When the day starts coming to an end, and you finally decide to sit down for a break from all that site-seeing, it’s the perfect moment to enjoy the Italian tradition of aperitivo. Aperitivo, or Apericena – however you might hear it called – is an essential moment of the Italian experience. A time to […]
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7 Best Places for Aperitivo in Florence (& How to Do It Like a Fiorentino!)
Sometimes travel introduces you to flavor. Sometimes it’s history. And sometimes, in the case of Italy’s beloved aperitivo, it’s a little bit of both. Dining in Italy is almost always an experience above and beyond the meal, and aperitivo is no exception. Aperitivo is about unwinding after work, having a light snack and a drink […]
5 Best Places for Aperitivo in Rome (And How to Enjoy It like a Roman)
Like so many things in Rome, happy hour is a bit slower—and a touch more stylish—than what you might find in other countries. Another important distinction is it’s all about the food—but not in the way you might think! The word aperitivo itself comes from the Latin verb aperire, which means to open your appetite. […]
Guide to Buying Wine in Rome: Where to Shop & Sip
Italian grocery stores have a decent selection of wines. But to dive into the real world of vino, get yourself to the famous enotecas—a mix between wine stores and bars where Italian and international wines are the protagonists. It’s not just about wine here. At an enoteca, you’ll be able to sit down, enjoy a […]
5 Authentic Places Where You Can Eat in Rome in August
Rome changes in August. The center of the city is still swollen with tourists, eager to get in a trip before summer ends. But step out into the residential neighborhoods and you’ll see scores of empty parking spots and shuttered businesses. Why? Because Rome is mercilessly hot and humid in August, and many Romans escape […]
