Chez Dede’s Founder Shares Her Rome — And It’s Fabulous

Where to eat, drink, shop and escape the crowds like a true Roman

Welcome to a special Rome edition of The Relisher! This week, I met with Daria Reina, co-founder of Chez Dede—one of Rome’s most renowned boutiques, known around the world for its impeccable taste.

Daria is a style advisor and an art and content curator for luxury hotels. Alongside her husband, fashion illustrator Andrea Ferolla, she co-founded Chez Dede and co-authored two Assouline books: Italian Chic and Passalacqua: A Love Letter to Lake Como. She also just launched her Substack, which I highly recommend subscribing to!

Below, the Roman tastemaker shares all of her favorite spots in her hometown—from restaurants and aperitivo spots to coffee stops, galleries, and the city’s best boutiques. In short: everything you need to experience the most authentic and fabulous Italian lifestyle in Rome. Note: A Google Map with all of the locations is provided at the end of the interview.