CCR Book Club - October 25, 2026

In October the reading group is going to talk about "The Husbands" by Holly Gramazio. 

When: Sunday, Sept. 25, 2026

Time: 1 p.m.

Where: Private residence of CCR member. Exact address sent to confirmed participants by email. Open only to current members of the CCR. 

Potluck: Please let Lucy know what food you'll be bringing.

Further info & RSVP: canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Lucy. As space is limited, reservation is compulsory.

Halloween Walk: Roman Ghosts - October 31, 2026

Prepare to be shocked and terrified this Halloween! Come and join a really unusual twilight ghost walk with Olivia along the Tiber in Rione Ripa. Equipped with sheets and lanterns, each participant will “adopt” the identity of one of many mysterious and fascinating Roman ghosts as they congregate to haunt the Tiber’s riverbanks. Meet these mysterious characters from local folklore and hear their scary true stories. Those who wish can also follow the group for a cheerful evening meal after the walk.

NB: This walk is not suitable for young children because the historical events are real and can be disturbing for them.

When: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. (please arrive by 5:15)
Meeting Place: registered participants will be informed by email of the exact spot along the river. 
Cost: Guided walk for CCR members €10, non-members €15. Optional dinner will be no-host, paid separately by each participant.
RSVP: ATTN Marina at canadarome@gmail.com by 29 Oct. 2026

CCR Walks: EUR - October 24, 2026

Exactly a century ago, in 1926, Italy introduced the Leggi Fascistissime, outlawing opposition to the Fascist Government. As one of its many promotional initiatives, the regime planned a 1942 world's fair, with buildings designed by a range of young pioneering architects. The fair never took place, but  today the core buildings in the resulting EUR neighbourhood are indisputably the most eye catching of Italy’s landmarks from the Fascist era.

We will take a fresh look at its enigmatic buildings, which have provided the backdrop to film classics, ads and music videos, and will consider what to make of it all today. We are planning for a group of no more than 15.

When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026

Time: morning. Exact time will be given to registered participants. 

Meeting Place: registered participants will be informed of the exact spot by email. 

Cost: Guided visit for CCR members €10, non-members €15. 

RSVP: ATTN Peter at canadarome@gmail.com

CCR Wine Tasting: Wines from Lazio - October 18, 2026

Historically, wines from Lazio (such as Frascati) were regarded as little more than inexpensive drinks consumed in bulk to accompany the rustic cuisine of Roman trattorias. Thanks to soils rich in minerals and volcanic tuff (particularly in the Castelli Romani and Lake Bolsena areas), the region is undergoing an extraordinary change from mass-market bulk wine to meticulous artisanal production showcasing native grape varieties and the terroir.

Join us for a Sunday lunch tasting. If the weather is good we’ll enjoy our hosts’ beautiful terrace for this event.

When: Sunday, Oct 18, 2026

Time: 12 noon

Where: Residence of CCR members – Villa Patrizi area (exact details will be sent to registered participants).

Cost: €35 for members (€45 for non-members); advance payment required to confirm your place. A light lunch will follow the wine tasting.

RSVP to Linda; payment by Monday, Oct 12th at canadarome@gmail.com. Please note that you are financially responsible for your reservation.

We are pleased to have Marco Lori, Italian sommelier and wine master, lead this CCR wine tasting. Marco’s sommelier training in 1995 sparked his passion for wine and set in motion years of study. In 2014 he earned the “Italian Sommelier Executive Wine Master” status, recognized by the Worldwide Sommelier Association. He is the founder of “Off the Vine,” a gastro-tourism venture in Italy.

Thanksgiving Lunch - October 11, 2026

Another of our club "anchor events" is returning! This big family-style Thanksgiving lunch always attracts a cross-section of long-time and new club members, visiting family, and curious friends.

Join us for this special meal -- the only place marking this event for Canadians in Rome on the same weekend as Thanksgiving Day back home! The restaurant roasts a very fine turkey, but we need to order the right size bird a week in advance, so book soon.

Menu

Creamy pumpkin ravioli

Roast turkey with chestnut and prune stuffing

Cranberry sauce

Green beans

Brussel sprouts

Roasted new potatoes

Roast pumpkin

Wine

Still and sparkling water

Selection of cakes made in-house

Coffee

When: Sunday, October 11, 2026

Time: Seating at 12:30 p.m. Please be punctual. Please note that parking can can take time to find in this area of Prati; consider public transit.

Where: Ristorante Bisteccheria L'Isola della Pizza, Via degli Scipioni 45 (near Ottaviano metro). 

Cost: Advance payment required. €45 CCR members; €60 non-members. Please note that you will be charged individually for any different or additional orders beyond the set menu listed above.

RSVP & PoP: to canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Anna by close of business on Oct. 4th. We cannot accommodate anyone who hasn't completed their prior payment.

Chi c'è, c'è! Aperitivo - September 29, 2026

The spirit of this informal aperitivo meet-up will be "chi c'è, c'è!" Yes, "whoever makes it, makes it" and we'll raise our cups! We won't book a specific table or wait on anyone, but we'll be sure to welcome everyone who shows up.

This friendly bistrot features Lazio Region wines and ingredients, some in traditional form and some with a contemporary twist.

When: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Where: Contesto Urbano Bistrot Romano, Via Gallia 51 (San Giovanni-Metronia area, closest station is Metro C Porta Metronia)

Cost: No host/pay your own individual order. Three "aperitivo formulas" are available for a drink and the amount of food that fits your appetite. The €10 set includes 3 tastings of the chef's choice (although food allergies can be accommodated), €15 is for 7 vegetarian tastings or 7 items including meat, and then there's the €20 set if you're hungry for "maritozzomania" (savoury maritozzi)! À la carte appetizers and mains also available.