Travel Reference
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( 06 9799 0565; Via del Boschetto 1d; 3-7.30pm Mon, 10.30am-1pm & 1.30-7.30pm Tue-Sat,
closed Aug; Cavour)
Sublimely cut and whimsically retro-esque, these handmade threads
are a hit with female fashion cognoscenti, including Italian rock star Carmen Consoli and
the city's theatre and TV crowd. Each piece is a limited edition and new creations hit the
racks every week.
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Aventine & Testaccio
Volpetti
(
www.volpetti.com
;
Via Marmorata 47; 8am-2pm & 5-8.15pm Mon-Sat; Via Marmorata)
This su-
perstocked deli, considered by many the best in town, is an Aladdin's cave of gourmet
treasures. Helpful staff will guide you through the extensive selection of smelly cheeses,
homemade pastas, olive oils, vinegars, cured meats, veggie pies, wines and grappas. You
can also order online.
FOOD & DRINK
