Food tours are a great way to discover the unique Italian cuisine in Rome, learn about the history of the dishes, and explore some of the most interesting neighborhoods in the Eternal City. One of the best companies to explore it was the first company to really start leading edible days out in Rome: Eating Europe […]
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Apr
Apr
I can’t say that pizza al taglio is ‘having a moment’ in Rome because it never went out of style. Pizza by the slice is a ritual in the Eternal City. It can be a lunch on the go, something simple to enjoy while catching up with a friend, or an afternoon snack. There are […]
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Mar
Mar
When it comes to famous bakeries in Rome, CasaManfredi quickly made a name for itself when it opened in Aventino in 2015. The cornetti are some of the best in Rome, made with imported French butter. And the pain au chocolat? Hard for me to overstate how much I love these. And to top it […]
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Sep
Sep
I truly believe that one of the best ways to experience a new place is through its food. More than just flavors, the cuisine of a certain city or country can tell you about its history, its values, and its culture. Of course, pasta has its place in Italy’s storied recipes – but did you […]
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Oct
Oct
The history behind the saying “ottobrata romana” and the reason Rome is so beautiful in October.
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Sep
Sep
I used to believe that fresh pasta was somehow better than dried pasta. However, living in Italy has proven to be a lesson in many things – and fresh pasta is simply different than dried and each has its beloved place in various recipes. Just know that the idea that fresh pasta is superior is […]
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Apr
Apr
Rome’s primi (first courses) tend to steal the dining thunder. Sometimes it is hard to see past the rich carbonara and impossibly creamy cacio e pepe to the succulent secondi (meat dishes) that await as a second course. In Rome, the true star of the cucina romana is abbacchio. More than mere lamb, abbacchio is […]
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Feb
Feb
I hope you gnocchi how much I enjoy a good joke. Hello? Anyone? But seriously, I need a break from the news and I love a good Dad joke. If you are looking for a little pick-me-up, these pasta jokes are (almost) so bad they are good. And if you have any more pasta puns, […]