Flavors of Rome

is your indispensable and entertaining guide to the art of eating in Italy --
and how and where to do it best in Rome.

If you ask for a latte in Italy, you'll be handed a glass of milk.

There's no better place on earth to eat than Italy. But if you don't know the rules or understand the food culture, you'll be cheating yourself out of an experience of a lifetime.

No matter where you travel in Italy, you should know the basics:

• Italian-American food is not the same as food in Italy—even Tony Soprano wouldn’t be able to have his “chicken parm” in the Old Country.
• There is no such thing as Northern and Southern Italian food—each of the 20 regions has its own distinct cuisine.
• Italians don’t eat like we do—you have to know the rules. No cheese on seafood pasta – except for the exceptions.

And when you visit Rome – because all roads do lead to the Eternal City—
Flavors of Rome is the only guide you need to:

• know your saltimbocca alla romana from your cacio e pepe.
• avoid the tourist traps and imposter restaurants.
• find the best places to eat at every price range.

The author lives part of the year in Rome and has all the insider tips for your eating pleasure in the Eternal City. 

Featured are 39 of her favorite restaurants and trattorias,  introduced by informative vignettes describing their picturesque locations.

Also includes 22 color photos for only $11.95!
(Plus shipping charges of $4.95 per book)