Full Description
Rome is not only a city steeped in history, but also a true paradise for food lovers. A Taste of Rome unveils the culinary soul of the Eternal City during the Holy Year - from hidden trattorias tucked away in narrow alleyways to legendary cafés that have been cherished for generations. Alongside authentic recipes such as Cacio e Pepe, Carciofi alla Romana, and Saltimbocca, this book shares captivating anecdotes about Roman food culture and its deep-rooted traditions. Detailed insider tips reveal where locals shop, dine, and enjoy their aperitivo, offering a genuine taste of Roman life. With stunning photography and a harmonious blend of travel guide and cookbook, this volume invites readers to experience Rome with all their senses - whether strolling its ancient streets or cooking at home.
Contents
6
INTRODUCTION
FOREWORD 6
ROMAN CUISINE 8
ROME 10
14
TRASTEVERE
EGGS 16
L'ANTIDOTO 22
SEU PIZZA ILLUMINAT I 28
INSIDER TIPS & GOOD TO KNOW 34
38
AROUND
THE VATICAN
ROMANÈ 40
PULEJO 46
BIANCA TRATTORIA 52
LA PERGOLA 58
INSIDER TIPS & GOOD TO KNOW 64
68
MONTI, ESQUILINO &
SAN LORENZO
INEO 70
FORNO CONTI 76
IL MARATONETA 82
MAZZO 88
INSIDER TIPS & GOOD TO KNOW 94
98
HISTORIC
CENTER
LA CIAMBELLA 100
CAMPOCORI 106
FRATELLI TRECCA 112
CIAO ALIMENTARI 118
RETROBOTTEGA 126
TULIPANE 132
ROSCIOLI SALUMERIA 138
INSIDER TIPS & GOOD TO KNOW 144
148
TREVI FOUNTAIN &
TRIDENTE
DON PASQUALE 150
SAN BAYLON 156
LUMEN COCKTAILS & CUISINE 162
GIANO 168
INSIDER TIPS & GOOD TO KNOW 174
178
THE SOUTH:
TESTACCIO &
SAN GIOVANNI
DOGMA 180
PIATTO ROMANO 186
CHECCHINO DAL 1887 194
180 GR 200
SCIMA 206
SANTOPALATO 212
TRECCA 218
INSIDER TIPS & GOOD TO KNOW 224
226
SERVICE
CAFFÈ—A GREAT START TO A BUON GIORNO!
228
GOURMET SHOPPING 230
APERITIVI—THE BEST PLACES FOR A
GLASS OF WINE IN THE EVENING 232
234
INDEX
240
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