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Katie Parla

Katie Parla is a food historian and sommelier based in Rome, Italy. Follow Katie on her blog, ParlaFood.com, and on Twitter at @katieparla.

Artisanal Food Fight: London's Farmers' Market Showdown

Artisanal Food Fight: London's Farmers' Market Showdown

A clash between two top British markets highlights the sometimes-bitter phenomenon of locavore infighting… More »

Among Railway Arches, London's Best New Market

Among Railway Arches, London's Best New Market

More a gaggle of artisans than an organized whole, the Maltby Street Market unites top-notch food and DIY cool… More »

The Art of Roman Pizza: Learning From Italy's Famous Baker

The Art of Roman Pizza: Learning From Italy's Famous Baker

Gabriele Bonci has been called "the Michelangelo of pizza"—and now anyone can sign up for his classes… More »

In the Colosseum's Shadow, Salami and Korean BBQ Unite

In the Colosseum's Shadow, Salami and Korean BBQ Unite

Rome's Esquiline Hill is quiet, but it calls to gastronomic travelers with Roman specialties and ethnic restaurants… More »

In Rome, a Hidden Jewish Cuisine

In Rome, a Hidden Jewish Cuisine

Over the course of two millennia, some Jewish specialties, like fried artichokes, have become Roman classics—but recent Libyan immigrants have brought their dishes too… More »

Recipe: Cershi (Garlicky Pumpkin Spread)

Pumpkin is mixed with garlic, hot paprika, and other seasonings in this traditional Libyan Jewish dish, which is best served with pita bread or couscous… More »

A Gastronomic Pilgrimage Far From Rome's Tourist Trail

A Gastronomic Pilgrimage Far From Rome's Tourist Trail

In the shadow of the Basilica di San Paolo Fuori le Mura lie gelato, pastries, craft spirits, and a taste of real life… More »

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