Food Trekker only made a flying visit to Rome this summer but our number one recommendation is Armando al Pantheon. It will come as no surprise that this gorgeous little restaurant is a stones throw from the Pantheon (what gave it away?). It’s not a cheap meal, around €125 for two with wine, but you are guaranteed delicious pasta.

Lardo and quail’s egg with truffle on toast. 

Spaghetti alla Griscia (bacon,cheese and black pepper, a meaty Cacio e Pepe)

Spaghetti all’aglio, olio e peperoncino – this was the most surprising dish of the evening. You wouldn’t guess from looking at the picture but this is the spiciest dish we have come across in Italy.