The TF and the Best Gelati in Rome

What could be better - a sunny day, the TF and some San Crispino

For me, there is almost nothing in Rome to better the sight of the Trevi Fountain. You can have your St Peter's and ancient ruins, but there is little to beat the sights and sounds of the gushing water and action-heroesque white marble figures carved so many centuries ago.  It has drama and history all rolled into one elaborate over the top picture.

There is only one thing that can better the TF, and that's gazing upon it whilst woofing down some of the best gelati the Eternal City has to offer. Luckily, on my recent trip I was joined by locals, Roman Fra and Greek Georgia, who gave me the word on the best gelateria in the Old City. 

Steer clear of the tourist tat iridescent ice cream offerings near the fountain and head to the artisan gelati made fresh throughout the day by Il Gelato di San Crispino. It is literally a hop, skip and a jump away from all of the action of the TF, but in gelati terms it is a world away owing to the quality of their ices. 

Meringa al caramello - the best flavour in Rome

From sampling experience, I can tell you that nothing beats  meringa al caramello - delicious fresh meringue pieces in vanilla ice cream with the added extra of burnt toffee shards or the sensational zenzero e cannella - a fantastic ginger and cinnamon combo. Servings are generous (but not over the top) and are only provided in cups (not cones) ranging from one to eight scoops.

For those needing their gelati fix at other monuments, Il Gelato di San Crispino has two other locations in central Rome and one shop at Rome Fiumicino Airport.

So, get licking.

Il Gelato di San Crispino

via della Panetteria 42

Rome 00187

www.ilgelatodisancrispino.it