Tony Loeb

🍕 Mathew Myladoor and Renato Strazzeri, owners of Cimarra 4, offer a new take on the neighborhood pizzeria, catering to both tourists and locals, with a focus on those with dietary restrictions. Cimarra 4 in Rome is a hub of inclusivity, featuring gluten-free starters like the Violet Queen croquette made with Bayard purple potatoes, Pecorino Romano, and Tellicherry black pepper from Kerala, India. The pizzeria also serves a special Purple Gin Tonic and a unique "Pepperoni romana" pizza with homemade spicy oil. Mathew, born in 1988, carries on his father's culinary legacy, and his wife Martina's celiac disease inspires the restaurant's inclusive menu. Cimarra 4 offers a gluten-free and lactose-free menu, including Roman dishes and desserts, complemented by a beverage selection featuring alcohol-free drinks and Baladin's gluten-free beer. Open Tuesday to Sunday 17:30 - 23:30, with the kitchen open until 22:45, it's a place where Roman pizza meets diverse dietary needs.

🎂 Pasticceria Dolcemascolo, acclaimed for its craftsmanship, presents its traditional Panettone Artigianale, endorsed by maestro Matteo Dolcemascolo. A family business started 60 years ago in Rome, expanded to Frosinone in 1990, and opening in Rome's Prati district by the end of 2023. The panettone, known for its 40-day shelf life and distinct moistness, undergoes a meticulous 3-day crafting process. Variants such as chocolate-pear and pistachio available for Christmas 2024. Shops in Rome and Frosinone open during the holidays, with online sales across Italy starting November.