Rome Recap - Part 2

As the sun was setting we headed over to the Minerva Hotel to have a drink at the rooftop bar which boasts incredible views. The views did not disappoint but unfortunately the bar was not as impressive. The drinks were fairly expensive, around 18 euros for a cocktail and I was hoping that there would be an aperitivo spread which there wasn't although we did get some crisps and nuts served with our drinks. Anyway, it was still nice to be able to sit down and relax looking over Rome's rooftops although I don't think I'll go back there again. Note to self ... next time I must research the best places to have an aperitif in Rome!

That night we went for dinner at Armando al Pantheon which often gets mentioned as one of the best trattorias and I really enjoyed our dinner there. I started with the classic Roman Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe. Basically spaghetti with Pecorino Romano cheese and pepper. Very simple yet so delicious!

 
I chose Abbacchio a Scottadito for my main which was grilled lamb shops served with a wedge of lemon. These were so succulent, cooked to perfection.

 
No desserts and not even a gelato on the way home!

On my last day we just wandered around popping into some shops here and there. I managed to get a slice of potato pizza from a random bakery that I found on our travels and also stopped for a gelato from Fatamorgana which is near the Spanish Steps. I had pistachio which was nice but wished I had gone for Madagascan chocolate which I was told is their best seller. 

My last meal was at Rome's original wine bar, Cul de Sac. I've been to Rome three times and each time I've ended up here. And I always have the same thing Coda alla Vaccinara (oxtail stew). The oxtail is packed full of flavour and so amazingly tender and juicy. It tastes like it has been braising for days. I'm sure I'll be back here on my next visit as well.

 
I hope you've enjoyed reading about my Rome trip. Now I just need to get writing up about Paris and London.

Have a great weekend!

MP