When you think of foodie neighborhoods in Rome, what comes to mind? Testaccio? Trastevere? What about San Giovanni? Don’t get me wrong, Testaccio and Trastevere are full of great places to eat, but don’t sleep on San Giovanni either. This neighborhood, named after the church of San Giovanni in Laterano,…
Epiro enoteca and restaurant in Rome Not too long ago, some friends invited me to a new-to-me spot in San Giovanni for dinner called Epiro. Once they said “natural wine”, I was in. Located in its eponymous piazza, Epiro is small but inviting, with cozy indoor dining as well as…
“If you like Mexican food, go to Casa Sànchez.” “Have you been to Casa Sànchez? The food is sooooo good.” “I LOVE Casa Sànchez! You haven’t been?! Oh, you have to go!” After hearing the comments above from three different people on three different occasions, I decided it was time…
Emma Pizzeria in Rome Via del Monte della Farina 28 – open daily from 12:30 – 3:00; 7 – 11:30pm Website – +39 06 64760475 – bookings highly recommended Located near Campo de’ Fiori in the city center, Emma is one of those jam-packed, sparkling restaurants, full of the sounds of clinking glasses,…