Trendy Eats in Rome

Trendy Eats in Rome

By Roo Sadegi

The former printworks of the Il Manifesto daily paper provide a post-industrial setting for Reef, a restaurant masterminded by Antonello Colonna, the Italian government's banqueting supremo. The design, by Marco and Ginaluigi Giammetta, is bold and raw-edged, right down to the sand on the floor which gives the place its name. Glass, iron, and light provide the ambiance for an inventive seafood cuisine that artfully marries the savours of vegetables, fish, and shellfish. Outstanding specialties include saltimbocca di rana pescatrice alla salsa di marsala (roulade of frog in marsala wine sauce), rombo (turbot) with artichokes, moscardini (small fish) kebabs with a salad of broad beans and Pecorino cheese, and swordfish couscous. For fans of raw fish, the sushi, sashimi, and makisushi menus change daily, depending on the latest catch.

Reef

Piazza Augusto Imperatore, 42-48.

Meals served 8pm to Midnight.

Open Saturday until 12:30am and Sunday 1pm to 3pm.

Closed two weeks in August.

A wind of change wafted through Rome's pizzerias when La Spizzicheria opened for business in the spring of 2002, boasting a menu of all-organic pizzas prepared with choice regional produce such as Colonnata bacon and Pecorino cheese from Fossa. The revolution sprang from the experience of Tana deil Golosi, a food-lovers' society dedicated to protecting and fostering research into regional cooking. An oasis of new tastes and guaranteed freshness, La Spizzicheria has been jam-packed from day one. The surprises continue with the desserts: the wide range of ice creams are all certified 100 percent organic.

La Spizzicheria

Via Domenico Fontana, 26-28.

Meals served noon to 3:30pm and 7:30pm to 11:30pm.

Closed Sundays.

La Pergola is one of the best bets for dining in Rome hotels. The restaurant is on the top floor of the Hilton, perched atop Monte Mario. The magnificent terrace overlooking the city affords a breathtaking view--as do the large bay windows of the dining room. In winter, the terrace is replaced by the cosy atmosphere of an elegant brasserie, with an American bar (reserved for guests and diners). Chef Heinz Beck's creations, served on fine crockery, send Rome's "in" crowd into raptures. Dishes include scorpion fish ravioli seasoned with squid ink and bell peppers, zucchini flower fritters with shellfish and saffron broth, or, in winter, pigeon breasts with a puree of parsley, quail's egg, and white truffles from Alba.

La Pergola (Hilton Hotel)

Via A. Cadlolo, 101

Meals served 7:30pm to 11pm.

Closed Sunday, Monday, two weeks in August, and three weeks in January.

Roo Sadegi is an online travel writer based in London's East End, although he spends much of his time travelling around Europe's travel hotspots.

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Travelling to Rome

Author: barry summers

If you are planning on a vacation, then taking a trip to Rome is something that seriously needs to be considered. The reason for this is because Rome is one of the most popular destinations for visitors across the whole world. There are several reasons for this. Very few cities in the world offer so much in the way of art, architecture, culture and religion. In fact a big portion of the visitors who come here like to visit the Vatican. The Vatican which is situated within the city is home of the Roman Catholic Church. Because of all these reasons and more, finding cheap flights to Rome is a relatively easy task.

All the major airlines in Europe and a few smaller ones have regular service to Rome. There are plenty of web sites which specialize in cheap flights Rome. The city of Rome has something to offer for everyone. One of biggest draws of this city is the Coliseum. In fact it is so well known, the design of the building has come to represent the city. This is a sporting complex built nearly 2000 years ago and it housed the gladiatorial battles. It is one of the biggest single monuments of the ancient world. Other architectural attractions include the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Food is also another highlight of Rome. After all it is the capital of Italy, which is the cuisine capital of Europe.

As mentioned before, a large portion of visitors who go to Rome go there to visit the Vatican. One of the main Architectural delights is of course the famous St. Peters Basilica. This cathedral is teeming with artwork done by some of the most famous artists of the renaissance period. One thing to keep in mind when booking cheap flights to Rome is cheaper accommodation. There are many choices for a person to stay, from small family owned bed-and- breakfast and youth hostels. The trick is to go off season time to find the best rates on air tickets as well as accommodation. The summer months are the busiest season. Therefore if you are flexible with your time, then finding cheap flights Rome will be easy.

When booking cheap flights to Rome you have to make sure you will be arriving at the correct airport. Rome has 2 airports, Leonardo da Vinci airport and Fiumicino International Airport. Most of the cheaper flights arrive at Leonardo da Vinci Airport.

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