Newly published research is providing a fascinating glimpse into how ancient Romans enjoyed their fast food — shedding more light on life in antiquity. In a recent journal article entitled "Urban ...

The ancient Romans loved their birds. They rated owls as omens, valued geese as guards, kept chickens for divination, and raised peafowl for food. As for the thrush, a plumb avian of the passerine ...

Italy’s capital isn’t just a perennial favorite for iconic sights like the Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum, but also for its delectable culinary scene. The best Rome food tours help travelers skip ...

When in Rome, you’d be remiss not to try the local specialties – there’s so much more than pizza, pasta and gelato (though you’ll find plenty of those too!). If it’s your first time visiting the ...

One of the best reasons to visit Italy is for the food. Sure, there are plenty of historic sites, museums, and beautiful ...

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Henry Cunningham founded The Roman Food Tour over a decade ago to share his passion for Italian cuisine with others. Ireland is a gateway to Europe and if you're planning to visit Italy after your ...

Fast food often feels like a modern convenience born out of today’s busy lifestyles. However, the concept of grabbing a quick meal on the go is centuries older than most realize.

"Marcus Gavius Apicius purchased me on a day hot enough to fry sausage on the market stones." So begins the tale of Thrasius, the fictional narrator of Feast of Sorrow. Released this week, the novel ...