Things to do in Rome
Food and Wine
1. Learn to Cook a Roman Meal
When in Rome….cook as the Romans do! The Eternal City is famous for a variety of things — the Colosseum, the Pope, its ancient ruins — but one thing that many tourists tend to overlook is its centuries-old culinary tradition. What would Italian cuisine be without tasty Roman specialties like saltimbocca alla romana, spaghetti alla carbonara or Jewish style artichokes?
2. Winery Visit, Tasting, and Lunch at Falesco
When Italy’s leading enologist and wine consultant, Riccardo Cotarella, founded the Falesco Winery with his brother Renzo in 1979, it was with the vision of making a dynamic winery, committed to an innovative approach to the traditional winemaking techniques of the area. Today, Falesco is one of the most well-known and respected wineries in Umbria and Lazio and continues to offer the best of their area in hospitality and wine.
3. Veni, vidi…gustavi – a Spirited Wine Tasting
Salumeria Roscioli deli boasts 450 different kinds of cheeses, more than 100 different kinds of cured meats, a wine list of some 2,200 labels, 20 different types of homemade bread and a professional team of sommeliers and chefs that are eager to introduce you to Italy’s best food and wine.
4. Pasta Romana – A Private Cooking Class
Pasta was most probably introduced to Italy during the Arab conquest of Sicily during the Middle Ages, but it was the Italians themselves who added the sauce. Today there are hundreds of shapes to choose from, each with its own special name, texture and mouth feel: straight or curvy, hollow or solid, the decision of which pasta shape to use depends on the kind of sauce that will be served with it.
5. Pizza Romana
Italy’s most widely known dish is none other than pizza. Why, you ask? Because it’s fast, it’s flavorful, it’s fresh, it’s fragrant and it’s fantastic! Pizza may be common in the US, but it’s nothing like what you’ll find in Rome!
6. A Market Walk and Private Cooking Class
One of the most accurate stereotypes about Italy is that the “Italians don’t eat to live, they live to eat!” And Romans eat (and cook) with a special brio that is also expressed in the city’s vibrant and colorful markets. This half-day lesson combines a market visit with the hands-on preparation of an authentic, multi-course Roman meal.
7. De-Wine: Wines of the Castelli Romani, summer residence of the Popes
Frascati DOC wine is produced in the green hills around Rome in a picturesque area of castles and lakes known as the Castelli Romani. The territory is at the foot of Mount Tuscolo, where ancient Tusculum once stood, and where the town of Frascati now lies.
8. Small Group Food Tour of Trastevere
This 4-hour small-group food tour offers excellent insight into the ancient neighbourhood of Trastevere, made up of a labyrinth of alleys and enchanting squares. You will explore the area, indulging in ten food and wine tastings at seven of Rome’s most historic and locally beloved spots. As you follow your friendly and knowledgeable guide, you’ll also get a glimpse of the daily life of the families who have been serving these delicacies for generations.
9. Small Group Food Tour of the Testaccio District
This 4-hour small-group food tour offers excellent insight into the ancient neighbourhood of Testaccio, located south of the Aventine Hill, right along the Tiber River. Testaccio is not well known among tourists but has an intriguing history that dates back to when grain, olive oil, and other foods were brought to Rome in amphorae. This neighbourhood also features a wonderful market and, most importantly, an amazing food scene.
10. Learn the Basics of Italian Cuisine in a Small Group Cooking Class
As you may know, each region or town in Italy boasts its own unique culinary traditions and culture. So, when in Rome, why not explore the capital city’s authentic Italian cuisine by preparing a three-course meal? You’ll meet an English-speaking assistant who will escort you from a central location in Rome to the class venue. Depending on the number of participants on the day (up to 9 people), the class will be held either at a cooking school or in a professionally equipped home kitchen.
11. Small Group Food and Wine Pairing Class in Rome
Tasting is believing: the right wine can elevate a dish, while even an excellent wine can clash if paired poorly! During this convivial evening at a Roman trattoria, an expert sommelier will guide you through pairing six Italian wines with six dishes, helping you discover the best combinations. From oaky Tuscan reds with meats to crisp whites with Roman pastas, each pairing will reveal something new and exciting about both the wine and the cuisine.
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