Northern Italy A Taste of Trattoria Author:Christina Baglivi ItÕs a secret that Italian natives and experienced travelers have long known: For the best meals in Italy, skip the fancy, high-priced restaurants and head straight for Òtrattorie,Ó the small, unassuming, mom-and-pop cafes that feature delicious, inexpensive regional fare. In the revised edition of this long-time favorite, Christina Baglivi d... more »escribes dozens of trattorie in the 12 regions of northern Italy. In Rome, two blocks from the Colosseum, try Trattoria Pasqualino, where a three-course meal for two costs just $25. In the Cinque Terre, discover the great local wine Òsciacchetra.Ó And donÕt miss the barn/restaurant La Sosta in Tuscany! If you want to find ItalyÕs most delicious and least expensive meals, this book is a must.« less