"We had been in Rome a few nights, and a piece of lamb was making me laugh. It doesn't happen often, but it's a totally involuntary reaction-and my highest possible praise. There was nothing funny about our abbacchio alla romana, Roman-style roast suckling lamb, which is a springtime delicacy; I was more dumbstruck. It was our first trip back to Rome since my wife, Lauren, had been diagnosed with celiac disease, and we were eating as well as ever."
"It may seem counterintuitive, but Rome is one of the world's great gluten-free travel destinations. And although I don't have celiac disease, Lauren and I like to share when we go out to eat-and you can't Lady and the Tramp bucatini by yourself. For this trip I challenged myself not to be tempted by the pizza slices and crusty sandwiches that were now off-limits to Lauren, and it wasn't that hard."
Rome offers extensive, practical support for gluten-free dining, supported by national leadership in celiac disease research and screening. Many restaurants, including mainstream establishments, implement celiac-level precautions and treat gluten-free preparation as standard practice. Servers proactively communicate and kitchens accommodate requests such as boiling separate pots for gluten-free pasta to avoid cross-contamination. Travelers with celiac disease or gluten intolerance can order traditional Roman dishes in gluten-free forms, including pasta and desserts. The city's widespread awareness and restaurant practices make it possible to share meals and enjoy classic Roman specialties despite dietary restrictions.
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