Eating gluten free Italy sounds terrifying — pasta, pizza, and bread at every turn. But Italy is actually one of the best countries in the world for gluten free travelers, and here’s proof. I spent time eating my way through Verona, Venice, and Milan completely gluten free and the food was incredible! Here’s exactly what I ate, where I ate it, and the Italian phrase that saved me every single time: “senza glutine.”
Also yes – I had wine with pretty much every meal…. because we’re in Italy!!
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Pasta, pasta, and more pasta!
Pasta is probably the most widely found gluten-free alternative that has been adapted in Italy. A lot of older and traditional restaurants won't have GF pasta, but you will always be able to find somewhere that does. The best pasta I had was homemade at Bistró in Milan. I also had pasta with local clams at Osteria al Pozzo Roverso in Venice.
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Pizza
Another classic Italian food that I'm sure you'll want to try, pizza! I had some amazing pizza at Peperino Pizza in Verona. This one wasn't celiac friendly because it was made in the same oven, but the dough is gluten free.
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Cold cuts and cheeses
Naturally gluten free, Italy knows how to make a nice cold cut platter. My favorite meat is prosciutto di parma and La Tradision in Verona has a great platter and you can request gluten free crackers. Luckily another Italian specialty is cheese, which we can enjoy!
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Gelato
Most gelatos are gluten free, but it doesn't hurt to ask. The harder option to find is a gluten free cone, but I found one at Gelato Fantasy in Venice. I would highly recommend this option as they also have vegan gelato options that aren't fruit flavored, for those of you who can't eat dairy.
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Fruit, Coffee, and Croissants
Gluten free breakfast can be a little difficult in Italy since pastries are a staple and one of the hardest things to make gluten free. I loved going to la Costa in Bra in Verona because they had gluten free croissants! Otherwise I would usually just grab fruit and a coffee at a local cafe.
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