In heatwave, Romans turn to vintage snow cones to stay cool

Traditional ‘grattachecca’ is colourful, cheap and refreshing

Forget ice cream, sorbet or even the beloved Italian gelato − when Romans swelter in a heatwave, they turn to the traditional “grattachecca”. 

It may be difficult for non-Italians to pronounce − think “gratta-kekka” − but the Roman-style shaved ice is colourful, cheap and refreshing like no other.

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