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A Table in Testaccio: Discovering Rome at Romeo

In the most genuine of Rome’s neighborhoods, Testaccio, where daily life unfolds between market stalls, neighborhood bars, and the hum of local conversation, Romeo, founded by Massimo Scordino, opened its doors this past March. The restaurant fits naturally into the area’s rhythm — a place that doesn’t chase trends or reinterpret tradition, but simply honors it. It celebrates true Roman identity through honest cooking, convivial … Continue reading A Table in Testaccio: Discovering Rome at Romeo

Rowena Dumlao
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Box 71 at Mercato Irnerio: Home-Style Roman and Mediterranean Cuisine

Mercato Irnerio may not be Rome’s most famous food market, but it radiates a unique charm and offers a treasure trove of delightful culinary experiences. Situated in the northwest of the city near the Cornelia metro stop and along via Aurelia, this traditional Roman market seamlessly combines stalls selling fresh produce, clothing, and household goods with a selection of inviting eateries. Though smaller and less … Continue reading Box 71 at Mercato Irnerio: Home-Style Roman and Mediterranean Cuisine

Rowena Dumlao
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Osteria Fratelli Mori in Rome Hosts the First Roman Cuisine Street Art Mural

To celebrate twenty years of activity, Osteria Fratelli Mori has commissioned the artist Emans to create “Magna e Mori”, the first mural dedicated to Roman cuisine within a restaurant. On June 5, 2024, Osteria Fratelli Mori marks an important milestone: twenty years since Ambrogio Mori, with the support of his wife Giuliana and sons Alessandro and Francesco, ventured into the restaurant business. Over two decades, … Continue reading Osteria Fratelli Mori in Rome Hosts the First Roman Cuisine Street Art Mural

Rowena Dumlao
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Caligola Osteria Sincera: A Roman Restaurant Where You Can Find Authenticity and Quality in the Kitchen

As a tourist in Rome, it can be confusing to choose which restaurant to go to for Roman cuisine. There are a lot in the city but it’s always in our interest to choose the ones that put quality in the forefront. Opened in October of 2022, one of the capital’s best bet is Caligola Osteria Sincera located in the Prati, a very central area … Continue reading Caligola Osteria Sincera: A Roman Restaurant Where You Can Find Authenticity and Quality in the Kitchen

Rowena Dumlao
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Hosteria Grappolo d’Oro: Where Authentic Roman Cuisine at the Center of Rome Has Excellent Quality and Reasonable Prices

We all think that when a traditional restaurant is located at the very heart of the touristic center of a city, we tend to avoid it and look farther down the road. But with Hosteria Grappolo d’Oro, you can stop at their doorstep and swing that door open – with trust. In fact, it was recently added at the Michelin 2023 Guide. The restaurant is … Continue reading Hosteria Grappolo d’Oro: Where Authentic Roman Cuisine at the Center of Rome Has Excellent Quality and Reasonable Prices

Rowena Dumlao
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Trippa Osteria: A Roman Restaurant That Specializes in Tripe

Throughout my childhood I didn’t eat tripe. That’s something that you wouldn’t expect to hear from the owner of a restaurant that specializes in tripe. It’s an antithetical stance considering that Alessandra Ruggeri has chosen this iconic ingredient as a base for the traditional dishes at her restaurant Trippa Osteria. But things make sudden reversals as time and experiences change the taste buds and point … Continue reading Trippa Osteria: A Roman Restaurant That Specializes in Tripe

Rowena Dumlao
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Trattoria Pennestri in Rome, Italy

In a span of only one year, Italian-Danish Chef Tommaso Pennestri and Argentinian Sommelier Valeria Payero received an immense satisfaction in the restaurant that they opened in Rome last year. Trattoria Pennestri, located in the area of Ostiense, is a restaurant that continues to revive the true concept of the identity of a genuine Roman trattoria where you can eat and drink well and above … Continue reading Trattoria Pennestri in Rome, Italy

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Osteria Fratelli Mori in Rome, Italy

Fifteen years ago it was called Novecento, today it has been christened with another name with a new identity. Osteria Fratelli Mori opened in 2004 with the Mori family’s passion for food. Headed by Ambrogio, husband to Giuliana and father to Alessandro and Francesco, the restaurant became one of the best referral points for good Roman cuisine in the capital. Ambrogio used to cook for … Continue reading Osteria Fratelli Mori in Rome, Italy

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