Rome Typical Food

The culinary traditions of Rome, and Italy as a whole become apparent during major festivals and celebrations. The menu of New Years Eve in Rome, has certain staples which are thought to be bring prosperity and success during the following year. Most restaurants and Italian households will ensure 'lenticchie e cotechino' is on the menu.

'Lentils with bacon' are thought to bring fortune especially the monetary kind to all those who eat this dish, preferably before too many days of the New Year have passed. Who knows eating them may ensure you another visit to the Eternal City during the new year!