Maria Pasquale
Travel writer
Maria Pasquale is a Melbourne native based in Rome. An award-winning food and travel journalist and author, her love for checking into hotels is matched only by her addiction to club sandwiches and dessert. Follow her on Instagram @heartrome.
Rome’s best places to eat and drink
Old mixes with new on every level and exciting trends emerge to maintain the Eternal City’s position as one of the world’s great food capitals.
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- Destination Guide
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The best places to stay in Rome
From hipster hangouts with cutting-edge design to opulent palazzos draped in antiquity, Rome has accommodation to suit every style, taste and budget.
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Never eat pizza with pasta: The 16 rules of dining in Italy
Table manners in Italy come down to “la bella figura”: to make a good impression, be well-mannered and always on your best behaviour.
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Twelve incredible Italian food experiences for every season
Every region tells its story through vibrant flavours, long-held traditions and unforgettable experiences.
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Seven ways to keep cool in sweltering southern Europe
If you travel through southern Europe during the hottest part of the year, you’ll need a little respite from the sun. Here are seven of the best ways to keep cool.
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The stylish seaside resort Romans don’t want you to know about
La Posta Vecchia is just a short hop from the Italian capital, hence why the Eternal City can count seafood – not just carbonara – among its culinary heritage.
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Excess reigns supreme at luxury fashion house’s new Rome hotel
Two thousand years may have passed but Bulgari’s new outpost pays homage to its first emperor and Roman antiquity.
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New Italian hotel offers five-star style without the stuffiness
The Rome Edition’s dining and entertainment, along with the unique design and international atmosphere, have redefined ideas of classic luxury.
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The best times to visit Rome
From the quiet, calm winters to the sweltering vibrant summers and everything in between, this vivacious capital has activities to suit all travellers.
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