Elisa Colarossi Archives - Italy Travel and Life

8 of the best markets in Rome: a local’s guide to the city’s historic stalls

Posted on March 18, 2026 | by Italia!

Markets in Rome: Italy's biggest Mercato Trionfale

There is a side of Rome that many visitors never see: the one-of-a-kind markets in the outskirts of Rome. For an authentic slice of life in the Eternal City, let Elisa Colarossi take you on a tour of her favourite mercati romani. Welcome to Rome, home to timeless history, stunning art, and mouthwatering dishes. But […]

48 hours in suburban Rome

Posted on January 31, 2024 | by Italia!

Revealing another side to the Eternal City, Elisa Colarossi takes us on a guided tour around the treasures of Rome’s suburbs… As any born-and-bred Roman, I acknowledged early in my life that with its enticing history, movie-like atmosphere and picture-perfect features, Rome is undoubtedly the city of dreams. But behind that magical façade, another kind […]