Castrioni, a renowned chain of stores, offers quality and delicious coffee roasts of all kinds from all over the world. Castrioni's humble beginnings go far back to 1932. The founder Umberto began his business by selling coffee in a small stall by the Tiber. He later went on to establish this outlet on Via Cola di Rienzo, that is one of the most popular coffee shops loved by locals and visitors to the city. They also offer a selection of cheese, soups and pasta. The staff is polite and extremely professional. A must-visit for all caffeine-lovers.
This large, airy shop offers hundreds of leather jackets hanging in the windows and on the walls. The range of colors is comprehensive, the jackets are all in fashion and the quality of the leather is guaranteed as it comes from Tuscany where there is a sister shop in Florence. In addition to the myriad of jackets, there are also trousers, skirts, leather bags, and ostrich-skin wallets.
As early as the 1960s, the extraordinary Sermoneta Gloves boutique, founded by Giorgio Sermoneta in Piazza di Spagna, was a point of reference for the most exigent clients. First of its kind, this shop produces and sells exclusively gloves of all colors, styles and materials, for women and men. The boutique gave its name to an international fashion brand which continues the pattern of high quality production and attention to detail: all products are rigorously handmade and every pair of gloves requires the work and experience of at least ten skilled workers. Here you will surely find the glove that fits!
The food markets of Rome are world renowned for their vibrancy, variety and top quality products. Piazza Testaccio, named after the eighth hill of Rome is a great place to shop, eat and party. The covered market in here is a treasure trove of fresh, organic vegetables, meat and cheese. And if you are shoe lover, then this is the place to be in for its wonderful bargains. The covered market is open Monday through Saturdays from 7.30a to 1.30p. You can stock up here to sustain while sightseeing.
Native of Ireland Dermot O'Connell, offers avid readers in the city with a haven to immerse themselves in. This small bookstore, nestled in Trastevere neighborhood, houses a humungous collection of books ranging across various genres. From thriller, fantasy, suspense, fiction, to non-fiction, anything title you need you will find here. If you can't find a publication you are looking for, the amicable staff will strive to get it for you. Apart from their vast collection of English books, you can also find some foreign titles here.
The Danish designer Tina Sondergaard displays her signature label at this cute and small store. The colorful creations designed by her are in keeping with the soul of the free-spirited woman. Her designs are well loved and patronized by many, such that she is now a much coveted brand, designing custom dresses for the glamorous. One can find bright dresses, tops and accessories that change with season. Clothes can also be fitted here at the small sewing space in the corner.