Category: Rome Food & Drink

As I stroll through the cobblestone streets of Rome, I can’t help but be entranced by the city’s rich history, vibrant culture and architectural splendor. Amidst the ancient ruins and historic gems, my heart and stomach are equally captivated by a culinary adventure as unforgettable as the city itself. Roman...

Time and time again, I’m taken aback by how little-known Rome’s street food scene is. Yes, the Eternal City’s assortment of top-class restaurants is nothing short of extraordinary, but sometimes, good old-fashioned streetside snacks can be just as tantalizing. That’s not to say that a sit-down meal in a cozy...

Spirito DiVino is a place I have known and returned to for many years. I have eaten here seven or eight times, and it is one of those restaurants in Rome that never loses its sense of purpose. It is family run, deeply rooted in Roman tradition, and built around...

Rome might be best known for its ancient sites, but during Christmas, the city lights up with festive magic. Imagine Christmas markets filling centuries-old streets, church bells ringing through the air, music echoing from every corner, and stalls selling some of the best food in Rome with a seasonal twist....

What Makes a Great Tiramisu? I don’t think anyone could argue with me when I say tiramisu is the best of the best when it comes to Italian desserts. This layered specialty, which regularly features on my Rome food tours, is made of coffee-drenched ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, cocoa powder, and...

There are two universal truths: Italians take food rules more seriously than soccer fans take penalties, and the rest of the world can’t stop posting pictures of pasta. Somewhere between #foodporn and #carbonara, Roman cuisine has quietly taken over Instagram feeds—and nonna is both proud and slightly horrified. Rome, the...

Compared to well-known neighborhoods like Trastevere, Monti, and Testaccio, Prati tends to get overlooked. While many people are acquainted with Prati due to its location alongside the Vatican, it’s also home to a stellar line-up of eateries. Although I’ve been running my Rome food tours for several years, I still...

The first time I walked through the streets of Rome’s Testaccio neighborhood, the aroma of food nearly made me swoon with hunger. It’s no small surprise considering the Testaccio is one of Rome’s most authentic foodie neighborhoods. It seems as if every square inch has some sort of classic trattoria,...