http://www.roman-ce.com/wp-content/uploads/video.mp4 Every day you can spot Pietro dressed in his mechanic’s coveralls, zipping through the center’s small streets on his old motorcycle; he has come from far beyond the city’s exterior walls to sharpen knives for restaurants and residents alike. Don’t be afraid of his pedal-powered knife grinder, he is…
This father and son mechanic’s shop can cure the ills of any vintage Vespa Lambretta or Guzzi motorcycle. Steps from Campo de’ Fiori, these men are the heart and soul of an old, loveable Rome. Vicolo del gallo, 20
If you are looking for a quick and easy bunch of flowers, Campo de’ Fiori is the obvious choice, but insiders know that Stefano’s selection is the best to choose from. Situated closest to the Newsstand in the piazza, you will find the blonde Stefano smiling among his vases filled…
This children’s clothing store is like a trunk of wonders orchestrated by a modern day Mary Poppins. Paola dresses Rome’s smallest citizens from head to toe, and armed with her knitting needles and spools of wool, is ready to meet all of their bespoke needs. Most of the items that…
Omero & Cecilia is the most fascinating vintage store in Rome, and is often frequented by costume designers looking for everything from Balenciaga jackets and military uniforms, to lace veils, and organza dresses. You’ll be met at the door by Olmo, the scruffy lagotto romagnolo, lazily sprawled on the terrazzo.…
For many years, when entering Valzani one was inevitably met with the smile and kindness of Signora Virginia as she sat at the cash register, with her unmistakable white hair, a wool shawl and a joke always at the ready. If you are looking for Rome’s best Sacher Torte, a…
