Image by Catherine Le Nevez Lonely Planet Rome native Giovanni Passerini is one of the finest Italian chefs cooking in Europe today. Delectable specialities include roast pigeon with smoked ricotta, and tagliolini with red Sicilian shrimp, and are complemented by natural wines sourced from small vineyards. Pastas are made fresh and are also sold at its adjoining deli, Pastificio Passerini.