{"id":2018,"date":"2020-01-10T06:46:23","date_gmt":"2020-01-10T06:46:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vaticantour.com\/blog\/?p=2018"},"modified":"2020-01-10T09:13:14","modified_gmt":"2020-01-10T09:13:14","slug":"4-most-popular-delis-in-rome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vaticantour.com\/blog\/4-most-popular-delis-in-rome","title":{"rendered":"4 Most Popular Delis in Rome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Rome\u2019s delis, salumerie<\/em> and alimentari<\/em> are treasure troves of gastronomic delights. From cured meats to dried pastas to aged cheeses, you will get a variety of tasty specialties served here; they set Italy apart while advocating its rich regional culture and time-honoured traditions. They even let you drink and eat on their premises. Ahead, we\u2019ve rounded up the 4 most popular delis in Rome (according to Vatican Tours<\/a><\/strong>):<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Franchi Gastronomia<\/span><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location – Via Cola di Rienzo, Prati District<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A local\u2019s favourite, Franchi boasts an\narray of cooked ham, prosciutto, smoked fish, salami and cheese \u2013 sourced from\nvarious parts of Italy and Europe. Their fresh burrata cheese comes from\nPuglia. Expensive delights like caviar and truffles are displayed besides endless\ntrays of stuffed pasta. The shelves are replete with rice, oil, dry pasta and\nwine.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The deli also houses a posh tavolacalda<\/em> (cafeteria) inside; it hassome\nof the finest fried goodies (mostly suppl\u00ec<\/em>)\nand daily prepared dishes, such as prawns, salmon and roast beef. Grab a quick\nlunch or enjoy an aperitivo<\/em> with your\nfriends in the evening. Seating option is available.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Antico Forno Roscioli<\/span><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location – Via dei Giubbonari, near Campo de\u2019 Fiori<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Roscioli is a popular name in every Roman\nhousehold.Besides being a grocery shop selling exceptional salumi and cheese,\nRoscioliis one of the finest lunch spots in Rome. Intimate and charming, the\nplace takes the modern Italian dining to the next level. The menu is fresh and\ninspiring. Try their swordfish carpaccio and king prawns prepared with burrata\ncheese and mullet eggs; they taste incredibly good.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are looking for a quintessential\nRoman deli, this is the place to be! For four generations, the Roscioli family\nhas worked tirelessly in the hospitality industry. Today, two brothers, Alessandro\nand Pierluigi run the place \u2013 anticipating and keeping pace with the changing\ngastronomic landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salumeria Volpetti<\/span><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location – Via Marmorata, Testaccio<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

For authentic flavours, head to Volpetti, a\ncute, rustic gourmet food store; a walk into the shop is an experience in\nitself. The aromas hit your olfactory lobes while the eyes feast on the heaps\nof culinary delights.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opened 40 years ago by two brothers, Emilio\nand Claudio Volpetti, the shop has an impressive selection of cheese, wines, cured\nmeats, olive oils, balsamic vinegars and baked goods. You will find enticing\nbowls of mozzarella di bufala<\/em>and an\narray of gleaming pink prosciutto di\nPraga<\/em>displayed on the counters \u2013 everything is a testimony of gourmet\nextravagance. Thus, for tourists, it\u2019s the perfect place to buy souvenirs for\ntheir loved ones back home in the form of vacuum-packed cheese, dried pasta,\ndried mushrooms, extra virgin olive oil and unique conserves.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Antica Caciara Trasteverina<\/span><\/p><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Location: Via di San Francesco a Ripa, Trastevere<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Are you a cheese aficionado? Then make your\nway down to Antica Caciara Trasteverina. This family-run cheese shop is a\ngastronomic paradise specialized in a variety of cheeses, including gooey Burrata Pugliese<\/em> and super fine Pecorino di Fossa<\/em>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will also find an endless stock of salamis, cured meats, wines and olive oil stacked on the shelves. However, don\u2019t forget to savour their succulent ricotta infornata<\/em>or dig into the garlands of guanciale.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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