Best Cacio e Pepe in Rome

Experiencing Rome’s Best Cacio e Pepe Cacio e pepe is a traditional Roman pasta dish that has gained worldwide popularity due to its simplicity, delciousness (and probably how much I talk about it!. Cacio e pepe is beloved in Rome, much like the Colosseum! So there is no excuse for not tasting it when visiting Italy’s capital! The name of the dish comes from the two main ingredients: cacio, meaning cheese, and pepe, meaning black pepper. The pasta is typically cooked al dente and mixed with a sauce made from grated Pecorino Romano cheese, black pepper, and starchy pasta water. Creamy, salty, spicy, and undeniably satisfying all at the same time, cacio e pepe embodies the majesty of Rome without forgetting to honor its people and tradition through a perfect balance of flavors. Cacio e pepe is now a staple in many Italian restaurants worldwide and has become a go-to comfort food for many pasta lovers. Can you believe apart from the pasta, it only has 2 other ingredients? History of Cacio e Pepe Legend has it that the origins of this delicious dish date back centuries to when shepherds would spend their early spring and summer months in the meadows of the Apennine Mountains, which span the length of Italy. While taking care of their flocks, the shepherds would eat the supplies they brought with them. They always had dried pasta and pepper, which were inexpensive, easy to transport, and fully resistant to spoilage. These two ingredients would be mixed with cheese made from the milk of their own herds to create an irresistible yet straightforward meal that would keep them warm on chilly evenings in the meadows. Searching for the Best Cacio e Pepe in Rome Cacio e pepe, like everything else in Rome, is subject to individual interpretation and some local controversy because of that! These dishes can be found all throughout the city, and despite the claims of originality or admittance of adaptation, each claim to be “the best” in Rome. This savory dish is considered to be the original mac and cheese and while a cacio e pepe recipe is simple and uses very minimal ingredients, there are several techniques, countless variations, all of which can make the dish truly outstanding. If you find yourself touring the beautiful streets of Rome, here are the three restaurants that serve some of the best cacio e pepe in Rome that I got to try on my recent visit there! Pasta Imperiale Pasta Imperiale is located on Via dei Coronari, a picturesque street located in the historic center of Rome. Situated near Piazza Navona, it is near one of the most stunning and renowned squares in the heart of the city. Pasta Imperiale is a casual pasta take-out restaurant known for carbonara, tomato ragu & of course, cacio e pepe. To watch my tour alongside Pasta Imperiale and Alberto, how they make their cacio e pepe and to get answers to some of the top questions about this dish, watch my full review on my YouTube Channel, Vincenzo’s Plate. The entire taste experience was beautiful and I definitely recommend a visit! Ristorante Fuocolento Ristorante Fuocolento is a popular restaurant located in the heart of Rome. The restaurant prides itself on serving classic Roman dishes with a modern twist, using fresh and high-quality ingredients to create flavorful and innovative seafood, meat, and pasta dishes. Near the famous Piazza Navona on Via Flavia, Ristorante Fuocolento is surrounded by some of the best nightlife as well as 50 Kalò Pizzeria, Marcella Royal Hotel, and Gelateria La Romana. Personally, Ristorante Fuocolento is one of my favorite restaurants in Rome and is any foodies favorite spot to be. With its delicious food, welcoming atmosphere, and attentive service, Ristorante Fuocolento is one of the best places to watch people bustle about, dine outdoors and drink wine. With their use of fresh egg pasta and unique addition of olive oil in their cacio e pepe, they mastered a true balance of flavor. It’s a must watch on my YouTube Channel how they do it, and when in Rome, a must try. What do you think of the addition of the oil? Di Rienzo Ristorante Di Rienzo is a popular family-run restaurant in Rome’s Trastevere neighborhood that has been serving traditional Roman cuisine for over four generations. This cafe with its piazza terrace overlooks the Pantheon, the Garden of Rome, so you might find yourself lingering for not only the food, though that in and of itself, is a must-try for some of the best cacio e pepe in Rome. Summary Cacio e pepe has won over countless people all over the world, including the esteemed and dearly departed Anthony Bourdain. On an episode of “No Reservations,” Bourdain boldly declared that the dish “could be the greatest thing in the history of the world.” So “when in Rome” it is a MUST-TRY! When it comes cacio e pepe and what pasta they use in Rome, how they do it, and all the secrets foodies must know about this very special dish, watch my full tour on my YouTube Channel, Vincenzo’s Plate so when you come to Italy, you know exactly where to go to find the best cacio e pepe in Rome