10Carbonara
Few dishes are as closely associated with Rome as pasta alla carbonara. Often misunderstood outside Italy, authentic Roman carbonara contains no cream. Instead, it relies on a rich emulsion of eggs, Pecorino Romano cheese, black pepper, and crispy guanciale (cured pork jowl).
The result is silky, savory, and intensely flavorful. When done correctly, carbonara is both comforting and elegant — a perfect example of Roman culinary mastery. It is best enjoyed in a traditional trattoria where the recipe has been passed down through generations.
