Rome is known for having rather heavy cuisine, with dishes such as pasta alla carbonara, alla gricia, and all ‘amatriciana; all of which feature guanciale (pork cheek) and plenty of the pungent and unmistakable pecorino romano; being among the most common and popular in restaurants. And justifiably so. Not only are they delicious but they are intrinsically […]
Grappa is a brandy made from the pomace of grapes that are produced, vinified, and distilled exclusively in Italy. The production of grappa is a meticulous art, and discovering it is truly a full immersion experience into the fascinating methods used to produce the highest quality grappa. In particular this is done by a dedicated […]
Casa Coppelle is a familiar echo of Fellini’s masterpiece The Dolce Vita, where you find yourself whisked to the place itself, tailing the events of Marcello Rubini, the paparazzi, and the seductive Sylvia, Emma and Steiner, meanwhile capturing precious glimpses of Rome in the 1960s. A short walk from the Pantheon, situated in Piazza delle […]
Cheese lovers know of mozzarella, gorgonzola, and parmigiano, but have you heard of Montasio? If not, it’s time to get familiar with it! Produced from June to September according to traditional, antique methods in Montasio, the highest pastures in the spectacular Alps, this prized cheese is one of the most popular within Italy. The flavorful […]
The Jewish Quarter in Rome is a world of its own, an enclave built by the constraints of a dark history. But since it has become an inviting and elegant corner in Rome, attracting both locals and tourists. It is located just off the busy Lungotevere de’ Cenci street running along the Tiber River. The […]
As the season begins to turn from stifling summer to the cooler and windier autumn months, the temperatures drop; and ideas of dining out in sun-baked piazzas change towards cozy, intimate restaurants tucked away down quiet cobbled streets. However, the capricious Roman weather can mean that you have no idea what the weather will do […]
The beautiful Albani Hills, located just outside Rome, have been a destination of wealthy and important families, not to mention the permanent residence of many monasteries, for millennia. Here in the charming town of Ariccia, where the lip smacking delicious roasted pork known as porchetta became so famous, thanks to the sagra first held in […]
Think meatballs and the image likely comes to mind of a plate of spaghetti slathered in tomato sauce and three heaping meatballs. But did you know that in Italy, meatballs (known as polpette), are not consumed with pasta; but rather as a second dish after the pasta along with a side of vegetables? Italian Americans […]
All roads lead to Rome and among those of taste there is SPACE by Niko Romito, in Piazza Verdi. The chef is from Abruzzo, at the 3-star Michelin restaurant in Castel di Sangro (AQ), who has embarked on a new business venture this year to add to his curriculum. A few months ago, he opened […]
Only in Italy…. Precious jewels, gold, and items of priceless value – most people store such items in a bank’s vault. But come to Italy, and you’ll find banks that store something even more valuable: Parmigiano-Reggiano. Yes, cheese. And a lot of it. Two armored banks, located in the heart of Parmigiano-Reggiano country, […]