John Henderson

John Henderson is an American journalist, travel writer, and longtime Rome resident whose career has been defined by curiosity, storytelling, and a passion for discovering places beyond the guidebooks.

A journalism graduate of the University of Oregon, John began his career as a sportswriter before spending more than three decades with the Las Vegas Review-Journal and The Denver Post. Along the way, he also built a successful career as a freelance travel writer, exploring destinations around the world.

A sixteen-month sabbatical in Rome changed everything. Captivated by the city's history, culture, and everyday rhythms, John eventually returned to make the Eternal City his home, where he has lived for more than a decade.

Through his travel blogs, Dog-Eared Passport and TraveLazio, John shares stories that go far beyond the famous landmarks, offering readers an insider's perspective on the places, people, traditions, and daily life that most visitors never experience.

The Cappuccino Chronicles is the culmination of those years of observation and adventure in Rome—a candid, humorous, and heartfelt look at the people, places, and problems that tourists rarely see.