8 Spots for Aperitivo Near Porta Romana and Bocconi University


Aperitif

Article written by contributor Giulia Minguzzi You can read this in Italian here A long-standing hotspot for Milan’s nightlife, the Porta Romana area (aka Bocconi area) is one of the liveliest neighborhoods in the city. It offers an overwhelming number of options for enjoying a great aperitivo with friends. Over the years, I’ve discovered several spots […]

8 March 2025

Where to Eat Cotoletta in Milan: 11 Restaurants to Try


Dinner, Lunch

Article written by contributor Giulia Minguzzi You can read this article in Italian here If, like me, you’re living in Milan as an expat, you’ve probably had to satisfy the requests of visiting relatives and friends who want you to take them to try the famous cotoletta alla milanese. How many times have you trusted […]

25 January 2025

Beautiful Restaurants (and Bars) in Milan: Here’s the List


Dinner

Article written by contributor AV Are there beautiful restaurants in Milan? Of course, there are, and plenty! Whether for the ambiance, the atmosphere, the service, or the dishes offered, Milan certainly doesn’t lack a selection of great places. From cocktail bars to cafes and restaurants, here are some of my favorites. You can read this […]

26 September 2024

The best cocktail bars in Milan Navigli


Aperitif, Drink

Article written by contributor Giulia Minguzzi With the arrival of the beautiful season, the desire for a refreshing cocktail at the end of the evening is increasingly felt. But can you enjoy excellent drinks on the Navigli in Milan, perhaps even outdoors? Only if you know where to go. The Navigli district, a point of […]

2 March 2024

Best hamburgers in Milan: 10 must-try burger joints


Dinner

Article written by the contributor Giulia Minguzzi  You can read this article in Italian here I have to admit, I have a soft spot for a nice sandwich filled with juicy ingredients and enjoyed while watching a good movie. But if you’d rather eat with your friends at a restaurant where the one and only […]

3 December 2022

Living in Milan: pros and cons of moving here


Lifestyle

You can read this article in Italian here. Since I write a blog on Milan, I frequently find myself responding to questions from people thinking about moving to Milan and are researching it. Given the interest in the topic, I made the decision to write a blog post that, in my opinion, lists the benefits […]

20 July 2022

Cheap eats in Milan: 13 ideas for eating low cost


Dinner, Lunch

You can also read this article in Italian here Article written by contributor Giulia Minguzzi Looking for cheap eats in Milan? Finding cheap places to eat in Milan is becoming more and more difficult as time goes on, especially now that people are starting to go out more often for lunch or dinner and restaurant […]

1 June 2022

The best restaurants in Milan city centre to try


Dinner, Lunch

You can also read this article in Italian here If you’re in Milan for a few days, or even hours, and you don’t have time to explore the areas of the city that are full of excellent restaurants, like Porta Romana or Porta Venezia, I’ve come up with a list of the best restaurants in […]

18 February 2022

Where to have breakfast in Milan, by area


Breakfast, Snack

Puoi leggere questo l’articolo sulla colazione a Milano anche in italiano. Having breakfast is one of my favorite things in the world. If I could, I would have breakfast at least twice every day, each time in a different bakery. Unfortunately, sometimes life gets in the way, but that’s not to say that there aren’t […]

18 November 2021