As always, hope you will find this video useful! Until the next time😉
@brendastonitsch19527 ай бұрын
I'll be going to Umbria mid April. Any suggestions on places to stay and things to do
@feraudyh7 ай бұрын
Fabulous fashion sense, Anastasia!
@rj-jl5nv7 ай бұрын
I once ate there at Piazza Navona. That wasn't that bad, by the way. Was too tired walking to look any further. But the food was decent (saltimbocca alla romana). But I agree with you. It is cheaper and better to go just a few tiny streets away. Small trattorias, sometimes barely visible from outside. Best food there. 😊
@johanmolin32137 ай бұрын
Aah! Carciofi alla Giudia! Buonissimo! - But I'm not sure everyone will enjoy your suggestion of trippa ... We have travelled from Sweden to Italy yearly for many years, and only been scammed once, more than 20 years ago. We got an extra day in La Eterna because of a train strike. Not really knowing what to do, by lunchtime we went to a restaurant right by Foro Traiano, and ordered two simple green salads, - with a huge prize tag. - Explore the back streets! That applies even to Trastevere. 1. NEVER enter a restaurant with pictures of their dishes. 2. Never choose a restaurant with 50+ dishes. 3. Preferably don't choose a restaurant with a menu in English on the outside. 4. NEVER visit a restaurant with a "Menu turistico" ... We made another mistake when visiting Genova, following a sign proclaiming "Cucina regionale". It led to a street from which we more or less ran away when we saw the "menu" offered there (aptly named Via Maddalena) ... Do your diligent research and try to learn some "restaurant Italian". You will be MUCH better off then. And BTW: When in Rome, we always want to have a caffè at Piazza Navona, well aware that you hardly could choose a more expensive place for that in Rome. But just to have a view of the most beautiful square in the world ... (And if you want to buy toys for your children, at the north end of it, there is an fantastic albeit rather expensive toy store. If you long for a 1 meter tall wooden Pinocchio to take home, here is the place to go!). And - sorry to say, but apparently everybody is treating you much better if they realize that you are not American, at least not in a big tourist group. In northern Italy, that apparently applies for Germans as well. We are often mistaken for Germans because of our native language, and when we explain "Siamo Svedese" everýone lightens up!
@captainufo45876 ай бұрын
Rule of thumb: NEVER eat near a monument/vista/famous place. Best case scenario, the meal is good but costs twice a normal meal in a normal restaurant. Worst case scenario, it's crap AND expensive. Visit the place, take your pics, do what you wish, then walk to some quiet streets nearby looking for local eateries. Also, this generally applies to any country I've ever visited, not just Italy.
@fmm563017 ай бұрын
Your videos are so helpful, I hope I can avoid these types of restaurants on my trip this Fall!
@khalidalmuallem47697 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tips and useful info
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@ancilm7 ай бұрын
I'll be visiting Rome and Florence in April and I really appreciate your tips.
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
My pleasure! Excellent month to visit!
@bobtools20937 ай бұрын
Thank You again for all of your information. See you in May
@debrasams23627 ай бұрын
Wonderful tips! Thanks so much!😊
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@joshuahughes57616 ай бұрын
Went to Rome with my Mrs last year and we could tell near the tourist spots that the restaurants weren't up to par as the menus outside had all English on them and a few of them had some cocky waiters outside trying to invite us in, we was like we're not falling for that trick haha, went to a restaurant out of the touristy bits and we noticed they were a lot cheaper and the staff seemed a lot nicer as well
@StayFabulousTL5 ай бұрын
Yep! Works every time. Thank you for sharing with the community!
@janetlombardi23147 ай бұрын
Another brilliant video, thank you. Your hair looks different, and the style suits you 😊
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
Thank you🥰 Yes - I have bangs now! Let's see how long they will last haha
@rodneysolgonick70217 ай бұрын
Lei ha proprio ragione! Grazie per questo video!
@CharlotteChiropracto7 ай бұрын
I love this channel, always the best info
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@Jasper_girl2 ай бұрын
Hi Anastasiya, I’ve heard you mentioned how tips work in a previous video and I was just curious about Piccolo Buco, they add a tip to their bill. Is that a tourist scam? Or does it get added to everyone’s bill? Thank you
@StayFabulousTL2 ай бұрын
Every restaurant is different, but some do add tips to their final bill. Piccolo Buco is not a scam but unfortunately, sometimes in Italy they find “ways” to get tips even when it’s not required. For example, a taxi driver sometimes would say that he does not have a change and keep the entire amount or at the restaurant they would ask you directly to leave a tip. That’s why I always bring awareness to this topic.
@melvidal7 ай бұрын
Grazie
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
Prego😉
@regtowers49147 ай бұрын
Just in Italy in December- Rome local high quality restaurants are vicious to Americans - if you are lucky enough to get seated However we had good quality food even at touristy places just not right near the top sights and good service no problem with the bill - of course need to be careful and check the bill always Best food in Florence and Venice - wouldn’t wait in long lines for any meal
@MuhammadIdrees-n1j7 ай бұрын
❤❤❤ So Nice of you
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@lucillekochan12 сағат бұрын
How do I contact you about booking some tours in July?
@StayFabulousTL10 сағат бұрын
Sure - please send your request to info@fabulousvita.com
@RebeccaWilhelm-j1z7 ай бұрын
When went to a "non-tourist restaurant" recommended by one of the youtube channels, and it was honestly shocking. It was super busy with many locals, so I thought we were safe. We were not. They definitely targeted the tourists, and we even saw multiple tour groups be seated WITH their guides. We were never given a menu, the owner was running around asking "appertivo?" or "meat or fish?" and ended up serving us a nearly 4 course dinner, for lunch. when we said we didn't want something he looked offended so we said okay. By the end of the lunch it took over an hour and a half, we were stuffed, and we paid more than any other restaurant that we went to in Rome. We were looking at a nearly 120 euro bill just for lunch. I was appalled. So if anyone sees this comment, if you go to a restaurant that doesn't give you a menu right away, either ask for it, or leaves, so you don't end up like us. I am still bitter about this.
@dawsontheology7 ай бұрын
You also want to be very careful with restaurants recommended by people who have not lived in Italy posting on KZbin, TikTok, Trip Advisor. They can easily, unwittingly, steer you into the most appalling tourist spots. And, yes, guides might take groups there because they might do touristy things that they think their clients will like (or even get a cut from the restaurant). That said, it is not at all unusual to have a 4-course meal for lunch that takes an hour and a half. That's just a nice lunch out in Italy - and it's wonderful. The 120 euro bill is about twice what you would expect to pay, though.
@jaclyn44127 ай бұрын
Hello! I have been looking at your videos preparing for our trip in April! My main question is, we are a family of 6, and will be traveling from Munich all the way down to Naples over a 3 week time frame. Going a lot of different places, would it be cheaper to rent a car or take trains everywhere?
@jeanlaubenthal6987 ай бұрын
Sounds like a van would be needed.
@dawsontheology7 ай бұрын
When you are looking at the price differences, be sure to factor in the following costs if you rent a car: gas (about $8/gal), tolls (often high), parking, one-way fees from the rental company, and the possibility of inadvertent traffic tickets. For a first time to Italy, I would always say you should choose trains over renting a car. Many cities won't let you into the center of town with a car, so you have to park outside (and pay). Some won't even let you close, like Venice or any hill town.
@5497mxa7 ай бұрын
Can anyone recommend a restaurant near the trevi fountain ?
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
Piccolo Buco😉
@tealnexttimebond88597 ай бұрын
Problem in Rome is they all have people standing outside around all the main sites. I was there 4 days never seen a restaurant with a giant line. In Florence I had to reserve a spot at this steak restaurant. I think I spent 90 bucks for this giant t bone. It wasn’t worth it. Actually their french fries were great. If u like steaks from America DO NOT BUY STEAKS in Italy. I had 2. Both swing and a miss. This lady is right about the restaurant s around the sites were not that great. Food much better in Venice. No doubt but free bread in Italy sucked
@jscharlie23506 ай бұрын
Do I understand it correctly that, as a foreign tourist, I generally have to choose between falling into a tourist trap and waiting in line for hours for a good, authentic Italian meal? I don't insist on a Michelin star restaurant; I just want a decent and reasonably priced meal. Do they exist? If so, how can I find them?
@StayFabulousTL6 ай бұрын
There are lots of authentic restaurants in Italy that accept reservations. You just have to make them far in advance, especially during the peak season (which is pretty much the whole year for Italy.) If for some reason you did not manage to make a reservation, you can still dine at excellent local restaurants, but you will have to opt for the ones who don't take reservations in general, so you will have to wait in line.
@visitingfromsantafe13297 ай бұрын
I've read that Italy is sensitive to gluten-free needs. Are there gluten-free options in all restaurants? Are there special gluten-free restaurants?
@dawsontheology7 ай бұрын
I live in Rome and I have not seen any gluten-free restaurants, but there are a few gluten-free shops. Every restaurant I know of does have gluten free options that they are happy to offer.
@elekssender17 ай бұрын
What I didn’t get - should I tip the waiter or not (because it’s always included)?
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
You should not, unless you want to give extra. The service charge is already included in the bill.
@elekssender17 ай бұрын
I see, thank you very much!
@rg58067 ай бұрын
Good Video. Mumbai Indian.
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
Thank you! Hello Mumbai!
@bro_joe20007 ай бұрын
When we went to Osteria da Fortunata and were ready to settle our bill, we were forced by the waiter to pay a tip, not only that, we were asked to tip 10% or more. This resto was the only one that forced us to tip, not sure if this is a typical practice at this resto. Service was rushed and food was ok not great. Don’t think i’ll be going back as there are tons of other amazing restos all over Rome.
@Cindypisces7 ай бұрын
Did you tip??? Cuz if they forced me I would have stood my ground and decided not to. That’s crazy.
@bro_joe20007 ай бұрын
@@Cindypisces Yeah we did, gave 10% 🤷🏻♀️
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
That's so unfortunate. Thank you for sharing.
@bro_joe20007 ай бұрын
@@StayFabulousTL It was a very disappointing experience to say the least. Thank you for all the videos you’ve shared, you’ve given so much valuable infos.
@tomdemeo27087 ай бұрын
You changed your hair?
@StayFabulousTL6 ай бұрын
I did😊
@tomdemeo27086 ай бұрын
Love it
@Caesar-pj5kc7 ай бұрын
Don't forget, Inventors of the World. Italians must marry Italians. ✝️🇮🇹🇺🇲✝️
@camcorp7 ай бұрын
I ate at Da Enzo, waited 1 hr and was second in line. Has the carbonara...it was over salted ! my god...salty as hell. but the rest was good.
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
Da Enzo al 29 is legendary🙌 Glad you had a good time. Carbonara should be pretty salty. The salty taste comes from the pecorino and guanciale.
@camcorp7 ай бұрын
@@StayFabulousTL yes im italian, it was over salted. almost inedible. i had so many of them in italy. i also make my own, i love it
@mariodezert7 ай бұрын
I’m brazilian and never have I ever wanted to visit Italy.
@franknaso33117 ай бұрын
I feel the same. I don't want to go to Brasile.
@mariodezert7 ай бұрын
@@franknaso3311 don’t take it the wrong way. It never drew mt attention at all. But I’ve been to London and parts of Germany and loved it.
@sergiobertoni40747 ай бұрын
Same for me. Brasil as all south America, I think too dangerous...don't like the idea you cannot walk or drive freely without risking your life
@mariodezert7 ай бұрын
@@sergiobertoni4074 I agree. Yet I see the country full of europeans and americans and other “first world” countries. It’s not a common rule to be assaulted here but even for us you got have street savvy to avoid the don’t’s.
@guitarsandra44027 ай бұрын
Your tour agency company link please….
@ladislavterban90257 ай бұрын
We were just robbed in metro Station in Rome 😅
@visitingfromsantafe13297 ай бұрын
May I ask what happened, as a warning? Wallet, purse, luggage, shopping bags?
@StayFabulousTL7 ай бұрын
Oh no!!
@JohnShepard-jv9xj7 ай бұрын
*Sono appena tornato a Roma dalla mia casa di Madison avenue in New York,ed è incredibile come a Roma faccia già venti gradi a Marzo.🤬😡😈🥵Un saluto Anastasia da me e mia moglie.*