Tuesday, 5 August 2008

Food! Glorious Food!


When searching for a place to eat in Rome one can come across a variety of options. Unfortunately, it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish between the 'neighborhood gems' and the 'tourist traps' when you have a limited amount of time to explore.

One of our favorite restaurants in Rome, is Le Fate Restaurant & Wine Bar which is located across the river on Viale di Trastevere, 130. Massimo Consoli established Le Fate over 5 years ago and it is a family run establishment in which all three of his children are employed. Massimo and Andrea are the two chefs while Fabrizio and Maria Sole greet the customers. The restaurant is cozy, and it is easy to feel at home after meeting Massimo and his family.

The food at Le Fate is excellent and the prices are reasonable. The kitchen is typical “Cucina Romana” with a large variety of appetizers, pastas, and main courses and the majority of the recipes have been in Massimo’s family for years. We would especially recommend the gnocchetti and the wonderful fresh salads. Be sure to save room for dessert because they are delicious!

The décor is inspired by Brian Froud novels which gives Le Fate (which means 'The Faeries') an enchanting atmosphere. The mix of magic and the Consoli family’s warmth make it hard to leave.

For more information you can go to their website at www.lefaterestaurant.it or call (+39) 06.580.0971

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