It’s hard to avoid stumbling upon Rome’s delis when you visit the Eternal City. With their vintage signage, artful window displays and an alluring odor of fresh cheese that greets you the second you step inside, Rome’s delis are an enduring part of the city’s cultural and culinary heritage. Not to mention, they’re one of […]
Food and Drink in Rome
The 5 Best Cheap Eats in Rome That All Budgets Should Try
Rome is a city full of high quality food bargains. A scoop of gelato is rarely more than €2.50, and an espresso costs about a euro. Street food and pizza are great options to save your food euros, but you’re probably craving a plate of pasta amatriciana and a glass of wine, too. Rome is […]
Even Better than Your Nonna’s: The Best Tiramisu in Rome
Every Italian knows not all tiramisùs are created equal. When thinking of Italian desserts, the first thing that comes to mind is tiramisù. Spongy lady finger biscuits are dipped in coffee, covered in layers of creamy mascarpone and sprinkled with dark chocolate powder—it’s definitely the “pick-me-up” dessert we crave in Italy. And lucky for […]
The 5 Best REAL Carbonaras in Rome That Italians Love
As we say here in Rome: it’s never too cold to eat gelato, and never too hot to eat carbonara. Compared to Rome’s other pasta classics, pasta alla carbonara is the new dish on the block. No trace of it can be found before the 1950s, but in these few years it has become, perhaps, […]
Stop Searching: These Are the 5 Best Places for Dinner in Rome
In Rome, we take our food very seriously. There’s only one way we like our pasta—al dente—and don’t waste our time with overcooked fish or meat. Rome is packed with restaurants around every corner. But the more restaurants we try, the more we fall in love with our all-time favorites. If you want to get […]
How to Order Coffee in Italy: The Complete Guide
Coffee is of crucial importance in all of Italy (coming in just behind the Colosseo in thematic importance). Coffee in Italy goes way beyond just a caffeine fix. It’s a ritual with cultural significance, social relevance and a profound impact in people’s lives. There’s no doubt: some of the world’s best coffee can be found […]
The 10 Best Restaurants in Rome That No Trip Would Be Complete Without
Choosing a restaurant in the Eternal City can be overwhelming. The sheer number makes it difficult to sort the wheat from the chaff, but those who can, will discover the kinds of restaurants that make you want to uproot your whole life and move to Rome. We’ve put together a list of our favorites in […]
The Ultimate Guide to Eating Gluten Free in Rome
With pizza, pasta and bread around every corner, you might think that eating gluten free in Rome is impossible—but you’d be wrong! Although traditional Italian cuisine is largely wheat-based, there are many naturally gluten-free ways to eat in Italy. For example, secondo dishes (main courses) usually consist of meat or fish cooked simply. But what […]
Our Top 7 Tips on How to Eat like a Local in Rome
If you’re visiting the Eternal City anytime soon, there’s just one rule of thumb you have to live by: when in Rome, do as the Romans do. And that goes for dining out too! Don’t stick with the normal tourist fare—immerse yourself in all aspects of Rome’s culinary culture instead! From what to order (and […]
The 5 Food Markets in Rome No Trip Would be Complete Without
Sure… the Colosseum, the Vatican and the Pantheon should definitely be on your to-do list during your Roman holiday. But let’s get real for a second: no trip to Rome is complete without diving into its culinary culture. And essential to that culinary culture are Rome’s food markets. So buckle up and get ready to […]