A journey through tradition, culinary excellence and Roman elegance.
Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, a magnificent hotel in the heart of Rome overlooking the Eternal City, invites guests to experience the holiday season surrounded by timeless charm, glowing halls, and the joy of being together—where every moment becomes a cherished memory. To celebrate the magic of Christmas, Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel unveils “A Cavalieri Christmas”, a journey into wonder: in a place suspended between dream and tradition, where the golden glow of the holidays enchants the evergreen pines and the flavors of excellence, guests are invited to discover a tale of beauty, taste, and harmony that renews moments of pure magic each year.
December 8th marks the beginning of the Christmas season, and at Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, the warm atmosphere comes to life with the Christmas Afternoon Tea at the Tiepolo Lounge. The finest selection of teas is paired with creations by the Executive Pastry Chef Dario Nuti, offering a festive array of seasonal delights, including soft Christmas Rolls made with brioche dough and candied fruit, stollen scones enriched with dried fruit and raisins served with bitter orange jam, to name just a few.
At the Tiepolo Lounge, live music sets the perfect mood to enjoy seasonal cocktails crafted by the Cocktail Curator Angelo Severini, who presents two Christmas specialties: Xmas Negroni, a spiced twist on the classic, evoking the flavors of the season—London Dry Gin, Red Vermouth, Bitter Campari, orange foam infused with cinnamon and cloves, with a surprising touch of chocolate; Sparkling 0%, an alcohol-free, effervescent creation made with Verjus, pear juice, lychee pulp, and a note of lemon for a fresh, pleasant sip. An unmissable event, available through January 6th.
Continuing the Advent calendar, Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel presents a rich program of events and experiences to embrace the joy of the festive season:
For lovers of haute cuisine, the holiday season offers the perfect opportunity to savor the exquisite creations of Heinz Beck at the La Pergola Restaurant, Rome’s only three-Michelin-star restaurant. The celebrations begin with the Christmas Eve dinner on December 24th, featuring dishes crafted for this special night, such as There was a prawn among tubers and roots or Veal fillet with pumpkin, chestnuts, and mustard seed sauce. The December 25th dinner is also a moment of fine gastronomy: Heinz Beck presents a culinary journey that intertwines heritage and gourmet innovation, with dishes such as Lobster medallions on pink radicchio from Gorizia or Red mullet with ultrasound-cooked chard and tremella mushrooms.
At the Uliveto Restaurant, for Christmas Eve, the Executive Chef Nicholas Cuomo and his team have crafted a menu that evokes sweet memories, guiding guests through a journey of family flavors and delicate emotions. From Fish ravioli with local catch ragout and clams to Roasted grouper fillet on a garden of gratin vegetables with salicornia sauce, each dish tells a story of tradition, crafted with elegance and warmth.
December 25th is the moment for the iconic Rome Cavalieri Christmas Brunch, where authentic flavors, holiday sweetness, and Christmas enchantment fill the live stations with an endless array of specialties. It is a day where culinary tradition merges with the joy of sharing—laughter intertwining with the aromas and creations of the Executive Chef Nicholas Cuomo and the desserts of the Executive Pastry Chef Dario Nuti. Each festive moment transforms every bite into a memory, as the warmth of the season envelops guests.
The festivities reach their peak on New Year’s Eve, offering a variety of experiences to suit every preference. At the La Pergola restaurant, Heinz Beck hosts the San Silvestro Grand Gala, an unforgettable evening where guests’ palates are delighted by creations designed to welcome the new year in both beauty and flavor. Signature dishes include Oyster with yogurt pearls, persimmon, and cocoa nibs and Turbot with winter roots, grapes, wild herbs, and Alba white truffle, while Rome unfolds below in all its millennia-old splendor, providing the perfect backdrop for a dinner of absolute excellence.
The Eternal City Fireworks take center stage in another unforgettable celebration: an evening that begins with aperitivo and dinner in the dreamlike setting of Le Belle Arti, a journey through sublime flavors, culminating on the hotel’s ninth floor at the magnificent Terrazza degli Aranci. Guests are treated to a spectacular dessert spread under the stars, ringing in the new year as fireworks illuminate the Eternal City. For enthusiasts of exceptional mixology, the perfect choice is New Year’s Art at the Tiepolo Lounge—an intimate setting in the heart of Roman elegance, where guests await midnight and toast the new year amid works of art, sparkling wines, caviar, and exquisite delicacies.
The New Year begins in the most refined way with the New Year’s Brunch, a journey through live stations, seasonal delights, and celebratory toasts. Guests are enchanted by the extraordinary creations of the Executive Chef Nicholas Cuomo and his team, before being swept away by the desserts of the Executive Pastry Chef Dario Nuti, in a culinary journey brimming with flavor and festive spirit.
The festive season concludes on January 6th with the Epiphany Lunch, a magical end-of-season celebration, where guests savor winter flavors in a warm and inviting setting.
At Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, the holidays are an invitation to be delighted—through luxurious experiences, unforgettable dinners, and an unparalleled view of the Eternal City, where every detail celebrates the most beautiful time of the year.
