A Culinary Guide to Birthday Restaurants in Venice
Venice is one of the top destinations in Italy to host a special occasion like a birthday party or anniversary dinner. The city is filled with some of the finest restaurants for hosting birthday parties, of any scale. From Michelin-starred restaurants like Osteria da Fiore to vegetarian-friendly ristorantes like La...
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Our Curated Guide to Roman Restaurants
The Italian capital’s out-of-this-world cuisine is well-documented by now, but which restaurants in Rome really are the cream of the crop? As with any food-based list, everyone’s take on the city’s top-tier eateries will look a little different. Having spent years of my life residing in Rome, I’d like to...
Your Essential Guide to Halal Restaurants in Rome
As celebrated as Rome’s culinary scene is, I know it can be tricky for first-time Muslim travelers and those who prefer to stick to halal restaurants to navigate. Luckily, the Eternal City is among the top cities in Europe for halal food and I’ve frequented several halal establishments in my...
Essential Guide to Maritozzi Spots in Rome
Romans have quite the affinity for pizza al taglio, porchetta sandwiches, and carbonara, but they’re also rather fond of a sweet treat. The confection of choice for many residents of the Eternal City, myself included, is maritozzi. This classic dessert is a delicious sweet bun filled with thick whipped cream....
The 6 Best Coffee Shops in Florence
Florentines have a lifelong love affair with top-quality brews, and the Italian coffee culture is more vibrant than ever in Tuscany’s capital. With countless cafes specializing in everything from single-origin coffees to American-style varieties, finding the best coffee in Florence is tricky. Each time I’ve been to Florence, I always...
Your Guide to Food Markets in Rome
If you’re anything like me, the rows of fresh fruit, vegetables, cheese, and spices at local food markets are enough to draw you in, but when coupled with vintage finds, books, and artworks, they’re even more alluring and Rome’s food markets are exactly that. One thing I can’t take away...
The 5 Best Gelato Shops In Florence
When I think of Italy and food, three items instantly come to mind: pizza, pasta, and gelato; sorry for the stereotype. Creamy Italian ice cream is happily consumed all year round, especially in major cities like Florence, whether it’s winter or summer. Florence is booming with gelato shops serving seasonal...
The 6 Best Florentine Steaks in Florence
Florentine steak is to Florence as carbonara is to Rome; the two simply go hand in hand, and both are regarded as among the best foods in Italy. Florentine steak, also known as Bistecca alla Fiorentina, is no ordinary cut of beef; it must follow some specific rules to be...
Our Guide to Roman Pasta Restaurants
As the home of four of Italy’s most treasured pasta dishes, I’d be stating the obvious by saying that Rome has some outstanding pasta restaurants, whether it’s the renowned Tonnarello or the up-and-coming al42. However, it can be difficult to pick out the average and the outstanding when visiting a...
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