Salotto 42, Rome

If the owners - a Swedish model and her Italian beau - do not add enough glitter to this bar, the influx of local and international celebrities makes up for it. Settle into funky, stuffed armchairs and enjoy the ambiance of the comfy dining area, designed to look like a posh living-room in a swanky modern home. The spot also doubles up as a coffee shop for a quick snack or a cup of the steaming brew. By evening, the liquids take on an alcoholic twist, and diners can pair their meals with some fine country wines. There is a smorgasbord of Scandinavian cuisine, with lip-smacking Swedish finger food to choose from. Art and fashion magazines (carelessly strewn about) help to while away time rather than twiddling thumbs.

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