Florence After 8pm: Why the Best Meal of Your Trip Starts When the Tourists Go Home
There’s a moment in Florence, somewhere between 7:45 and 8:15, when I can feel the city change shifts. The tour groups have already eaten. The restaurants near the Duomo with hawkers outside and laminated menus in four languages are clearing tables for the next round of early-bird tourists. And quietly,...
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Flavio al Velavevodetto Trattoria (Restaurant) in Rome
Come visit some of our favorite places in Rome! Flavio al Velavevodetto Trattoria (Restaurant), Rome, Italy “I’ve had a passion for cooking since I was fifteen years old, watching my mother and my grandmother cook for the family. This passion grew a little every day, even though I did everything...
Da Enzo al 29 Review: Classic Roman Dishes in a Cozy Trastevere Trattoria
I first came to Da Enzo al 29, years ago after a Roman friend of mine told me he had eaten the best carbonara of his life there. He was born and raised in Rome so I trusted him without hesitation. I had no idea that this little trattoria would...
Finding Unique Pizza in Florence
When you think of Italy, pizza probably comes to mind (along with pasta, amazing coffee, and fresh pastries). The city of Florence in particular is known for many things, from world-famous artworks to stunning architecture, but participating in our food tours reveals that the food is definitely a highlight...
Exploring Testaccio Through History
The name of Testaccio is yet to be discovered by the masses; even in Rome, it remains a secret known mostly to those who live nearby. Yet this tucked-away corner of the city has more than earned its nickname, ‘the heart of Rome.’ For those who come to experience Testaccio’s...
All You Ever Wanted to Know About Prosciutto
Prosciutto is one of the world’s favourite and best-known Italian foods. The history of this cured ham stretches back to pre-Roman times. In northern Italy, in San Daniele, it was the Celtic people who first began curing meat with salt, and in Parma it was the peasants. The traditional process...
The World's Favorite Pasta Shapes - A Guide for Pasta Lovers
Delicious dinnertime staple and favorite among kids and adults alike – pasta is a cultural phenomenon. It’s so popular that World Pasta Day is celebrated on the 25th of October each year! Done well, it can be one of the most delicious and comforting meals in the world. And as well...
5 Best Places to Eat Near the Vatican
When you’re set on a day of sightseeing at the Vatican it can be difficult to find a great place to eat authentic, local food amidst a sea of over-priced tourist spots with pushy hosts. Luckily we’re always here to help you avoid the tourist traps! Here’s a run-down of...
8 Things to do in Florence at Night
With architectural masterpieces at every turn, Florence, on the banks of the Arno river has barely changed since the Renaissance. Brimming with overwhelming beauty, it’s no surprise that entire city is a Unesco World Heritage site. Whether you’re on the search for world-class art or gourmet cuisine, or an immersive...
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