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The Superbreak Guide to
Eating in Rome
The Basics
From ancient Rome to the thoroughly modern-day fashion stores, the
Eternal City boasts an endless list of attractions and an abundance of
Rome hotels. Rome’s renowned historic attractions include the Vatican
with Saint Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, the
Roman Forum, and the Pantheon. But don’t leave without throwing a
coin in the Trevi Fountain and climbing the Spanish Steps.
Top 3 Foods to Try:
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Pizza Bianca
Fiori di zucca (zucchini flowers)
Spaghetti Carbonara
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Top Foodie Event
Roma Food & Wine Festival
The unmissable Rome Food & Wine Festival is a must
visit for foodies and wine enthusiasts alike. Throughout
the bustling three day event, you can sample a mouthwatering range of food and pastries from a selection
of Italy’s top chefs, as well as a sample of more than
60 Italian wines. There are also live demonstrations by
professional chefs for anyone wanting to brush up on
their culinary skills! Pre-booking is required and admission with free winetasting is approx €25.
When: May
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Where to go for the...
Best Breakfast:
Dolce Maniera, via Barletta, 27, 00192 Rome
Breakfast for Romans usually consists of a cappuccino and a cornetto on the
go (the Italian answer to croissants). The Dolce Maniera 24hr bakery sells a
range of baked treats; the almond cornetto is a must.
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Best Coffee:
La Tazza d’Oro, via degli Orfani, 84, 00186 Rome
Cool down from the Italian heat at this bustling 1940s style city centre café
with a granita di caffè ; a sweet, iced coffee topped with a generous helping of
cream.
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Best Pizza:
Al Forno della Soffitta, via Piave, 62, 00187 Rome
Surrounding the glow from the traditional brick oven at the heart of this classic
Italian pizzeria, the pizzas here are made before your eyes from freshly spun
dough and an impressive range of tasty toppings.
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Best Lunch:
Mordi e vai, Nuovo Mercato Testaccio, via B. Franklin, 00153, Rome
For an authentic lunchtime treat head to the Mordi e Vai stall at the new
Testaccio Market. Chef Sergio Esposito’s delicious polpette e panini puts a
meatball Subway to shame.
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Best Ice Cream:
Giolotti, via Uffici del Viccario, 40, 00186 Rome
Often voted the best in Rome by locals, Giolotti is an historic gelaterie located
a stone’s throw from the Pantheon. Try crema marrone flavour (chestnut);
favourite of Pope John Paul II.
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Best Dinner:
Moma, via San Basilio, 42, 00187 Rome
After you tire of stuffing yourself with heavy pasta dishes, try Moma for
beautifully presented, stripped back modern cuisine infused with Italian culinary
tradition.
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Best Bar:
La Barrique, via del Boschetto , 41/B, 00184 Rome
With one of the most impressive offerings of Champagnes, German and Italian
wines in the city, sophisticated wine bar La Barrique has taken off from humble
beginnings. Don’t miss the authentic local atmosphere.
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Best Family Restaurant:
La Tavernaccia, via Giovanni da Castelbolognese, 63, 00153 Rome
For a hearty slab of lasagne the whole family can tuck into try La Tavernaccia; a
lively, family run business serving up generous portions of traditional Italian fare.
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Best Light Bite:
Filetti di Baccala, Largo dei Librari, 88, 00186 Rome
If you find yourself looking for a quick supper in Rome, try Rome’s answer to
fish and chips at this traditional friggitoria (fried food seller) tucked away in a
pretty piazza. Try the simple fried cod and zucchini flowers.
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Dolce Maniera, via Barletta, 27, 00192
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Best Coffee
La Tazza d’Oro, via degli Orfani, 84, 00186
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Best Pizza
Al Forno della Soffitta, via Piave, 62, 00187
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Moma, via San Basilio, 42, 00187
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Best Bar
La Barrique, via del Boschetto , 41/B, 00184
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Best Family Restaurant
La Tavernaccia, via Giovanni da Castelbolognese,
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Mordi e vai, Nuovo Mercato Testaccio, via
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Best Light Bite
Filetti di Baccala, Largo dei Librari, 88, 00186
Best Ice Cream
Giolotti, via Uffici del Viccario, 40, 00186
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Top Tips
To make sure you have the lowdown on Rome, we’ve asked our panel
of experts including the best bloggers, locals and staff at Superbreak
for their best suggestions on making the most of your trip.
“Pizza in Rome has nothing to do with the kind you find in Naples just two
hours down the road. In Rome, pizza is thin - really thin. There is no lip
to the crust and if it’s done well it has a nice ‘char’ to it. There are many
exceptional places in Rome to experience the real thing just remember they
only light up the wood fired ovens at night so reserve your pizza outing for
dinner.”
Eating Italy Food Tours, www.eatingitalyfoodtours.com
“If you’re looking for a cheap and authentic meal, the tiny restaurant of Er
Buchetto is dedicated solely to spelling porchetta. Alessandro Fioravanti
is owner, operator, chef and waiter just like his father Franco before. His
porchetta is seasoned in a special mix of spices before being slow roasted
for four hours. The entire body of the pig sits in the restaurant window and
Alessandro simply carves pieces off for the customers serving it plain or in a
crusty roll. The salty, succulent slices of pig are a match made in heaven with
a glass of red wine and super cheap to boot.”.
Gourmet Chick, www.gourmet-chick.com
“If you’re out and about near the Roman Forum, you must visit Il Farmer’s
Market della Capitale, just across from it. This indoor market is a great place
to pick up fresh produce, meats, cheese, honey, bread, and olive oil from
the surrounding Lazio region. You can even make arrangements with certain
vendors to visit their farms.” Chantal Martineau, www.foodrepublic.com
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