There’s something comforting about the dependable, the quotidian, the downright normal. Roman pasta is just that. Amatriciana, carbonara, gricia and cacio e pepe are the main pastas of Rome, and most restaurants have at least two of them on the menu at any given time. They are, by and large, the things Romans love about their food. […]
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Ultimate Guide to the Best Pasta in Rome
Pasta is the gorgeous yellow ribbon that binds Italian cuisine together, and no trip to Rome would be complete without it. But where can you find the best pasta in Rome? It’s hard to beat seasonable, handmade pasta. Photo credit: Maria Bortolotto Every region of Italy has at least one traditional pasta dish to its […]
The Top 5 Spots for Cacio e Pepe in Rome You Need to Try ASAP
This blog post was originally posted on February 2, 2019 and was updated on September 8, 2020. Cacio e pepe is the classic flavor of Rome, and one of its best and most beloved dishes. Cacio is Roman dialect for “cheese”—in this case, assertive sheep’s-milk pecorino romano—and pepe is black pepper. Put it all together, […]
Classic Roman Cacio e Pepe Recipe
Forget bolognese, and cast carbonara aside. When you’re in Rome, the first pasta you need to try is cacio e pepe. This is Roman cooking at its best. Just take a handful of ingredients, cook them with love, and you get one delicious dish. Cacio e pepe means “cheese and pepper” in Italian, and that’s […]
Our Top 7 Tips on How to Eat like a Local in Rome
If you’re visiting the Eternal City anytime soon, there’s just one rule of thumb you have to live by: when in Rome, do as the Romans do. And that goes for dining out too! Don’t stick with the normal tourist fare—immerse yourself in all aspects of Rome’s culinary culture instead! From what to order (and […]
7 Places for the Best Lunch in Rome & What to Know Before You Go
A morning of walking up hills and over cobblestones builds up a fierce hunger, and there’s nothing like a Roman lunch to satisfy it. Lunch in Rome can take many forms, from the classic trattoria to pizza by the slice to snacking at a wine bar. Romans usually eat around 1:00 p.m. Most restaurants offer […]