Category: Rome Food & Drink

Trastevere’s endless eateries serve up some of the finest food in Rome, and one thing the area does particularly well is gelato. I’ve sampled the goods in more Roman gelaterias than I can count, especially since starting my Rome food tours. Yet, I keep coming back to a handful of...

Why Trastevere Is a Street Food Hotspot Trastevere has long been known as one of Rome’s most picture-perfect neighborhoods, and what better way to explore the cobbled streets than with a snack or two in hand? In Trastevere, street food is everywhere, which is part of the reason why it’s...

Why Trastevere Is a Pizza Lover’s Paradise Considering it’s a neighborhood famed for its foodie offerings, it’s little wonder Trastevere boasts some stellar pizzerias. Between sit-down eateries and grab-and-go haunts, I’ve dined at quite a few spots in the area since starting my Rome food tours in an effort to...

In Rome, lunch is much more than a meal. It’s an integral part of the city’s culture as it offers an opportunity to pause, savor, and connect with other people as well as the rich culinary traditions of the Eternal City. There are many lunch spots to consider when planning...

You could be forgiven for thinking that Italian cuisine is overloaded with gluten, and not friendly for gluten-intolerant people. Yet as a truly international city, Rome is overflowing with amazing gluten-free restaurants and eateries with tasty gluten-free options. This means if you have celiac disease or are gluten-averse, there are...

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...