Campo de' Fiori: For the Love of Roman Food

Taste the flavors of Rome’s traditional cuisine, from pizza to biscotti to salami, while discovering its humble roots.

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Sophie Minchilli grew up in Rome the daughter of an Italian architect and food blogger, Elizabeth Minchilli. She leads food tours in Rome and specializes in celebrating the quaint, authentic places that serve traditional Roman cuisine. On this... More

Duration
63 minutes
Location
Forno Campo de' Fiori
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Forno Campo de' Fiori

Take your first bite - pizza bianca

Medeval Tavern

Stop by what was once a humble restaurant in 1400s Rome

Frutivendolo di Fiduccia Stand

Bone up on the politics of buying fruits and vegetables in Rome

Artichoke Ninja Stand

Snap a picture with this South American ninja

Norcineria Viola

Get your selection of delicious cured meats

Pancrazio Restaurant

Watch the dance of the classical and the modern

Bags and Fruit

Become acquainted with the city's old school fruit suppliers

Eat American

Compare two dramatically contrasting culinary cultures

Original Fish Market of the Ghetto

Get the recipe for an old Jewish fish soup

Ponte Fabricio

Stop on the bridge and hear of the fate of its architects

Sora Mirella

Learn why the clever Romans have had ice-based desserts for centuries

Innocenti

Let your eyes and nose guide you to the tastiest treats

Pizzeria La Boccaccia

Grab some pizza al taglio - before you fade away to nothing!

Trattoria degli Amici

Enjoy some classic Roman fried specialities

Tips & Hours

  • The ideal starting time for this Detour is between 9:30am - 2:30pm, Monday to Saturday.

  • Bring some cash. We recommend 20 Euro, which will be enough to get you a taste of everything.

  • This walk is a moveable feast, so please come hungry. Most importantly, take your time. Romans like to talk, laugh, and drink while they eat. We suggest you do the same.

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