As an organization that sends thousands of students abroad each year, CEA has captured a list of local secrets - a collection of discoveries from our students, resident staff, as well as other locals - that make this city unique. We hope you will find the information helpful and, at the every least, an interesting read.
Obika Mozzarella Bar
In the mood for some Italian main dishes? Try the “Obika Mozzarella Bar”, which
is a bar and restauraunt dedicated to mozzarella made in 100 different ways.
Not only is the food fantastic here, but it is a very stylish atmosphere too!
Be preparted for a gigantic meal (American sized portions) with leftovers
guaranteed! If you are in the mood for a lighter meal, go there for lunch
instead of dinner because the portions are not as big! If you like cheese,
don’t miss a great opportunity to have an excellent meal with the best
mozzarella ever!
Art Hotel
If you like contemporary art, you must go visit the Art Hotel, which is located
on one of the most picturesque streets in Rome - Via Margotta. This hotel is
right by the Spanish Steps, which makes for beautiful scenery from your hotel
room! The entire hotel is a work of contemporary art from the unique rooms to
the bright modern tables at the restaurant in the hotel. Even the hallways are
products of art with bright colors designated for each hallway. If you would
like to stay at the hotel, you can login to their website at:
http://www.hotelartrome.com/index.htm to check out the pricing and room
availability. If you’d like a tour only, you can book an appointment to view
the hotel with the concierge who himself has been constructed a work of art
because he stands in a plastic, egg-shaped pod.
News Café
While in Rome, you must head to the “News Café”, which is located on the Via
della Stamperis. This is an adorable, casual cafe near the Trevi Fountain, and
it is great for breakfast and lunch. Here you can find newspapers and satellite
news from all over the world, and sip your coffee while you find out news
around the world!
Sweet Stops
Italy is world renowned for pastas and authentic Italian dishes; however, it is
also known for its’ desserts! Italian gelato is a local favorite, and every
tourist must try some while in Italy. There is a great place near the vatican,
called “Old Bridge” that offers the best italian gelato ever! They have many
different flavors, so definitely make a stop there after sightseeing at the
Vatican for a refreshing treat! Another place to check out is “Fedom Cioccolate
e Vino”, which is on the Vicolo del Cinque, and here you can taste handmade
Italian chocolate! This is not only a treat for you, but it is also a great
gift for your family and friends! They will definitely thank you after trying
this chocolate - hmmm..... One other dessert shop to stop at while in Rome is
“La Dolce Roma”, which is an amazing pastry shop where you can find cakes,
breads and other desserts from Italy, America and Austria. A great bonus about
this place is that they are open all hours of the night, so you can stop by and
get a bagel or a cookie after a night out on the town.
