Coda alla Vaccinara
The quintessential crown jewel of Rome's 'quinto quarto' (fifth quarter) culinary tradition. Born in the historical slaughterhouse district of Regola, Coda alla Vaccinara is a deeply savory, slow-simmered oxtail stew. Pieces of gelatinous meat are heavily seared, then braised for hours in a rich tomato base enriched with dry white wine and an abundant amount of celery, yielding meat so incredibly tender it falls cleanly off the bone.