🍷 Eating and Drinking in Ronciglione: The Art of Taste in the Cradle of Tuscia

Giano di Vico
Jun 23
2 min read

Ronciglione, named “Borgo dei Borghi” in 2023, is not just a treasure chest of history and beauty —it's also a constant celebration for the palate, a place where flavors are interwoven with memory,and every dish tells a story of land, lake, and skilled hands.

🥘 Culinary Treasures: Tradition and Authenticity

🌰 Gifts of the Land

Hazelnuts and chestnuts from Tuscia, stars of irresistible desserts and creamy spreads
Extra virgin olive oil: intensely green, fragrant, and precious

🍝 Traditional Dishes

Tortorelli with dried fennel flower sauce➔ An ancient aroma that enchants with every bite
Porcini mushrooms and grilled meats➔ Honest and genuine flavors born from the Cimini woods
Homemade fettuccine➔ Served with robust game ragù or delicate mushroom sauces

🐟 Delights from the Lake

Eel, perch, and coregone (whitefish)➔ Freshwater treasures prepared according to old local recipes

🧀 Cheeses: The Pride of Ronciglione

Here, cheese isn’t a side dish — it’s a star.

Often made by small local producers, the cheeses of Ronciglione express the land through every nuance of flavor:

Fresh and aged pecorino
Delicate ricotta
Herb-infused varieties with wild Tuscia aromas

👉🏻 A must-try in the village’s best eateries!

🍷 Where to Eat in Ronciglione: Beloved Places

🏡 Opificio – Storie di Calici & Fornelli

Thoughtfully crafted cuisine, selected ingredients, and an intimate setting
Excellent cheese and cured meat boards, with a perfectly curated wine list
Ideal for an authentic and refined dinner

🍕 Il Divino Ristorante e Pizzeria

Friendly atmosphere, spacious panoramic terrace
Unmissable cheese boards alongside traditional dishes and crispy pizzas

🌾 Agriturismo “I Due Coloni” – Mengoni Farm

A genuine experience immersed in greenery, just minutes from the center
House-made cheeses, paired with rustic dishes and true flavors

🏰 La Corte dei Prefetti di Vico

Gourmet cuisine that celebrates the region
Cheese tastings paired with fine wines in an elegant setting overlooking the village

🍴 Taverna della Canonica

Medieval heart, family-style hospitality
Rustic boards, traditional dishes, and the warm feel of an old-style tavern

🍰 Traditional Desserts

Struffoli – bite-sized honey-coated treats
Panpepato – bold, spiced fruitcake
St. Joseph’s fritters – sweet and fragrant
Fregnacce di Carnevale – ricotta and cinnamon pastries that taste like celebration