Indonesian Apericena - November 6, 2024

What's an apericena? It's in-between an aperitif and dinner! We liked the welcome at Bali Bar so much when we went a couple of years ago that we're going back, but for a heartier menu this time.

Mixed appetizer:

a spring roll, two corn fritters & a veggie

Main dish:

lucky yellow rice

rendang sapí (beef stew with coconut milk)

babi kecap (Indonesian braised pork with sweet soy sauce)

shrimp cracker

pickled vegetables

1 cocktail, wine or non-alcoholic beverage

water

When: Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Where: Bali Bar, Via del Mattonato 29 (Trastevere)

Cost: €25 for the above menu. No host; you will pay the restaurant directly for the menu plus any extras you order.

RSVP to canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Marielle by 4 Nov., 2024.

Around-the-World Aperitivo - February 15, 2023

Our next aperitivo get-together will take us to a new spot that is truly multi-ethnic. The menu features drinks and both small and large dishes from countries all around the globe!

When: Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023
Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: Lime Restaurant & Bar, Via Ancona 33-35 (Porta Pia area)
Cost: No host; you will be responsible for your own bill; for example, Greek saganaki tapa €6.50, Swedish potato pie with salmon €13.50, Filipino lumpia tapa €6.50, etc. There's a "happy hour special" from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm, when ordering a drink gets you a serving of free nachos (corn chips, cheese, jalapenos, Pico de Gallo, sour cream & guacamole) 
RSVP to canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Marielle by COB Mon. 13 Feb., 2023.

Balinese Aperitivo - September 13, 2022

Let's get together and share summer stories! Time to catch up while we explore another ethnic aperitivo spot, this time at the well-established Bali Bar in the always cool Trastevere quarter. 

When: Tuesday, September 13, 2022
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Bali Bar, Via del Mattonato 29 (Trastevere).
Cost: Aperitivo formula €14 for one drink + mixed fried Balinese fingerfood. No host for all orders; you will be responsible for your own bill.
RSVP to canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Marielle by 11 Sept., 2022.

Japanese Aperitivo - November 16, 2021

The next in our series of "ethnic apéritif" gatherings will take us to a new Japanese restaurant with the freshest of ingredients! Let's enjoy some delicious sushi, have a little drink, and catch up with a friendly crowd.

As is currently the norm, the number of participants may have to be limited, so book soon!

When: Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Where: Zama Sushi, Via Siria 10 (near Piazza Zama). EU/Italian Green Pass or other proof of vaccination required.

Cost: Individual plate with 10 pieces of sushi, plus choice of Spritz, Prosecco or wine: €10 per person. If you wish to place any extra orders, you will be responsible for those costs.

RSVP to canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Marielle by 15 Nov., 2021. COVID-19 containment measures will be respected.

Indian Diwali Aperitivo - November 4, 2021

We've decided to use our ever-popular, informal aperitivo formula to explore some ethnic restaurants in Rome! First up, for a mini-celebration of the Diwali festival of lights (which runs from the 2nd to the 6th of November this year), we'll gather at a lovely Indian restaurant for mixed appetizers (mini samosas, pakora, etc.) and drinks.

As is now the norm, the number of participants may have to be limited, so book soon!

When: Thursday, November 4, 2021
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Gandhi Restaurant, Via Pellegrino Matteucci 124 (near Eataly/Ostiense). EU/Italian Green Pass or other proof of vaccination required to enter the restaurant.

Cost: Individual set plate of starters (non-veg or vegetarian choice) plus 1 drink (glass of prosecco, red or white house wine, beer, or juice/non-alcoholic) and water for the table: €12 per person. If you wish to place any extra orders, you will be responsible for those costs.

RSVP to canadarome@gmail.com ATTN Anna by 3 Nov., 2021. COVID-19 containment measures will be respected.

Sip and Munch at the Market - March 28, 2018

Have you ever explored the "Mercato Centrale" within Termini station? Still unfamiliar to many, this cathedral-sized venue for food delicacies was inaugurated over a year ago and provides a vibrant focal point for the best street food and market produce the city has to offer.

We'll be meeting informally for a drink and... a snack, an aperitivo, a full dinner? It all depends on you. After getting a glass from Luca Boccoli's selection of vintages, you can choose among street food favourites like Stefano Callegari's Trapizzino, Bonci's deluxe pizza al taglio, Roman fried artichokes, or Sicilian arancini and other fried treats. Then there are vegetarian and vegan specialties, Pier Daniele Seu's renowned pizza tonda, cheese boards, fresh fish, hamburgers made with prime Chianina beef, Japanese ramen... Of course, you could also pick up the best possible ingredients to make your own feast at home later on!

When: Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Time: 7 p.m. on (the Mercato Centrale is open until midnight)
Meeting point: Luca Boccoli's wine bar inside the "Mercato Centrale" -- Via G. Giolitti 36 (southern side of Termini train station); depending on numbers, we may move from the limited seating of the bar area to one of the larger seating areas as participants start getting their drinks and food.
Cost: Each pays for their own order(s).

CCR Market Visit: Mercato Esquilino - January 9, 2016

To market, to market... to buy a penny bun? To buy a fat pig? To buy yams! Okra! Exotic fruit! Fresh dill, coriander and spices! Off to a market where the world is your oyster... and where you could also order a tailored shirt.

Sangita will be guiding us on a walkabout in the Mercato Esquilino, the large public market in her adopted neighbourhood of Piazza Vittorio Emanuele. This multi-ethnic area of Rome hosts one of the most colourful, diverse and enticing food markets you can find in the city. 

For those who wish, after the visit we will be going for lunch at a good Chinese restaurant in the area.

When: Saturday, January 9, 2016
Time and Meeting Place: 10:30 a.m., "Nuovo Mercato Esquilino," Via Principe Amedeo 188. Please be prompt; since we aren't taking bookings, we won't be waiting for latecomers! However, for the early birds, we'll be meeting for coffee beforehand at "Bar Roma Città Aperta" at Via Principe Amedeo 295 at 10.
Cost: free