I went on a little gelato taste test in Rome with the founder of seriouseats.com, Ed Levine.  It was an awesome experience and I’m truly honored to have been included.

Our first stop was Gelateria Del Teatro.  Their selection was impressive, we had 6 flavors including Pecan Cream, Limone, Greek Yogurt, and Dark Chocolate.  I can’t remember the rest, I guess that’s what happens when you this much gelato in one day.  We also had espresso chocolate granita and strawberry granita.  The strawberry was so refreshing and really presented the perfect balance between sweet and fruity.

Next, we walked over to Il Gelato di Claudio Torce. Here there is a much more expansive selection of flavors, including crema di sedano (celery), ginger chocolate, zabaione and chestnut with rosemary.  The consistency of the cream was also much different than at Il Teatro. I didn’t like it more or less, it’s just different…  Definitely worth a try if you’re down in the centro.  It’s right before you reach the Aria Pacis next to a small market.

My other favorite gelato in Rome can be found at San Crispino (Via della Panetteria, 42) and of course, Giolitti (Via degli Uffici del Vicario, 40).  If you feel like splurging, I recommend the affogato…

Gelateria Del Teatro
Via di San Simone, 70
00186 Rome, Italy
06 4547 4880

Il Gelato de Claudio Torce
Piazza Monte D’Oro 91/92