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Featured Dining & Libations
Your confirmed reservations, culinary highlights, and curated bars.
Rome
Emma Pizzeria
Confirmed🏛️ Rome • Mar 29 @ 8:30 PM
Arrive in Rome and head straight for classic, thin-crust Roman pizza to kick off the trip.
Cuoco e Camicia
Confirmed🏛️ Rome • Mar 30 @ 9:00 PM
A fantastic, highly-rated modern Italian restaurant in the Monti neighborhood. An excellent choice for a Monday night dinner after a long day of exploring ancient Rome.
Drink Kong
🏛️ Rome • Mar 30 @ 7:30 PM
Moody, neon-lit aesthetic inspired by Blade Runner. Top spot on Rome's "World's 50 Best" list. (2hr Reservation)
Enoteca Cul De Sac
Planned🏛️ Rome • Mar 31 @ Lunch
Historic, bustling wine bar near Piazza Navona featuring an encyclopedic wine list and traditional Roman bites and charcuterie.
Roma Sparita
Confirmed🏛️ Rome • Mar 31 @ 8:30 PM
Famous for its Cacio e Pepe served in a crispy Parmesan cheese bowl. Anthony Bourdain's favorite.
Jerry Thomas
🏛️ Rome • Mar 31 @ 11:00 PM
Intimate 1920s Prohibition-era homage. Meticulously crafted classics and "forgotten spirits" surrounded by leather armchairs.
Mordi e Vai
Planned🏛️ Rome • Apr 1 @ Lunch
Legendary street food stall inside Testaccio Market famous for traditional Roman recipes served in fresh, crusty sandwiches.
Roscioli
Confirmed🏛️ Rome • Apr 1 @ 7:00 PM
The benchmark for classic carbonara in Rome.
The Court
Lounge🏛️ Rome • Via Labicana, 125 (Palazzo Manfredi)
Refined hotel lounge situated right on top of Roman history. Features an elegant terrace setting perfect for elevated cocktails at sunset with a panoramic view of the Colosseum.
Florence
L'Osteria di Giovanni
Confirmed⚜️ Florence • Apr 2 @ 7:30 PM
"The best truffle pasta I've ever had."
Gucci Giardino 25
⚜️ Florence • Apr 3 (Birthday Drinks)
Elegant venue merging high fashion with mixology. The perfect daytime stop for creative birthday drinks like the purple-hued "Mémoire di Negroni."
Borgo San Jacopo
Confirmed⚜️ Florence • Apr 3 @ 8:00 PM
High end, Michelin-starred birthday dining experience with a memorable view over the Arno and Ponte Vecchio.
Berberè Pizzeria
Planned⚜️ Florence • Apr 4 @ Lunch
Artisanal sourdough pizza in the trendy San Frediano neighborhood. Great lunch option near the Pitti Palace.
I' Girone De' Ghiotti
Planned⚜️ Florence • Apr 4 @ Lunch
A fantastic, highly-rated Florentine sandwich shop. Massive schiacciata bread sandwiches loaded with fresh Italian meats and spreads.
Locale Firenze
Mixology⚜️ Florence • Via delle Seggiole, 12r
Housed in a 13th-century palazzo with a high-tech mixology lab. Currently the highest-ranked bar in Italy. Perfect for an aperitivo on April 4th.
Venice
Il Perduto Paradiso
Pending🛶 Venice • Apr 5 @ Dinner
Cozy, highly-rated osteria in Cannaregio (near your hotel) offering excellent fresh seafood and pasta. A smart bet for a proper dinner on Easter Sunday. (Hotel concierge will confirm 1 week prior).
Lineadombra
Confirmed🛶 Venice • Apr 6 @ 7:00 PM
High-end seafood overlooking the water.
Skyline Rooftop
🛶 Venice • Apr 6 @ 10:00 PM
Sitting high above Giudecca Island, this bar offers sweeping, panoramic views of the entire Venetian lagoon. Booked for a nightcap after Lineadombra.
Bar All’arco
Planned🛶 Venice • Apr 7 @ Midday
The perfect starting point for the Birthday Bacari Crawl near the Rialto. Closes at 2:30 PM, so hit this legendary spot for lunch cicchetti first!
Cantina Do Mori
Planned🛶 Venice • Apr 7 @ Afternoon
Venice's oldest bacaro, dating back to 1462 (Casanova supposedly drank here). Dark, atmospheric, with copper pots hanging from the ceiling. A must-do crawl stop.
Il Mercante
Botanical🛶 Venice • Apr 7 @ Evening
Tucked away near Campo San Barnaba, this is Venice's best contemporary cocktail temple. The perfect high-end finish to the Birthday Bacari Crawl.
Trip Briefings
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The Grand Tour
Italy 2026
Episode 5: The Sweetness of Doing Nothing
Embrace "Il Dolce Far Niente." A final briefing on the art of Italian leisure, soaking in the atmosphere, and truly experiencing the magic of your Grand Tour without rushing.
The Impossible Engineering of Floating Venice
Discover how a city built on mud and wood has survived for centuries. We dive into the fascinating history and brilliant architecture that keeps Venice afloat.
Brunelleschi's Dome and the Florentine Negroni
From the architectural marvels of the Renaissance to the perfect blend of Campari, gin, and sweet vermouth. An auditory journey into the cradle of the Renaissance.
Four Days in the Roman Lasagna
Dive deep into the cobblestone streets of Rome. Discover what Bashir has up his sleeve for your first 72 hours navigating the ancient, layered history of the Eternal City.
The Unwritten Rules of Italian Dining
Prepare your palate and avoid the tourist traps! Learn the essential local etiquette for dining out in Italy—from how to order your morning coffee to mastering the art of the perfect dinner.
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