Category: Rome Food & Drink

Before moving to Rome, I was more concerned with the likes of carbonara, suppli, and cacio e pepe, and other Italian foods than with Roman desserts. After years of calling this city home, it’s safe to say that things have changed! The city’s saccharine delights are an integral part of...

The Jewish community has an enduring and deep-rooted relationship with the Eternal City. These two cultures have become intertwined, so much so that some of Rome’s signature dishes, such as carciofi alla giudìa, have Jewish origins. I’ve dedicated some of my Rome food tours to exploring the cobbled streets of...

The much-loved Italian custom of enjoying an aperitivo is a practice that I wish existed across the globe! It’s a tradition that’s been an integral part of Roman culture since the days of Ancient Rome, and so there’s no better place to revel in this evening ritual than in Italy’s...

Tuscany, Piedmont, and Veneto might take the crown for Italy’s most notable wine regions, but Rome is an equally alluring destination for wine lovers. In fact, I’d go as far as to say that wine tasting in Rome is as good as anywhere else in the country! Wine plays a...

Rome truly is an international city that embraces many different types of cuisine, including some of the best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Europe. This is thanks in part to the bounty of Italian agriculture that surrounds the city and the way Roman cuisine focuses on cooking with the freshest...

When people think of Italian food the mind often conjures up images of lunch and supper dishes filled with pasta, rich sauces, fresh vegetables, and cheese. Yet Rome is festooned with restaurants offering some of the best brunch experiences in all of Europe. One could argue that no Rome food...

In a culinary capital like Rome, you’re sure to spend a great deal of your time tucking into tasty dishes in trattorias and osterias across the city. We all know dining experiences can significantly affect our budget for a trip, so you’re probably wondering what the average cost of food...

If we’re being entirely honest with ourselves, Italian food is not typically known as the most sought-after cuisine for health-conscious folks. However, pizza, gelato, and carbonara aside, you might be surprised to learn that healthy food in Rome isn’t all that difficult to come by. When I first moved to...