This bakery is tucked in the hills of Grottaferrata, located in the Pratone and can be a bit…read moredifficult to find. However just ask, all the locals know how to get there! It's full, especially on weekends. Delicious bakery pizza ordered by the weight. Two of my favorites are the sweet onions with tuna or the roasted yellow and red bell peppers. They make a crostata (pie) of pumpkin and another of mela cotogna, an ancient fruit similar to both an apple and pear which is not commonly found in other bakeries. We like them so much that we often serve a slice in our cafe with a cup of tea. A loaf of the famous Lariano bread weighs more than 2 kilos and is so fresh it lasts for several days. The price is just EUR1.35/ kg which is a third of the price you'll get charged in Rome's center. I also like the small loaf of multigrain bread sliced and toasted with honey or marmellata for breakfast! On weekends you can pick up fresh ricotta, primosale or take home their homemade lasagna, roasted chicken with herbs for a quick lunch/dinner. Lastly, I can't forget to mention their friselle, fette biscottate, cookies, cakes or local eggs, honey and wine. Everything tempts you! Family operated and friendly service.

This Carrefour Market in Laghetto was a pleasant surprise. From the outside it doesn't look like…read moremuch, but once inside I found a surprisingly large selection of groceries, wine, beer, and everyday essentials. The wine and Prosecco selection was particularly good, with plenty of local options at reasonable prices. During my stay nearby, I picked up a Prosecco stopper here and was genuinely impressed by the quality. One of those small purchases that ended up being more useful than expected. The store itself feels a little dated in places, which is why I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5, but the selection and prices more than make up for it. A solid place to stock up if you're in the area.

Convenient cafe below my dentist's office, with easy parking nearby and a lovely outdoor patio…read more The coffee isn't bad, although nowhere near the level which Vidili has in town. The food is okay, but just come for a coffee and sit under one of the umbrellas to let the world pass you by for a few minutes.

When we first arrived to Rome, this was one of our 1st stops for gelato and OMG it was soooooooo…read moregood. I almost never want gelato in the US ever again after eating this fresh, yummy goodness! Be sure to take small Euro bills with you though (nothing bigger than a 20), because they don't like giving change (no biggie - this was kind of the culture in Rome).

If I were to tell you there is a picturesque village overlooking rolling hills and a pristine lake…read morein the Roman countryside, you'd say, "Okay, that sounds nice." But if I threw in a notorious cult and some world famous miniature strawberries, I bet I'd have your full attention. Let me introduce you to Nemi, Italy. Perched high above an ancient volcanic lake, the tiny village of Nemi offers much to intrepid day-trippers from Rome. Worship of the goddess Diana flourished in the 6th Century BCE, bringing thousands of pilgrims to a sanctuary known as the Temple of Diana. Although there's not much to see of the temple today, the foundation and remnants of the altar can be viewed if you scramble down the volcanic slope toward the lake. The protective slopes foster a habitat for Nemi Strawberries due to the volcanic soil, sunny southern exposure, and steep terrain that hinders foraging animals. If you've never heard of Nemi Strawberries, you're in for a delicious treat. The berries are smaller and sweeter than commercial strawberries grown in Peru or California, and have become the focus of the village's annual Strawberry Festival. Now let's get to the reason you're reading this review, Bar Delle Fragole. The bar's sole claim to fame is that it specializes in tarts and gelato made from Nemi Strawberries. I haven't found much information in English, but Italian reviews provide commentary on limited menu items and nonexistent customer service. I fully admit, I waited in the bar ten minutes before I was able to attract the attention of the only employee. Peak tourist season is April through June, so If you're in Nemi off-season, don't expect to see too many people. Please allow me to convince you, the sweet and juicy berries served in a buttery and flaky crust are well worth the wait.

For an early morning pick me up Wunder Kaffe was wonderful! The croissants were delicious and…read morefairly priced, everyone enjoyed what they got and the service was fast! They were understanding of our very limited Italian and helped us get what we wanted! The entire place was beautifully decorated and a nice vibe to sit at any time of day.