Beyond the Tourist Menu
If you are tired of being handed a “menu turistico” the moment you sit down, you have come to the right place. This is a curated list of the spots I actually frequent: from traditional family-run osterias to the best modern kitchens where the locals actually hide out.
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Best Pizzoccheri in Morbegno: Ristorante Spaghetteria Capriccio
If you are planning a trip around Lake Como, you should make a stop in Morbegno. It sits in Valtellina, a rugged mountain valley, it is home to what I reckon to be one of the best dishes in Italy: Pizzoccheri. Whenever I’m looking for some proper comfort food, I head straight to one specific
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Deus Café: The Ultimate Weekend Brunch in Milan
If you find yourself in Milan’s Isola district on a weekend, there is only one place you should be heading for food: Deus Café. It’s one of my favourite spots in the city because it nails that “effortlessly cool” vibe while actually delivering on the food. Whether it’s peak summer or a grey Milanese winter,…
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The Heart of Palermo: Trattoria Al Ferro di Cavallo
If you’re looking for a quiet, candlelit dinner with a white tablecloth, keep walking. Like many of the best authentic spots in Palermo, they do not take bookings. You should head there expecting a bit of a queue, but they have a brilliant way of making the wait part of the experience: the staff come…