitely missed your videos 😊
the iconic: amazing couple paired with amazing food
I watched the bloopers this morning, but I finally had time to sit down and watch this longer video after work today. And it was exactly what I needed. Martina, seeing you dance around and have a great time, despite everything, really made my day 1000x times better. My knee surgery last week took a lot out of me and just seeing these wonderful experiences, remembering my own from Italy, it was just wicked.
Thank you guys for being awesome!
I swear your videos get better every single time it astounds me! Thank you so much for putting this together, it looks like you both had a fantastic vacation!
I'm gonna watch the video now, but before that: YASSS ANIME LENGHT VIDEO! I've listened to your last podcast and watched your live in Rome so I'm SO excited to watch this now! Love you guys!
Zahra Nya OMG you're right! It Is anime-length ^_^ the longer the better! I could watch Simon and Martina forever
Me too! I love everything about them! I hope I can meet them some day 😊😊
I'm an French exchange student in Japan right now, and seeing so much cheese is breaking my heart
ACEKID au Japon Japan's cheese tonkatsu is the best thing EVER
So I'm have watched this on 4 different devices so I can get the Ads so I can help you guys a tiny bit for this amazing videos to keep coming!!!( sorry if it doesnt make sense...English is not my first language)
As someone who grew up and still lives in Rome, this made me appreciate much more my city, love it
I'm so glad this wasn't only fifteen minutes long! I might have missed Martina grooving through the streets or Simon promoting peace love and happiness by befriending dogs across the world. Not to mention alll that foooood!!!! Loved that the last scene showed Martina in the "Build A Ladder" shirt. To me this video was about the connections you can build through the sharing of food.
Do you know what fellow spoonies really need? A video on how to plan and get through a holiday when chronically ill or in pain, especially overseas. I'd love to see essential things to take with, advice on activities, things like that. I know you guise would be perfect to make such an important video! I'm considering going overseas in the next year after 13 years in my country and would love tips and tricks from people who know.
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Wait... Does Barbara have dinners at her home regularly? Oh what an experience that is! I adore local markets too. Excellent trip and view you two... treasured memories. ☺️
I've watched alot of travel/eating videos, and they're good, but there is something about your videos. The time you take to edit them and the content, it's just magical. I really want to thank you guys for all your hard work and time you put into your videos.
Absolutely one of the best travel videos I've seen in the past 20 years of globetrotting and seeking "inside information" on different cities. please keep it up! Well done y'all!!!!!
Thanks so much! We had an epic time and the locals really opened up with favourite places when you asked them :)
I was waiting for this all day !!!!! Wooopp!!! 🇮🇹 ❤
Cacio e Pepe is actually made with the particular Pecorino Cacio di Roma cheese in Rome, which is younger, a lot less salty and more creamy than its close relative, Pecorino Romano. This cheese is very hard to find abroad, which is why you definitely need to try Cacio e Pepe in Italy, and preferably in Rome.
Going to Rome for first time in July with my wife, for her 40th ...want to do authentic off beaten track eating and this has put me right in the mood thanks , Paul . Scotland . Subbed ya
Thanks so much for another great journey full of surprises. You always brighten my day with every new video. 😀👍🍝 🇮🇹
Thank you guys so much! My husband and I spent out honeymoon in Rome and this just brought back all the beautiful memories. Love you both so very much!!!
Hey Martina! Hey Simon! Glad you guys enjoyed the trip! I've always wanted to go to Italy and wondered where to eat. You guys are so convincing, my mouth was watering😳 most likely have to start saving to go now.
Thank God you didn't cut that video short. This was wonderful to watch! All the amazing food and how happy you both looked! Although I have to admit my favourite moment was Martina tricking Simon to get some noodles. Probably not Simons favourite moment but hey.....you can't have everything right? 😂
Baaahahaha glad you enjoyed it despite how long it was. We felt like there were so many epic moments yet we STILL cut out 2-3 restaurants
Hi Martina and Simon. I hope you'll read this someday, and it will cheer you up on the difficult days. Because of you and this amazing video of yours I met with the nicest people. And we got to have a very tasty dinner at Barbara's. We were three couples from different parts of the world that met just because your vlog, all of us watched it before coming to Rome, sitting at the same table at some 'strangers' home, eating and drinking and having a beautiful conversation and a lot of laughs. So, THANK YOU, and Barbara loves you back!
p.s. the pizza was awesome !!
Oh wow, thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us! We had a truly delightful time at Barbara’s home and I’m thrilled to hear you had a good time PLUS met other people that were lovely too! And yeah....how great was that pizza? 🤤
I LOVED Rome, all of Italy, I love! We had such a good time with meeting and talking to the people of Italy. Yes, the food was great, we were just 18 running around eating everything in sight. We too asked people we meet where to eat, were THEY liked to eat. Most kind souls love to share a good food find. The fact we where Texans speaking, very poorly, Italian, with a heavy twang, made them laugh and help us out.
I sit here, in front of my screen, drooling, but also remembering so many sweet people and gorgeous sights. Thanks for the chance to go down a happy memory lane.
I love food and seeing you guys enjoy your food makes me even happier! Love you two!!
A 23 minute video, bless!!
I'm Brazilian, but my grandparents (my dad's parents) are the first generation from their families of Italian children that grew up in Brazil. My grandma, who is going to be 91 this year, always made pasta and salami and all kinds of Italian desserts for us. She used to let us watch her cooking, but we couldn't touch anything until all the food was ready, hahaha. There isn't a single woman from her family that can't cook incredibly. Your video made me feel some sort of nostalgia for a country I never met, but I know its roots are deep in my heart. I reeeeeally wanna go to Italy now :) Btw, could you kiss that pretty nose of Spudgy for me? I love old doggies
i tell you in italian : "vi amo ragazzi siete grandiosi " :-)
I'm one of your long time fan and I'm Italian: this is HEAVEN for me ❤️
You guys are the sweetest people and your creativity and video editing are always flawless. As I live in the South I know how caring, kind and warm people here can be and I'm beyond happy that two amazing people like you could experience that, cause you deserve it all. Hope you'll be back someday.
Have I ever said that your travel vieos are my favourite travel program? No? YOU ARE THE BEST TRAVEL PROGRAM EVER! And yes yes, I know food is the main point but this whole package of Simon, Martina, Travel and Food is just amazing.