A Guide to Food Sagras in Milan
In Milan, a sagra is a special type of food festival that celebrates a specific food or type of ingredient. In terms of Milanese cuisine, sagre often focus on risotto alla Milanese, ossobuco, or dishes featuring polenta. Attending a sagra as part of a foodie visit to Milan is a great...
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An Essential Guide to Food in Milan
Standing tall in Northern Italy’s Lombardy region, Milan’s cuisine focuses more on hearty dishes like saffron-infused risotto, rich-buttery polenta, and slow-roasted veal ossobuco. The city also moves at a much faster pace than you’ll find in most other parts of Italy, with a lot of blink-and-you’ll-miss-it foodie opportunities. So, I...
What’s a trip to Milan without at least a few visits to the city’s irresistible gelato shops? Even if you don’t have a persistent sweet tooth (as I unfortunately do!), visiting some of the top Milanese gelaterias is a bucket list experience you need to have when you’re in town....
Discovering Restaurants in Milan’s Duomo Area
The iconic Duomo di Milano is a true wonder of architecture and history that serves as a scenic backdrop for some of the top restaurants in Milan. This includes humble street food places like Cesarino Milano to restaurants serving authentic Milanese classics like Al Cantinone. One could argue that no...
An Essential Guide to Aperitivo in Milan
Aperitivo culture is an integral part of Milan. It’s a common evening ritual in many parts of Italy, where people enjoy creative cocktails or a nice glass of wine before dinner. It’s a great way to slow down after a day spent at Milan’s often frenetic pace. When adding an...
A Culinary Guide to Ossobuco in Milan
Ossobucco is a classic Milanese dish made from tender, braised veal shank. The surrounding alpine meadows of Lombardy are home to millions of cattle which gives ossobuco in Milan a profound umami and terroir. One could argue that no foodie visit to Milan is complete without trying ossobuco at one...
A Culinary Guide to Pasta in Milan
Pasta and Milan, it’s a match made in heaven; this cosmopolitan metropolis in the heart of Lombardy may be raw around the edges and take some time to develop an affection for, but their skill in crafting tasty pasta is undeniable. From loaded ravioli al-dente style to imported Roman classics...
A Local’s Guide to Rooftop Bars in Milan
Drinks with a view, anyone? Milan’s rooftop bar scene is thriving at the moment. The city is dotted with endless lovely top-floor venues that are brilliant for an Apertivo in the evening while soaking up a breathtaking urban panorama. Nothing is more satisfying for me than towering over somewhere like...
A Culinary Guide to Restaurants in Navigli
Milan’s Navigli district is known for its picturesque canals and vibrant nightlife, with trendy restaurants that match its vibe. You’ll find traditional Milanese restaurants rubbing elbows with international eateries, making it a great destination for a Milan food walk. Exploring Navigli: Milan’s Trendy Food District The dining experiences in Navigli...
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