TAVERNS - RESTAURANTS: WHAT ARE THE ITALIAN: "TRATTORIE - OSTERIE " ?
The "Trattoria" is a typical Italian restaurant. The atmosphere is friendly, the chef is often the wife or the mother of the owner who has the art of home-made cooking passed her from generations. The menu is usually not very long, the dishes are freshly prepared. You can taste "house specialties" or "region specialities" served on tables set simply but with care. Bulk wine is served in jugs or flasks.
An "Osteria" is a kind of restaurant where wine and other drinks are served with small dishes. Actually there are also very expensive 'Osterie' with high quality services. Check always prices outside.
