Enjoy the authentic flavors of Rome with a unique dining experience at a local’s home. This intimate 6-course meal allows you to escape the tourist crowds and indulge in traditional Roman dishes, all while receiving insider tips from your knowledgeable host. Savor homemade pasta, succulent meats, and decadent desserts, complemented by local wines. With flexible booking options and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, this is a chance to truly connect with the heart and soul of Roman culinary traditions.

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Key Points

Enjoy a 6-course authentic Italian meal in a typical Roman home, away from tourist crowds, starting from $92.79 per person.
The menu features traditional Roman appetizers, homemade pasta, a classic meat dish, and homemade tiramisu, accompanied by wine.
The experience is highly rated, with guests praising the quality of food and the authenticity of the local experience.
The activity is wheelchair accessible and designed for private group settings, with free cancellation up to 24 hours prior.
The booking process is flexible, allowing for an intimate evening or a private group setting, with no upfront payment required.

You can check availability for your dates here:

Activity Overview

Visitors can experience a local dinner in Rome at Francesca’s home, with prices starting from $92.79 per person.

There’s free cancellation up to 24 hours before, and customers can reserve their spot without upfront payment.

The activity is valid for 1 day and offers a live English-speaking tour guide.

The experience is wheelchair accessible and in a private group setting.

Guests will enjoy a 6-course Italian meal and receive local tips for exploring Rome, all while dining in a typical Roman home, away from tourist crowds.

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Dining Experience

Guests will enjoy a 6-course Italian meal at Francesca’s typical Roman home, away from the tourist crowds.

A 6-course Italian feast in a Roman home, away from the tourist hustle and bustle.

The menu includes appetizers like robiola cheese with rosemary scrocchiarella, pizza, and smoked scamorza.

The first course is homemade orecchiette pasta with fresh tomato, basil, and baked ricotta.

The second course features the traditional Roman dish, saltimbocca alla romana, with sage and crudo ham.

Guests will savor homemade tiramisu for dessert, accompanied by wine.

Throughout the dining experience, Francesca will provide local tips and insights to enhance the authentic Roman immersion.

Menu Highlights

The menu at Francesca’s home features an array of traditional Roman appetizers, including robiola cheese with rosemary scrocchiarella, pizza and mortadella, smoked scamorza with dried tomatoes, green olives, and tarallini.

The first course is country orecchiette (homemade pasta) with fresh tomato, basil, baked ricotta cheese, and crispy crumble.

The second course is saltimbocca alla romana, a traditional Roman meat dish with sage and crudo ham.

For dessert, guests will enjoy homemade tiramisù.

The meal includes wine and a pick-up service, providing an authentic local dining experience in Rome.

Customer Feedback

Based on the positive experience shared by the lone reviewer, the dinner at Francesca’s home in Rome appears to be highly rated.

The reviewer, Laura Dora from Denmark, praised the quality of the food and the authentic local experience. She also appreciated the tips and tricks shared by the host and enjoyed a snack to take along.

With an overall rating of 5 out of 5, the dinner at Francesca’s home seems to offer an exceptional dining experience that allows guests to enjoy the Roman culinary and cultural traditions, away from the tourist crowds.

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Booking Information

To book the dinner at Francesca’s home in Rome, guests can check availability for the desired starting times.

They’ll select the number of participants and the date for their reservation. Meeting point details are available on Google Maps, ensuring a hassle-free arrival.

With free cancellation up to 24 hours prior and the option to reserve now and pay later, booking this authentic Roman dining experience is simple and flexible.

Booking this authentic Roman dining experience is simple and flexible with free cancellation and pay later options.

Whether seeking an intimate evening or a private group setting, this dinner offers an unparalleled opportunity to savor local cuisine and discover insider tips from a knowledgeable host.

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Arrival and Greeting

Upon arriving at the meeting point, guests are warmly greeted by their host, Francesca. She ushers them into her charming Roman home, offering a genuine Italian welcome.

The experience includes:

A tour of Francesca’s home, providing insight into local living.
An introduction to the menu and dining experience.
Opportunities to ask questions and learn more about Roman culture.

Francesca’s hospitality and passion for sharing her culinary traditions set the stage for an authentic and memorable evening of delicious food and lively conversation.

The Meal and Conversation

The dinner commences with Francesca graciously serving an array of appetizers, including creamy Robiola cheese adorned with fragrant rosemary, savory pizza and mortadella, smoked scamorza paired with dried tomatoes, and tangy green olives accompanied by crunchy tarallini.

For the first course, Francesca presents homemade orecchiette pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, basil, baked ricotta, and a crispy crumble topping.

The second course features the classic Roman dish, saltimbocca alla romana, tender meat wrapped in prosciutto and seasoned with sage.

Ending the meal on a sweet note, Francesca serves her homemade tiramisu, accompanied by local wine.

Parting Ways

As the evening winds down, Francesca bids farewell to her guests. She expresses her gratitude for their company and appreciation for their interest in experiencing a genuine Roman dining tradition.

Before departing, Francesca provides her guests with:

A parting gift – a small jar of her homemade pesto sauce to enjoy at home.
Recommendations for must-see sights and hidden gems around the city.
An invitation to stay connected, should they wish to return to Rome and dine with her again.

With warm smiles and well-wishes, the group departs, carrying with them memories of an unforgettable evening in the heart of Rome.

The Sum Up

This intimate dining experience offers an authentic glimpse into Roman culinary traditions. Guests will indulge in a sumptuous 6-course meal, savoring homemade pasta and local wines, while conversing with a knowledgeable host. It’s a chance to escape the tourist crowds and take in the Eternal City’s rich gastronomic heritage. With flexible booking and cancellation options, this memorable evening in Rome is easily accessible for private groups.